Description:
This professional learning opportunity is designed to support K–12 Computer Science educators across New Mexico. This two-day in-person workshop will build a shared understanding of the New Mexico Computer Science Standards 2026, the five concepts, four pillars, and seven dispositions that organize the standards, and provide structured time to translate one standard into a real classroom activity. High quality facilitation will cover the following:
- Build a working understanding of the five concepts, four pillars, and seven dispositions in the revised standards
- Practice translating a standard into a classroom-ready activity through guided modeling and independent design time
- Prepare for a year-long implementation cycle through the program’s Canvas course, including monthly check-ins and ongoing support through April
- The sessions will take place in Albuquerque on September 8–9, 2026, with learning each day from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Mileage and lodging reimbursements are available for participants traveling more than 60 miles one way.
**This convening is meant for K–12 Computer Science teachers, instructional coaches, and administrators from school and district teams across New Mexico.**
Agenda: Link
Date: Tuesday, September 8 – Wednesday, September 9, 2026
Location: Cooperative Educational Services, 10601 Research Rd SE, Albuquerque, NM 87123
Time: Registration and breakfast begin at 8:00 am and each day will end by 4:00 pm.
Mileage: Mileage reimbursement is available to those traveling over 60 miles (one way) from their work place/office to the venue and are the driver of a personal vehicle.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Some dietary needs can be met; however, if you have health-related dietary concerns, you are encouraged to bring along adequate food items to meet your needs.
Lodging: We have secured a special reduced rate at the Marriott Albuquerque for those who are traveling more than 60 miles one-way from your workplace. We encourage all participants needing accommodations to utilize this block. Receipts for lodging expenses showing a zero-balance due must be submitted. If official conference hotels become unavailable, qualified participants will be reimbursed up to $150.00 per night (including taxes/fees) for stays at other nearby hotels (non-official conference hotels). Receipts for lodging expenses showing a zero-balance due must be submitted.
Marriott Albuquerque
Address: 2101 Louisiana Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110
Phone: (505) 881-6800
Materials: Please bring a laptop and A/C adapter. You will need it to access Canvas. Ensure you have access to your curricular resources (either virtually or a hardcopy) to use during our structured collaborative planning time.
Stipend: Participants who meet the requirements in the signed stipend assurance form will receive a stipend of up to $1,000 in two disbursements, once in December 2026 of $500 and once in May 2027 of $500.
Service Animals and Emotional Support Animals Guidance: Please review this guidance if you are utilizing this accommodation/support.
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Pre-workshop reading material: Please review the 2026 CSTA Standards 3.0 and the PK–12 Foundational Computer Science Standards Progression Chart before the workshop.