IFML AI Lessons Ambassador
Institue for Foundations of Machine Learning
Summary: Joe Cusack has been selected as one of seven classroom ambassadors for the WeTeach_CS and UT Austin Institute for Foundations of Machine Learning AI lessons pilot program.
Action Items
- Set up the IFML AI Lessons Ambassador materials on the class website.
- Add the materials to CS 3 and Independent Study classes.
- Attend the required webinar on Monday, April 28, 2026, from 4:00–5:00 PM CT.
- Review the attached PDF slides before the webinar.
- Review the YouTube playlist before the webinar:
IFML AI Lessons YouTube Playlist
- Implement the IFML lessons in the classroom by the end of the 2025–2026 school year.
- Complete the feedback form after using the lessons.
- Receive a $500 stipend after completing the required feedback form.
Schedule Notes
Possible Conflict: Shirley noted that the WeTeach_CS Summit overlaps with Cyber.Org EdCon. Joe is scheduled for Cyber.Org EdCon beginning on June 16, 2026.
- Required Webinar: Monday, April 28, 2026, 4:00–5:00 PM CT
- WeTeach_CS Summit: June 15–16, 2026
- Cyber.Org EdCon: begins June 16, 2026
- ALIGN AI Symposium: Fall 2026, date to be determined
Program Information
Joe Cusack has been selected as a classroom ambassador for the WeTeach_CS and UT Austin Institute for Foundations of Machine Learning AI lessons pilot program.
As an ambassador, he will review the provided instructional materials, attend the introductory webinar, use the AI lessons with students, and provide feedback on the lessons.
Upon completion of the required feedback form, Joe will receive a $500 stipend.
Additional Benefits
- Complimentary invitation to the WeTeach_CS Summit on June 15–16, 2026.
- Complimentary invitation to the ALIGN AI Symposium in Fall 2026.
Email Thread
Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026, 10:31 AM
Message:
Setup on my website.
Add to my CS 3 and Independent Study classes.
Date: Monday, April 20, 2026, 8:52 AM
Message:
There is an overlap. You are scheduled for Cyber.Org EdCon beginning on June 16th.
Shirley
Date: Monday, April 20, 2026, 8:13 AM
Message:
Another $500 for another cohort.
Joe Cusack
Date: Friday, April 17, 2026, 8:19 PM
Subject: Congratulations! You've Been Selected as an IFML AI Lessons Ambassador
Dear Joe Cusack,
Congratulations! We are pleased to inform you that you have been selected as one of seven classroom ambassadors for the WeTeach_CS and UT Austin's Institute for Foundations of Machine Learning AI lessons pilot program.
Your Responsibilities
- Attend the webinar on Monday, April 28, 2026, from 4:00–5:00 PM CT.
- Review the attached PDF slides and YouTube playlist before the webinar.
- Implement the IFML lessons in your classroom by the end of the 2025–2026 school year.
- Complete a feedback form. A rubric will be provided later.
- Receive a $500 stipend after completing the feedback form.
Next Steps
- Review the attached PDF and YouTube playlist of lessons.
- Mark your calendar for the April 28 webinar.
- Watch for the formal calendar invite.
- Let Elaine know whether you plan to attend the WeTeach_CS Summit.
Best regards,
Elaine Soares, M.S.
Computer Science Education Specialist
The University of Texas at Austin
Texas Advanced Computing Center
Expanding Pathways in Computing