Nextech

What an incredible week of learning, collaboration, and inspiration. Over 450 educators from across Indiana joined us to deepen their understanding of computer science and AI—and to explore what’s possible for their classrooms and students.

A huge thank-you to Indiana University for truly rolling out the red carpet. From the welcoming campus environment to the behind-the-scenes support, their partnership helped make this week exceptional.

We’re leaving the week energized, inspired, and more committed than ever to supporting educators as they bring computer science and AI to students across Indiana. 🚀

🎳 Bowling for Bandwidth = Big Wins for Catapult! 🎳

What a fantastic night at Nextech’s Bowling for Bandwidth fundraiser! Thanks to nearly 70 bowlers—including past Catapult students, board members, and friends of Nextech—we raised critical support for our Catapult program, helping students build real-world tech and professional skills.

A special shoutout to our winning team from KPMG 🏆 and to everyone who showed up, cheered loudly, and made the evening so much fun. Your support helps fuel opportunities for students to explore careers in technology and prepare for what’s next.

📸 Check out a few highlights from the night below!

💙 Want to support Catapult but couldn’t attend? You can still make an impact! Donations of any size help us expand access to hands-on, career-connected learning experiences for students.

👉 Donate here: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/central-indiana-community-foundation-inc

Thank you for being part of a community that believes in investing in students and their futures!

Nextech is hosting two more professional development workshops before the end of April—designed to help educators build confidence with computer science and AI, no matter where you’re starting from.

✨ Upcoming Workshops:

AI Literacy for Educators – Build foundational understanding of AI and explore classroom-ready strategies

Getting Started with Code.org – A beginner-friendly introduction to teaching computer science

✔️ Hands-on
✔️ Classroom-focused
✔️ Perfect for educators new to CS and those looking to expand their skills

Spots are limited—register now and finish the school year with tools you can use right away!

Check out https://nextech.org/educators/teacher-education/events/ to learn more details and register

🚀 New to teaching computer science? We’ve got you covered! 🚀

Join Nextech on March 9, 2026 for Getting Started with Code.org, a free professional development workshop designed to help K-12 educators confidently bring computer science into their classrooms—no prior experience required! 💻✨

In this hands-on session, you’ll:
✅ Explore the Code.org platform and curriculum
✅ Learn how to get started with CS in your classroom
✅ Discover engaging, age-appropriate activities
✅ Walk away ready to teach computer science with confidence

Whether you’re a classroom teacher, media specialist, or instructional coach, this workshop is the perfect first step into CS education.

Register today: https://bit.ly/4csMvoq