CSTA Alberta

We are CSTA Alberta

A  community of Computer Science Teachers, sharing resources, ideas, and events in the bigger community throughout Alberta.

Promoting Computer Science education for all teachers at the local Teacher conferences.

Events located in Calgary and Edmonton, with virtual options.

Latest Announcements

CSTA Chapter sites get a new look with HL Thrive!

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

🛠️ Our site is still compiling—stay tuned while we debug and deploy! 🚀

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About Us

Your local CS Community

Your Executive Members:

Edmonton:  Janice Parsons (President), Shelley Gramlich (VP) , Andrew Gerla.

Calgary: James Chow (Problem of the Week), Margaret-Ruth Jones, Akhila Wolfe.

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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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Upcoming Events

University of Alberta Programming Contest - March 15 (Saturday)  Register here

Game Con 2025 - contact Janice Parsons if you want free tickets for yourself and students More Info

(And yes it is legit)

Are you a Computer Science educator in Alberta?
--The CSTA Alberta is here to support, connect, and empower you!

✅ Collaborate with Fellow Educators – Connect with a network of CS teachers across Alberta to share ideas, resources, and best practices.
✅ Professional Development – Gain access to exclusive PD opportunities, workshops, and conferences tailored to Computer Science teachers (CSTA provided).
✅ Stay Updated – Keep up with the latest trends in AI, programming, and computational thinking in K-12 education.
✅ Advocate for CS Education – Be a voice for Computer Science education and help shape its future.

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