2019 Impact Education Conference: Equity in Computing

Equity in Computing - Sharing Perspectives from Education to Industry

Ask and answer session about equity in computer science. 5 panelists will share their perspectives on equity within K-12 computing and computer science. There will be representatives from K12, nonprofit, higher education as well as from the tech industry. There will also be break-out smaller group conversations.

Speakers

Francisco Cervantes

Science Museum of MN, formerly of NYC Department of Education

Cassie Scharber

Associate Professor of Learning Technologies, UMN

Annie Schroeder

Digital Learning Specialist, Bloomington Public Schools

I am a Digital Learning Specialist for Bloomington Public Schools and a University of Minnesota Learning Technologies graduate student. Prior to holding this position I was an 8th grade math and computer science teacher. I strive to contribute to the creation of an exciting, collaborative... Read More →

Patrick Thuente

Technology Integration Specialist, Crossroads Elementary, SPPS

Brianna McCullough

Engineer, Target

Brianna McCullough is the authoritative force conquering dynamic duality as a engineer and founder of the lifestyle empowerment brand, Bri Limitless. In her daily mission to diversify the tech industry, the innovation leader and Detroit, Michigan native, resiliently shares her voice... Read More →

Vincent Cabansag

Director of Technology, Clockwork

Vince is the Director of Technology at Clockwork, an agency that helps clients with business transformation, digital consulting, and product development. He leads the technical vision and delivery of their software services. He spent the last 17 years in Chicago helping entrepreneurs... Read More →

Code Savvy/MNCodes Educator Training

Director of Educator Training, Andrea Wilson Vazquez

Code Savvy's MNCodes Educator Training program works to empower K-12 educators through hands on training and coaching to provide equitable and engaging computer science education to all learners. #MNCodes**Be sure to stop by to enter in the drawing to win a complimentary registration... Read More →