We are CSTA San Diego

CSTA San Diego is the local chapter of the international Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA). CSTA can be considered to be the largest computer science department in the world.

To meet the vision of CSTA, that every student is prepared for a world powered by computing,  the chapter goals for San Diego are:

  • Creating a thriving community that fosters continuous growth, belonging, and connection among CS educators.
  • Equipping educators with the CS teaching and learning resources they need to elevate their practice. 
  • Deepening and expanding leadership for CS educators. 
  • Advocating for our vision and mission at the local, state, and national levels.
  • Collaborating to realize our vision.

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CSTA San Diego Chapter Support through Young Scholars

UC San Diego CREATE has developed three computer science introduction summer camp style courses for students. Proceeds from these offerings are direct support for our chapter! Feel free to share with your students and parents.

UCSD CReaTE Young Scholars Summer 2026

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History

On June 3, 2009, CSTA approved the formation of the San Diego Chapter in partnership with the San Diego Supercomputer Center (SDSC) Education K-12 program. Some of the first executive members that we know of were Joe Pistone, Pat Giovengo, Caro Willing, and Dr. Diane Baxter, Jeff Sale and Ange Mason of the San Diego Supercomputer Center Education Department. The Director of Education for SDSC at that time was Dr. Diane Baxter, who helped guide the board in its initial stages.

If you are a previous board member that is not listed here, please contact us so that we can create an accurate historical timeline.

In 2010, we formed a partnership with the San Diego Supercomputer Center Education Program to implement a National Science Foundation (NSF) grant to pilot AP Computer Science Principles course at any high school throughout San Diego County. In 2015, that partnership expanded to include UCSD’s CREATE program.

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CSTA Online PD

CSTA online professional development (PD) courses provide a flexible, deep learning experience that you can complete at your own pace. Course content includes meaningful and interactive activities focused on application to your CS classroom—you’ll do a lot more than just read and watch. Plus, you’ll experience asynchronous collaboration with other CS educators as you both give and get feedback and exchange ideas.

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