CSTANJ CSPDWeek 2026: Full Schedule

CSPDWeek 2026

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2:00pm EDT

New CSTA HS Standards and Introduction to the HS Specialty Standards

Wednesday August 5, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT

2026 CSTA Standards for 9-12 CTE & Specialty Pathways
The 2026 CSTA Standards introduce rigorous new benchmarks specifically designed for Career and Technical Education (CTE) and advanced specialty pathways. This session dives deep into the high school standards, focusing on how the new framework aligns with industry-recognized credentials and the technical demands of specialized CS tracks.

We will explore the updated requirements for Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, and Software Engineering, providing a clear roadmap for instructors to bridge the gap between classroom instruction and professional workforce readiness.

Session Focus:
CTE Integration: Mapping the 2026 standards to existing CTE frameworks and industry certifications.

Specialty Standards: Breaking down the advanced concepts in AI, data science, and security required for 9-12 capstone courses.

Workforce Readiness: Leveraging the new "human-centered design" pillars to prepare students for modern technical roles.

Curriculum Crosswalking: Practical strategies for updating specialized syllabi to meet the elevated 2026 technical expectations.

Speakers

Andrew Spiece

CEO, Edlrn.io

17 year educators teaching Mathematics and Computer Science with an obsession for learning.

Melissa Bullen

College & Career Readiness Coordinator, Oklahoma City Public Schools

Melissa Bullen is a CareerTech leader and computer science educator with over 25 years of experience in secondary education. Melissa’s background spans computer science, graphic design, and multimedia, with a focus on building programs that provide students with real-world, industry-aligned... Read More →

Sponsors

CSTA

Computer Science Teachers Association

Wednesday August 5, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Virtual

Standards, 9-12, Admin

Company Virtual

3:00pm EDT

New CSTA Standards Overview

Wednesday August 5, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT

Virtual

After nearly a decade, the CSTA PK-12 Computer Science Standards have been fully reimagined for 2026. This session breaks down the critical shifts in the new framework, including the seamless integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI), updated cybersecurity expectations, and a renewed focus on human-centered design and ethics. Whether you are aligning a district-wide curriculum or updating a single course, you’ll walk away with a clear understanding of the new learning objectives and practical strategies to meet these evidence-based benchmarks in your PreK-12 classroom.

Speakers

Standards, PreK-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, Admin

Company Virtual

CSTANJ CSPDWeek 2026

2:00pm EDT

Andrew Spiece

Melissa Bullen

CSTA

3:00pm EDT

Andrew Spiece

Melissa Bullen

CSTA

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