Kim Morris

Computer Science Teacher @San Diego Unified School District

San Diego, CA, US

Developed and implemented standards-based computer science curricula, impacting over 150 students each year, while improving AP Exam pass rates and diversity in tech-related fields. Led the CS LISTEN Project (2020 – 2023)—a youth participatory action research initiative examining lack of diversity in K-12 computer science; guided student research teams to collect and analyze data, propose inclusive solutions, and measure impact. Coordinated communication among UC San Diego, school administrators, and student teams to ensure projects stayed on schedule and budget Led a cross-functional effort to collect, code, and analyze data from 1,500+ students, families, and staff, translating insights into actionable school improvement initiatives aligned with district-level goals and fostering collaborative stakeholder engagement. Wrote and edited technical documentation to support Python and Java programming courses