Workshops
1–3 hour events where students build small projects to get them excited about computing. Led by the CIC team.
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Digital skilling, computer science, and artificial intelligence education for students across Arizona — especially where opportunity hasn't reached yet.
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Program types
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AZ school partners
100%
Free for students
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As the demand for computing professionals grows, students need to be prepared to become active participants and competitors in the digital economy. Coding in Color delivers educational resources for students who currently don't have access to computer science courses in their communities or schools.
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Diversifying the STEM Industry
Coding in Color brings Computer Science events to students in Phoenix, Arizona.
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Fellowship
Microsoft TechSpark Fellowship
Selected on behalf of the state of Arizona as Microsoft TechSpark Fellowship and Grant Recipient.
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Grant
APS Foundation Grant Awardee
Awarded an APS Foundation grant to support our AI Academy at Desert Edge, Maryvale, and Salt River Schools.
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Our programs
From one-hour intros to semester-long AI academies — we meet students where they are and take them further than they thought possible.
Hackathons
6–12 hour events where students build a more complex project. Hackathon led by the CIC team.
Summer Camps
3–5 day event where students deep-dive into a topic or learn something new each day. Led by the CIC team.
CS Programs
Semester to year-long programs where students engage with computing multiple days per week. For public high schools & community centers.
AI Programs
Semester-long AI programs covering CS fundamentals, AI foundations, and building real models. For public high schools & community centers.
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The team
Talent from across industries and experiences — delivering exceptional programs to students in Arizona.
11 contributors
Founder & CEO
Diana Lee Guzman
B.S. Computer Science 2018 · Ex-Software Engineer at Microsoft
Vice President
Mauricio Pinon Molina
Project Engineer at PCL Construction · B.S. Mechanical Engineering 2023
Secretary
Dominick Dennisur
Technology Strategist at Microsoft · B.S. Mechanical Engineering 2014
Board Member
Greg Vanonni
AI Pod Lead @ Meta · M.S. Software Engineering
Treasurer
Melissa Drake
SHPE National Board Member · Founder, Tech Women of AZ
Board Member
Genevieve Villegas
Nonprofit Strategy Consultant · B.S. Business Administration
Board Member
Frank Cabada
Software Engineer @ Google · B.S. Computer Science
Board Member
Landon Earls
CTE Teacher @ Dysart School District
Instructor
Kennett Ho
B.S. Computer Science (Software Eng.) @ ASU 2028
Instructor
Shelby Alonso
B.S. Computer Science (Cybersecurity) @ ASU 2027
Instructor
Jackeline Leon
B.S. Informatics (Digital Culture) @ ASU 2027
supporters
Powered by our donors & partners
We're deeply grateful to the donors and partners investing in our mission. Your support gives students access to Computer Science and AI education, mentorship, and opportunities that inspire the next generation of innovators.
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Questions? Say hello.
Reach out about workshops, hackathons, camps, or bringing our CS & AI programs to your school or community.
email
karennevarez@codingincolor.net
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