Matt Alonso (He/Him)

Matt Alonzo is a 22-year veteran mathematics teacher in his 14th year of teaching computer science at Parkway North High School in St. Louis, Missouri. A lifelong learner, he continually seeks opportunities to grow in CS education while centering his work on equity. As a member of cohort 5 of the CSTA Impact Fellowship (formerly the Equity Fellowship), Matt gained a deeper understanding of the potential harms AI can pose to students, particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds. This experience drives his excitement for the CSTA Responsible AI Fellowship, where he hopes to shape how AI is used in education. Matt also serves as equity chair of the CSTA Missouri chapter, was the 2023 CS Teaching Excellence Award winner, and was Parkway North’s 2022–23 Teacher of the Year. In addition, he is in his ninth year on his local school board, currently serving as president.