Dr. Amanda McBride (She/Her)

Dr. McBride is a high school Computer Science educator in rural Tennessee who is passionate about expanding access to innovative technology education and authentic STEM experiences for students. With a background in computer science, English, science, and social studies education, she focuses on interdisciplinary, project-based learning that connects emerging technologies to real-world problem solving. Dr. McBride has led initiatives involving artificial intelligence, drones, robotics, augmented reality, and computational thinking, with an emphasis on preparing rural students for future careers in STEM. She also serves on state and national computer science standards review teams and actively supports student leadership through organizations such as TSA. In addition to her classroom and leadership work, Dr. McBride is the author of a book focused on helping educators integrate computational thinking and computer science concepts into everyday teaching practices.