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Project>Login Partners on Microsoft Global Skills Initiative

January 08, 2021
Project>Login is pleased to partner with Microsoft on a Global Skills Initiative to help Mainers earn industry-recognized credentials by encouraging participation in free training to prepare for certification exams as well as resources for job searching and interview preparation.  For More Information, click here READ MORE
Meet Julia Evans, software engineer

Meet Julia Evans, software engineer

January 06, 2021
Mr. Eisaman, Edward Little HS Computer Science teacher, recently had Julia Evans as a guest in his class. 
 
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Tyler Technologies Virtual Coding Competition

Tyler Technologies Virtual Coding Competition

November 02, 2020
Tyler Technologies is hosting their first ever virtual coding competition "Haunted Tiles"  Students can register and compete for cash prizes and scholarships, registration must be complete by 11:59pm on November 5th.  For more information, click here READ MORE
NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing Due Nov. 5th

NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing Due Nov. 5th

November 02, 2020
The NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing (AiC) honors 9th-12th grade students who self-identify as women, genderqueer, or non-binary for their computing-related achievements and interests, and encourages them to pursue their passions. Award recipients are selected based on their aptitude and aspirations in technology and computing, as demonstrated by their computing experience, computing-related activities, leadership experience, tenacity in the face of barriers to access, and plans for… READ MORE
2020 State of Computer Science Education

2020 State of Computer Science Education

October 14, 2020 · report released
Today, Code.org, the Computer Science Teachers Association, and the Expanding Computing Education Pathways (ECEP) Alliance released the 2020 State of Computer Science Education: Illuminating Disparities. The report describes the policy trends and momentum over the past 12 months and includes an in-depth view of each state’s policy and implementation, as well as data on disparities in access to and participation in computer science.
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Win the 1980's American Girl, Courtney Moore!

Win the 1980's American Girl, Courtney Moore!

October 05, 2020
American Girl has teamed up with Girls Who Code to help young girls join the STEM field. This partnership was announced following the recent release of two books about Courtney Moore, an avid gamer growing up in the 80's with dreams of developing her own video game.    Project>Login has purchased a Courtney doll and want to give it away to one of you! Every $5 donation to Project>Login is one entry towards winning Courtney! The winner will be announced on December 7th to kick off CS Education… READ MORE
The Project>Login Podcast dropped the first episode today!
Maine Department of Education launches MOOSE platform

Maine Department of Education launches MOOSE platform

September 22, 2020 · Free online learning library of assorted project-based modules
Did you know the Maine Department of Education is providing free online learning modules for students pre-k through 12? Educators from around the state spent time this summer to develop phase one of the Maine Online Opportunities for Sustained Education (MOOSE) platform. Each MOOSE module is project-based and designed to be completed independently and self-paced. Additional phases of the MOOSE platform will roll out over the next school year. More information can be found here. READ MORE
Q&A with Amy Tyler, Code.org Summer Institute Participant

Q&A with Amy Tyler, Code.org Summer Institute Participant

August 27, 2020
Amy Tyler, a Technology Technician at Oak Hill Middle School, reflects on her experience with the Code.org Summer Institute.  1. Could you share your teaching background and why you were initially interested in participating in the Code.org Professional Development? Amy: I have been a Technology Technician for nine years in my district. I am not in a classroom teaching every day, but I am working with teachers and students with STEM activities. I want to bring and support more Computer Science… READ MORE
CGI & Thomas College partner to offer FREE 12 week Salesforce Bootcamp

CGI & Thomas College partner to offer FREE 12 week Salesforce Bootcamp

August 19, 2020
CGI SALESFORCE BOOT CAMP   Overview Would you like to earn one of the hottest and most marketable certifications with a chance to be hired by one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world? If you do this opportunity might be for you! CGI is partnering with Thomas College to conduct a free Salesforce boot camp. Selected candidates will go through a rigorous 12-week training program and upon successful completion will earn their Salesforce certifications. About the… READ MORE