CSTA San Diego

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 mission and vision of the CSTA, the chapter goals for San Diego are:

  • to help teachers, administrators, districts, and higher education institutions provide ALL STUDENTS computer science education and curriculum.
  • to broaden participation, specifically underserved and underrepresented groups, and provide equity access and opportunity of computer science education courses in all grade levels and institutions/organizations.
  • to connect computer science teachers in the region of San Diego County.
  • to advocate for computer science education for all students in San Diego County.

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CSTA Chapter sites get a new look with HL Thrive!

Welcome to your new CSTA San Diego website! Browse the new site to check out upcoming events and discuss local happenings in our community. 

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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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July 8 - 11

2025 Annual CSTA Conference

CSTA 2025 is your backstage pass to connect with the ultimate community of K-12 computer science teachers. Join us in Cleveland, where the city’s vibrant rock spirit sets the perfect stage for you to reconnect with your fellow educators. Whether you’re jamming with affinity groups, tuning in to local chapters, or riffing through content-based meetups, you'll find your community.

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