Come for a week of professional learning fun focused on integrating Computer Science into K-12 classrooms. Participants pick a pathway to fit their experience and interests during this residential learning opportunity. CS Summer of Fun is hosted by Educate Maine and MMSA, with sessions facilitated by statewide professional learning providers and Maine educators.
Plan to join us July 20-24, and sign up for the MMSA newsletter to learn more details as soon as they are announced.
CS Summer of Fun 2026 Request for Proposals - Now Open!
We need your help to build out our "CS Integration Pathway.” This Pathway is open to K-12 educators and will feature sessions that will help our participants integrate CS and AI into their classrooms. No prior CS experience needed!
2025 Pathways
Code.org Intensive
An intensive, highly supportive program with two different course options.
Grades 9-12 | Monday-Friday
Learn how to integrate CS practices & principles into your existing curriculum.
Grades K-12 | Monday-Thursday
CS Integration
Administrative
A special pathway for administrators, curriculum coordinators, & educational leaders.
Wednesday & Thursday
Everyday AI
The Everyday AI project is built upon the Developing AI Literacy (DAILy) curriculum that interweaves AI concepts, ethics in AI, creativity with AI and AI career awareness.
2025 Details & Logistics
Maine Educators: FREE + Stipend
Maine educators receive full scholarships that cover room and board, and a stipend of $100 per day due to generous support from the Harold Alfond Foundation and Code.org.
Out-of-State Educators: $1,500
The cost for non-Maine residents includes room and board for the duration of the chosen pathway. Scholarships may be available for some out-of-state educators participating in the Code.org pathway. If you select one of the Code.org pathways, Educate Maine will follow up on your application. Scholarships may be available. If we are unable to find a scholarship or grant to fund your PD, Educate Maine will invoice you or your district.
Frequently Asked Questions
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A laptop, tablet, or smartphone & appropriate chargers
Pen/paper for notetaking
Comfortable shoes - we will be walking across campus for lunch and have fun activities planned in the evenings that may require walking, as well.
A refillable water bottle.
Note: CS Summer of Fun dress is casual.
