TeamUpForTech

About

Team up for Tech will inspire 200 Massachusetts High School students to see themselves in computer science related STEM careers. With fun, hands-on coding lessons in luxury boxes at Gillette Stadium, curriculum resources for schools, and a lunch time speaker, students will learn that computer science is for all.

Our History

Team Up for Tech was launched in 2019, as a way for corporate leaders and educators to team up, and together, increase computer science education opportunities in Massachusetts.

Why is High School Computer Science valuable?

The Facts

1

Computing jobs are the #1 source of new wages in the United States.

17,589

In Massachusetts, there are 17,589 open computing jobs.

40

A computer science major can earn 40% more than the average college major.

8

Students who take AP Computer Science in high school are 8x more likely to take computer science in college

50

Less than 50% of Massachusetts High Schools teach computer science.

4,181

Only 4,181 students took an Advanced Placement Computer Science course – fewer students than for any other STEM subject, and only 24% were women.

High School Computer Science Courses

Sample Coding Workshops

AP Computer Science Principles – Code.org

AP Computer Science Principles – Apple Swift

Introduction to Computer Science – Exploring Computer Science

Introduction to Computer Science – CS Discoveries

Introduction to Computer Science – MakeCode

Computer Science Focus – AI

Resources for Schools

Curricula

A listing of high quality computer science curricula being used in Massachusetts High Schools.

Professional Development

Professional Development opportunities for computer science educators.

Licensure

Licensure requirements and a guide to accredited degree programs.

Ongoing Support

A guide to professional groups, social media and regional networks.

District Guidance

Information on consulting from CSforALL SCRIPTS program, helping school systems incorporate computer science from K-12

Get in touch

WE ARE ACCEPTING WORKSHOP PROPOSALS AND SPONSORS.

If you are interested in the Team up for Tech event, please contact Shereen Tyrrell at STyrrell@bpsk12.org

Contact:

978-404-1114

styrrell@bpsk12.org