Nick Fishel stands with family at son's high school graduation.

One Opportunity at a Time: Nick Fishel’s Journey to Computer Science

Nick Fishel never planned to become a computer science teacher. Now a Mira Awards finalist for Nextech CS Teacher of the Year 2026, he shares how a winding path from the private sector to the classroom led him to build a program at Hamilton Southeastern High School, and why staying curious matters more than having all the answers.

Xterns Talk AI and Career Skills at TechPoint’s Second Programming Weekend

TechPoint's 2026 Xterns explored AI and the future of work at their second programming weekend, hosted by Republic Airways in Carmel.
Sallie Mae team members and their Xterns pose in front of a white Xtern-branded IndyCar and blue Xtern backdrop at Dallara.

Xtern Kicks Off Summer at TechPoint’s First Programming Weekend

TechPoint welcomed the 2026 Xtern cohort to the Dallara Experience Hub for a programming weekend focused on professional development, AI, networking and workplace readiness.