STACS Connect - Computing Science networking event for Primary and Secondary teachers

STACS Annual In-Person Connect Event! We want to to welcome current PGDE Computing Science teachers and soon-to-be probationers to the profession. The teacher community is amazing, and we know how importance it is to have a network for support, guidance, and exchanging new ideas. Together, we can learn so much, make a real difference to the subject and inspire more pupils on a national level.

This event provides an opportunity for new and current Computing Science teachers, as well as primary teachers interested in Computing Science, to come together, celebrate the Computing Science PGDE students, and built your networks, leave with ideas and stay connected.

The evening will consist of nine short sessions, you will get to select from three of them. We have a specific workshop tailored to probationers, as well as workshops that will be of interest to all Computing Science teachers and primary teachers interested in Computing Science. 

• Make the most of your probation year (Marcus Doulas and TBC) - Tips for probation year from two newly qualified Computing Science teachers.
• AI Prompt Engineering for Practice Exam questions (Fraser McKay) - Learn how to craft effective AI prompts to generate realistic practice exam questions.
• Practical Computing in Action (Kevin Reid and Graeme Robertson) - An interactive Computing Science session led by SSERC, featuring a teacher sharing their classroom experiences.
• Gender Gap Panel Discussion (Mari Claire Mitchell, Debbie Kennedy and Alan Furniss) - A panel of primary and secondary teachers share practical insights on promoting gender balance in Computing Science.
• Growing Computing Science through BGE and beyond (Katie Gallacher and Nicola) - Discover the journey of one department's Computing Science growth, from effective BGE foundations to sustained engagement in later years.
• NPA Technologies (Tracey Mutter and Derek Harris) - Gain an understanding of the NPA Technologies qualification and practical insights from a teacher delivering the course.
• Code Reads (Donna Baird) - Integrating literacy and coding through reading, pixel art creation and more.
• Equitable Creative Coding Award by Digital Schools Awards Scotland (Annabelle Guthrie) - Learn about the Equitable Creative Coding Award and hear from primary schools who have achieved this award.
• JPMorgan AI/Trends - Gain professional insight into how JPMorgan views the latest advancements and trends in Artificial Intelligence, and their potential impact.
• JPMorgan Junior Talent - Hear directly from junior talent at JPMorgan as they share their career journeys and highlight the significant role Computing Science at school and their teacher played in their path to the company.
  

Attendees can look forward to some freebies, as well as food and refreshments. All attendees must hold GTCS registration, PGDE students we will confirm via lecturer.

Stay connected with fellow teachers through STACS Connected, our community platform bringing together Primary and Secondary teachers with a specific focus on Computing Science in schools in Scotland. Sign up!

IMPORTANT INFORMATION - Government ID will be required upon entry (photo of drivers license or passport), unfortunately those unable to bring photo government issued ID will not be allowed access.

Only pre-registered guests will be allowed to enter. JPMorganChase requires that all attendees bring a government-issued ID (drivers license or passport a photo is allowed). Please ensure that the name on your ID matches the name provided during event registration.

We require names of all attendees due to the venue being a secure building. We recommend registering individually to ensure this is captured accurately as we will not be able to grant entry to those not registered at without photo identification.

Event hosted in partnership with JPMorganChase

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