2026 CS PD Week Session Proposal

🚀 Call for Proposals: Engage, Explore, Empower!
Shape the future of Computer Science (CS) education at our K-12 CS Professional Development Week!
We are seeking dynamic, hands-on, and highly engaging session proposals for K-12 educators, instructional coaches, and instructional leaders. Share your expertise in critical CS topics such as AI, robotics/physical computing, computational thinking, and more!

Proposals should focus on specific grade bands (K-5, 6-8, or 9-12) and be formatted for a 3-hour or 6-hour interactive experience. We prioritize sessions where participants are actively involved in exploring content, not simply listening to a presentation. Help us empower attendees to confidently integrate cutting-edge CS concepts into their classrooms!

Dates: June 15th, 2026 - June 18th, 2026
Location: Capital Area Career Center (Springfield, IL)
Questions: Please direct questions to sphelps@ltcillinois.org.

Interested in presenting and need a topic? Here are a few ideas! 

Artificial Intelligence + CS CS + Curriculum Design
Computational Thinking/Unplugged Creation & Creativity
Physical Computing Programming & Coding
CS & STEM Cybersecurity

Presentation Details




Titles should be descriptive yet catchy. Often, titles are what first attract attendees to a session.

350 words or less. This will be shared with conference attendees if your proposal is accepted.

To help bring the content to life and make it actionable, please clearly define how your session will support attendees in implementing and applying the knowledge learned during your session. Complete this sentence: "By attending this session, attendees will be able to..."

Describe the flow of the session. What is the format, how will you include interactivity and participation, and what are the main components?
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