Coding for the Culture,

About the event

Coding for the Culture is a fun learning experience and competition for local Houston middle and high school students. Participants will use EarSketch, a free online code editor, to compose musical remixes using songs from top recording artists.

Participants are challenged to use Ear Sketch, a free online code editor, to remix mix beats from top recording artists. Students can compete with their peers, coding clubs, or on their own from January 1st, 2022 to February 25th, 2022.

For more information visit https://bit.ly/code4culture.

Event Date: February 26, 2022

Time: 9:00 am - 1:00pm

Why should you sponsor?

Coding for the Culture organizers, in partnership with Houston Alliance of Black School Educators (HAABSE), would like to invite your company to partner with us on hosting our first annual Coding for the Culture — Beats by Us Challenge. As a partner, your company’s logo would be prominently displayed on all merchandise, social media platforms, press advertisement, and newsletters highlighting your contributions to the annual event. We also hold ourselves open to any branding suggestions your organization sees suitable for this project.

Sha'Rell and Dr. Mac are passionate about inspiring underrepresented and underestimated youth to develop an interest in STEM. We have partnered efforts to help close gaps in equity and diversity in computer science through Coding for the Culture and look forward to inspiring students in the Houston, TX area.

For more information please complete the form or feel free to email the event organizers at *****@****.***

About the Organizers:

Dr. Jocelyn McDonald: Dr. McDonald is an Educational Technologist, Podcaster, Blogger, and founder of #TechItUp, LLC. #TechItUp, LLC is a professional learning and technology solutions company dedicated to supporting educators and educational leaders with the implementation of technology to create meaningful student learning experiences. She is a proud advocate for social change in education and is dedicated to making a positive impact. With 16+ years in education, she is passionate about supporting the transformation of education through technology for equitable access to 21st-Century education while also serving as a Program Director for Technology Applications, Computer Science, and STEM for an urban school district. She makes strong efforts to use her influence to impact achievement in schools by building relationships with various stakeholders and looks forward to closing equity and diversity gaps in education.

Sha'Rell Webb: Mrs. Sha’Rell Webb is the first African-American to be named an Education Specialist for the Lunar and Planetary Institute. In this role, she works with various scientists who conduct Planetary Science Research and Space Sciences. With a strong personal conviction that youth can do “Amazing Things” with the proper encouragement and guidance, Sha’Rell founded “Coding With A Twist”. “Coding with a Twist” introduces underestimated students to the world of Computer Science, Coding, and Robotics. Throughout the year, Sha’Rell facilitates after-school programs, Saturday pop-up workshops, and professional developments.

Jocelyn McDonald

Dr. Jocelyn McDonald: Dr. McDonald is an Educational Technologist, Podcaster, Blogger, and founder of #TechItUp, LLC. #TechItUp, LLC is a professional learning and technology solutions company dedicated to supporting educators and educational leaders with the implementation of technology to create meaningful student learning experiences. She is a proud advocate for social change in education and is dedicated to making a positive impact. With 16+ years in education, she is passionate about supporting the transformation of education through technology for equitable access to 21st-Century education while also serving as a Program Director for Technology Applications, Computer Science, and STEM for an urban school district. She makes strong efforts to use her influence to impact achievement in schools by building relationships with various stakeholders and looks forward to closing equity and diversity gaps in education.

Sha'Rell Webb: Mrs. Sha’Rell Webb is the first African-American to be named an Education Specialist for the Lunar and Planetary Institute. In this role, she works with various scientists who conduct Planetary Science Research and Space Sciences. With a strong personal conviction that youth can do “Amazing Things” with the proper encouragement and guidance, Sha’Rell founded “Coding With A Twist”. “Coding with a Twist” introduces underestimated students to the world of Computer Science, Coding, and Robotics. Throughout the year, Sha’Rell facilitates after-school programs, Saturday pop-up workshops, and professional developments.

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