We are excited to announce the launch of our next Community of Practice (CoP) series for IT/CS teachers, beginning on February 6, 2025! This year, we are thrilled to welcome three additional colleges into our learning community: Edmonds College, Whatcom Community College, and Bellingham Technical College. Their participation will enrich our discussions and collaborations as we strengthen pathways from high school to post-secondary education and beyond.
Please consider attending this series and share this invitation with your CS/IT teachers and encourage their participation.
Register here: https://www.pdenroller.org/nwesd/catalog/event/179703
Below is a list of college faculty participants who will contribute their expertise:
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Name
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Subject
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Role
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Institution
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Catherine Wyman
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Computer Science
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Faculty
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Skagit Valley College
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Ryan Masinelli
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IT Department Chair
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Faculty
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Everett Community College
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Matthew Parsons Fuentes
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Computer Science/ENGR
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Faculty
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Everett Community College
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Christy Saunders
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Computer Information Systems
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Faculty
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Whatcom Community College
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Darrell Criss
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CS/Software Development
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Faculty
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Whatcom Community College
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Steven Rose
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Computer Information Systems
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Faculty
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Whatcom Community College
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Kevin Burkeland
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Information Technology
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Faculty
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Bellingham Technical College
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Anna Truss
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Web Development
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Faculty
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Edmonds College
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Frank Kadwell
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Application Development
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Faculty
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Edmonds College
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Allison Obourn
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Computer Science
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Faculty
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Edmonds College
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Community of Practice Year 2 Outcomes
Together, we will focus on the following key goals:
- Coherence in Curriculum and Standards
- Develop a shared understanding of essential computer science and IT competencies across high school and post-secondary programs.
- Identify gaps and overlaps in curriculum to ensure seamless transitions.
- Map existing courses and programs, with a focus on expanding dual credit articulations.
- Exploring Current and Emerging Industry Trends
- Stay informed about emerging technologies such as AI, programming, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and data science.
- Incorporate teacher feedback on areas of interest to ensure curriculum updates reflect the latest industry advancements.
- Gain insights into CS/IT labor market data and insights
- Aligning Curriculum with Industry Needs
- Ensure certifications (e.g., CompTIA, AWS, Google) align with regional job demands.
- Collaborate with industry partners to understand emerging skill requirements and adjust curriculum focus areas.
- Host a roundtable with employers (e.g., Amazon, FANUC) to gather insights and strengthen partnerships.
We are excited to continue another year filled with collaboration, learning, and innovation! Thank you for your support in sharing this opportunity with your teachers!
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Jennifer Styer k12teacher
Bellingham WA
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