CSTA Iowa sends our heartfelt condolences and love to the Chicago Chapter.
Faythe's dedication, joy, and excitement was instrumental in getting the first Midwest is Best CSEd Unconference to happen in October 2022.
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Corey Rogers
🌽CSTA Iowa Chapter President
💻Digital Learning Consultant
Iowa City, IA
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Original Message:
Sent: 09-13-2023 14:32
From: Jason W. Bohrer
Subject: Remembering Miss Faythe Marie Brannon, CSTA Chicago Chapter President
"It is with great sorrow that we announce the sudden death of our President, Faythe Brannon. We don't know the circumstances of her death, but we do know that she was actively leading our Chapter Leadership meeting this past Thursday and doing the work she loved: providing support for Computer Science teachers. Faythe was a focused and compassionate advocate for students, teachers, and Computer Science. She had a meaningful impact on both the local and national levels and her presence will be missed by many.
Faythe's sister has shared the obituary that they have posted, which includes details about her service in Galesburg, IL this Saturday. She shared that anyone who wants to come is welcome. Plans are also in the works for a memorial service in Chicago. We will share those details with you when they are available. Additionally, Dale Reed has created an online album of photos of Faythe. Feel free to add your favorite photos of her to share with the family.
While we are all still processing the news, we are certain that Faythe would want us to continue the work of supporting Computer Science teachers. Therefore, the September CSTA Chicago Chapter meeting WILL occur as scheduled on September 21, 2023. Our standard agenda will be modified to hold space to remember and honor Faythe for the benefit of those who cannot attend an in-person memorial. An invitation to the virtual meeting including the modified agenda will be sent to all active CSTA [Chicago] members. That information will also be shared via the CSTAChicago.groups.io list.
Sincerely,
~ CSTA Chicago Leadership Team"
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Jason W. Bohrer | Chapter Relations Lead
Computer Science Teachers Association | @csteachersorg
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