Computer Science

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Computer Science Frequently Asked Questions (Revised October, 2020)

The Computer Science Frequently Asked Questions-This is a Word document. (Word) document was developed to provide information on the instruction of the 2017 Computer Science Standards of Learning and to provide guidance to counselors concerning student placement and credit opportunities with computer science courses.   

Computer Science in My Neighborhood Competition

The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) and CodeVA are pleased to announce the 2020 Computer Science (CS) in Your Neighborhood Competition.  Although the theme is the same as last year, the circumstances and the role of computer science has changed significantly in many schools and households over the past year. Prompts have been generated to guide students in the creation of products.

• K-5 Contest Prompt: Bringing CS Home-How do you use computer science?
• 6-12 Contest Prompt: Planning for your Virtual Future-What would you create using computer science?

These prompts are designed to encourage students to brainstorm a variety of responses and products. Student products must be submitted at CS in Your Neighborhood by Monday, November 23, 2020, by 5:00PM. 

Computer Science Dashboard

The Virginia Computer Science Dashboard allows stakeholders the opportunity to view the status of computer science instruction across Virginia.  The development of computer science skills is critical for students as they prepare for the workforce.    These skills, reflected in the 2017 Computer Science Standards of Learning, provide students with a foundation that allows them to become digitally literate citizens.  Students also have the opportunity to learn about computer science, programming, and computer science related fields in greater depth through secondary coursework options.

Computer Science Standards of Learning

The Computer Science Standards of Learning identify academic content for essential components of the computer science curriculum at different grade levels. Standards are identified for kindergarten through grade eight and a core set of middle and high school elective courses. Virginia is one of the first states to have K-12 standards, and is leading the way on student workforce readiness.