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State of CS Report

The 2022 State of Computer Science Education: Understanding Our National Imperative is the annual report from Code.org, CSTA, and ECEP on K-12 computer science in the U.S. which includes policy trends, maps, state-by-state summaries, and implementation data.

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Join the Conversation on the CSTA Virtual Community

Connect with your fellow teachers and CS advocates on the new CSTA Virtual Community — available to all members!

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2022 Teacher Landscape Report

CSTA teamed up with the Kapor Center and AIICE to create a full report and interactive dashboard based on a nationwide survey of CS teachers. The report focuses on teacher perceptions of moving towards a vision of equitable computer science.

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New Standards Resources

CSTA recently published several teacher standards-aligned resources designed specifically for teachers, administrators, PD providers, schools of education, and policymakers.

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CS is Foundational

The CSTA standards outline the computer science content and practices that every student should learn over their K-12 experience.

Explore the CS standards

October is Cybersecurity Month: Protect, Educate, and Inspire

Together, we can inspire the next generation of cyber defenders and give students the tools they need to navigate the challenges of a rapidly changing digital landscape. Thank you for your commitment to cybersecurity education and for being part of this important effort during Cybersecurity Month!

Cybersecurity Month Event: BHIS

CSTA-SD is excited to host a virtual event with penetration testers from Black Hills Information Security (BHIS). Join us for an engaging session with cybersecurity professionals to learn about their work, latest research, and community outreach efforts. This event offers educators a unique opportunity to integrate real-world cybersecurity concepts into their curriculum. Register now!

2024 iNSPiRE by OmniTech - Rapid City

OmniTech is thrilled to invite 8th-12th grade girls to the iNSPiRE event by Omnitech! Discover exciting engineering careers and network with industry pros in engaging workshops. Join in an unforgettable experience!

Young students have the chance to explore various engineering industry opportunities and potential paths to college.

Breakfast, lunch, and snacks during the event. Additionally, there will be swag and prizes available to give away!

The event will be hosted on April 11, 2024, from 8:00 am - 2:00 pm, at the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, 501 E St. Joseph St., Rapid City, SD, 57701.

To learn more please go to the event website.

Register online at by clicking here!

CSTA-South Dakota Store

If you are looking for some new clothing, CSTA-South Dakota is now offering branded merchandise.

To view the webstore, go to https://stores.inksoft.com/csta_south_dakota/shop/products/all?page=1.

This is a fundraiser and all profits go to support the mission and events of CSTA-South Dakota.

2024 iNSPiRE by OmniTech - Sioux Falls

Feb 20, 2024

Young students have the chance to explore various engineering industry opportunities and potential paths to college.

Breakfast, lunch, and snacks during the event. Additionally, there will be swag and prizes available to give away!

The event will be hosted on March 8th, 2024, from 8:00 am - 2:00 pm, at USF Sioux Falls, 4801 N Career Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57107.

To learn more please go to the event website.

Register online at by clicking here!

CSTA-South Dakota Board Member Applications

CSTA-SD is a professional education association with membership open to all educators and other stakeholders committed to promoting, expanding, and enhancing Computer Science and other computing disciplines in South Dakota. CSTA-SD is the source of ideas, information, and support for Computer Science educators in South Dakota.

We are currently accepting applications for open board positions. If you are a Computer Science advocate residing in South Dakota and a CSTA-South Dakota member in good standing, you are eligible to apply!

Annual Meeting & Social

The CSTA-South Dakota Board would like to invite all Computer Science advocates to join us on Sunday, April 23^rd, at 6:00 pm at the Murphy's Pub & Grill (510 9th St., Rapid City, SD). The meet & greet that will include our annual meeting, professional development, networking, food, and door prizes! This will be in conjunction with the Technology in Education (TIE) Conference which starts on Monday, April 24^th.

Schedule of Events:

~6:00 - 6:30 pm - Happy Hour
~6:30 - 7:00 pm - Annual Meeting/Announcements
~7:00 - 8:00 pm - Guest Speaker, Cassidy Puckett, author of "Redefining Geek"
~8:00 - 10:00 pm - Social (including food and drinks)

Registration for the social closes on Sunday, April 16, 2023.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

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