Hi Friends!

Summer is right around the corner, and TECH CORPS is ready to make it unforgettable. From hands-on tech camps for elementary students to career-connected programs for high schoolers, we’re opening doors to opportunity all across the country, and it’s all FREE!

In this month’s newsletter, you’ll find exciting updates about our summer programs, a powerful partnership with Google Code Next, and a warm welcome to our newest National Board member, Jama Cobb. You’ll also hear from

State Representative Munira Abdullahi (OH-9), who recently shared her story of purpose and community with our students. Plus, we’re celebrating the end of our 2025 Computing Career Corps program!

Let’s dive in!

This summer, TECH CORPS is offering a variety of FREE hands-on tech programs for students in grades 3–12. From coding to data science, there’s something for every interest and skill level.

• Grades 3–8: Explore technology through Techie Camp with fun topics like app development, digital animation, game design, and more.

• Grades 9–12: Dive deeper into tech skill development through programs like IT On Ramp, and Student TECH CORPS, all designed to build skills, boost confidence, and prepare students for the future.

Spots are limited. Don’t wait to secure your child’s place in one of our transformative tech programs!

This spring, 9th and 10th grade students across Franklin County took bold steps toward their futures through TECH CORPS’ Computing Career Corps (CCC). Over 15 weeks, students immersed themselves in programming, web development, app creation, and more, building both technical and professional skills that will serve them for years to come.

Through hands-on projects and engaging career talks, students didn’t just learn tech. They discovered their potential. Those who successfully completed the program received either a new laptop or a $400 incentive, and all gained valuable skills in areas like teamwork, problem-solving, and communication.

Computing Career Corps is funded by the Franklin County Board of Commissioners and administered by Franklin County Department of Job and Family Services.

Rep. Abdullahi Speaks to Students

Encouraging youth to lead, uplift, and stay true to their voice

State Representative Munira Abdullahi (OH-9) recently visited our Computing Career Corps students to share her inspiring journey and offer heartfelt advice about leadership, representation, and staying true to your purpose. Her message? Your voice matters, and when you walk through the door, leave it open for others. Computing Career Corps is funded by the Franklin County Board of Commissioners and administered by Franklin County Department of Job and Family Services.

Real Skills. Big Dreams.

Google Code Next and TECH CORPS provide exposure to tech careers for Columbus youth

Since 2023, TECH CORPS has proudly served as a Google Code Next affiliate, integrating its curriculum into our Computing Career Corps (CCC) program. Through this partnership, we’re delivering innovative, career-connected technology programming to high school students in Franklin County. From game development to creative problem-solving, students are gaining real-world skills and the confidence to dream bigger. Computing Career Corps is funded by the Franklin County Board of Commissioners and administered by Franklin County Department of Job and Family Services.

TECH CORPS Board Member Jama Cobb:

Bridging the gap between education and industry careers

At TECH CORPS, we believe every student deserves access to programs that build essential skills, boost confidence, and expand opportunities. We’re excited to welcome Jama Cobb, Work-Based Learning Coordinator at the Educational Service Center of Central Ohio, as our newest National Board member.

A passionate advocate for equity in education and career exposure, Jama bridges the gap between classrooms and careers. In this video, she shares her commitment to connecting students with real-world opportunities and helping all learners see themselves in technology.

For 30 years, TECH CORPS has been a national leader in delivering career-connected technology education to K–12 students and educators. From hands-on programs to impactful partnerships, we’ve helped countless students and educators develop essential skills, explore exciting careers in technology, and unlock the door to a successful future.

As we celebrate this milestone, we invite you to help shape what’s next. Your donation fuels hands-on programs, real-world experiences, and expanded access to technology education.

Your support empowers the next 30 years of tech education, helping us continue to provide transformative opportunities for students and educators alike. Every gift, no matter the size, fuels our mission to build the future of technology education.