Hands-on STEAM for Future-Ready Problem Solvers

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As a computer science educator, you know the value of real-world learning.

At the Forward Education booth, you’ll find tangible STEAM tools, mini-PD sessions packed with ideas, friendly experts, and industry celebrity guests ready to help you integrate more hands-on projects into your teaching.

Drop in: Bite-Sized PD Opportunities

We’re running live sessions throughout the day with mini learning bursts that pack a punch. Stop by anytime to jump into real-world STEAM projects and leave with new ideas to take back to your classroom.

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Smart Solar Kit

Generate energy with code

Harness the sun with our micro:bit-powered Smart Solar Kit. See how your students can design a system to explore energy, electronics, and the environment.

CHARGE battery pack

Take projects out of the classroom

Bring physical computing to life indoors and outdoors. CHARGE is wearable, rechargeable and built to take micro:bit on the go. This one’s a crowd favorite.

CodeCTRL

Code without a computer

Designed like a game controller, CodeCTRL brings visual coding to younger learners—no computer required. It’s the perfect entry point for real-world tech learning.

Climate Action Kit

Problem-solve with purpose

Build multiple smart robotics projects using micro:bit, sensors, and building blocks. It’s a gateway to real-world learning, engineering, and systems thinking.

Session Schedule

Sessions are ~30-40 minutes and run throughout exhibit hall hours. This schedule is dynamic and will change often!

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CSed Celebrity Guest Hosts

We’re proud to welcome incredible educators to our booth to bring coding to life in and out of the classroom.

Amanda Jeane Strode

CodeJoy

Interactive learning champion and co-founder of CodeJoy, Amanda brings puppets, storytelling, and tech together to create truly joyful learning moments. Don’t miss her CHARGE session!

Tom Ball

Co-Creator MakeCode and MicroCode

As a Microsoft researcher, Tom helped bring the BBC micro:bit to millions of students and co-created Microsoft MakeCode. He now continues to develop tools that make coding for hardware easier and more accessible.

Dr. LaTonya McKenzie

Vice President of Black Achievers
Amazon Teacher Ambassador
Ohio Invention Convention Chair

CTE leader and equity advocate building K–12 career pathways, leading Girls Who Code clubs, and empowering young entrepreneurs through hands-on learning.

Brenda Bass

Director of Curriculum and PD Ops at BootUp PD

Veteran educator with 30+ years of experience in STEAM, coding, and tech integration. Led K–8 robotics, supported district CS initiatives, and presented at TCEA and ISTE. Passionate about hands-on learning and empowering students through real-world, project-based experiences.

Cheyenne Skye Branscum

Citizen Potawatomi Nation
PK-12 Program Manager, AISES

Program officer, nonprofit leader, and Citizen Potawatomi Nation member advancing inclusive STEM education. Treasurer of the Sierra Club and Program Coordinator for the Mawoudit Foundation. Builds school partnerships and sustainable programs to increase STEM capacity in Indian Country.

More Hosts Announced Soon

We’re just getting started!

Stay tuned as we announce more amazing CSed experts who will be joining us at the booth. Each brings their own spark to STEAM learning—follow along and don’t miss your chance to learn from the best.