Sponsorships

Grow your reputation with a diverse audience of K-12 computer science educators and stakeholders

Support the Future of CS Learning

Be a part of a first-of-its-kind professional learning experience centered on building prosperous K-12 CS programs

CS PD Week will attract a variety of educational professionals who are passionate about teaching, computer science, and professional growth. The knowledge these dedicated educators acquire will directly impact K-12 students across the state and inspire tomorrow’s skilled workforce.

Your support will ensure this formative experience remains affordable and accessible, while offering you an opportunity to build your reputation and brand recognition with a diverse set of CS educators and stakeholders.

Questions? Contact Sarah Phelps (sphelps@ltcillinois.org) to learn more and lock in your spot as a CS PD Week sponsor.

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Sponsorship Information

Date: July 17-23, 2023 Location: Bloomington Junior High School | Bloomington, IL Promotional Video: https://ltc.site/cspdweekvideo

Why Choose CS PD Week

The Current State of CS Learning in Illinois

Careers in computing are growing faster than any other employment category. In Illinois alone, 24,450 computing jobs open each month, despite fewer than 3,000 computer science graduates entering the statewide workforce each year.

At the same time, only 47% of Illinois high schools currently offer computer science courses – well below the national average. Where CS courses are offered, students of color, women, and low income students participate at markedly lower rates.

A Step Toward a CS-Powered Future

The need for broader, more equitable access to CS education is clear – and CS PD Week is how Illinois’ statewide K-12 community begins to close that gap.

Over the course of this 5-day event, new and experienced CS educators from around Illinois will:

Engage with current CS curriculum from top providers including Code.org
Build community and network with peers during shared meals and team-building activities
Discover strategies for expanding access to high- quality, inclusive computer science learning

Audience

Current K-12 educators (all experience levels) and educators interested in teaching CS in 2023-24.

Partnered for Success

To power this new initiative, the LTC has partnered with 3 statewide CS nonprofits, each committed to expanding student access to rigorous CS learning:

Sponsorship Levels

All sponsorships available on a first come, first served basis.

Sponsor Type	Benefits Package	Cost	Availability
Full Track Provides classroom space and peripherals for 30 attendees	Platinum	$10,000	6
Scholarship Covers one week of CS training and hotel costs for one educator	Gold	$,2,500	3
Bytes Provides snacks and other brain food for attendees	Gold	$2,500	15
Attendee T-Shirts Provides an event t-shirt for each participant	Silver	$1,500	2
Social Event Provides food, entertainment, and prizes for a social event	Silver	$1,150	Unlimited
General Provides cash donation, gift cards, or participant prize of $50 or more.	Bronze	$500 or less (or equivalent donation)	Unlimited

Sponsor Type	Benefits Package	Cost	Availability
Full Track Provides classroom space and peripherals for 30 attendees	Platinum	$10,000	6
Scholarship Covers one week of CS training and hotel costs for one educator	Gold	$,2,500	3
Bytes Provides snacks and other brain food for attendees	Gold	$2,500	15
Attendee T-Shirts Provides an event t-shirt for each participant	Silver	$1,500	2
Social Event Provides food, entertainment, and prizes for a social event	Silver	$1,150	Unlimited
General Provides cash donation, gift cards, or participant prize of $50 or more.	Bronze	$500 or less (or equivalent donation)	Unlimited

Benefits Packages

All sponsorship levels include additional opportunities to elevate your business or organization’s reputation among attendees.

Platinum

All Gold level benefits
Large name & logo on event t-shirt
Large name & logo on event banner

Gold

All Silver level benefits
Medium name & logo on event t-shirt
Medium name & logo on event banner
Opportunity to address participants during one meal/social event

Silver

All Bronze level benefits
Small name & logo on event t-shirt
Small name & logo on event banner
Social media recognition & thank-you
Marketing material included in swag bag
Name & logo included in select conference emails

Bronze

Name & logo included on event website

Take the Next Step

Make a lasting impact with today’s students & be a part of Illinois’ CS-powered future

Contact Sarah Phelps (sphelps@ltcillinois.org) for more information on becoming a CS PD Week sponsor.