Hi everyone,
I attended the CT Computer Science Convening yesterday in Hartford on behalf of CASL. My group worked on goals for ensuring that CS curriculum is evaluated, developed, and curated in a central hub. It will be a lengthy and evolving process. The documents we generated will be sent to the state Department of Education for next steps.
Here are my notes from the day should you be inclined to read them:
| Introductory Statement from CT Department of Education Deputy Commissioner: CT needs to create a workforce that can fill high-skill, high-wage positions. 96% of high schools offer CS but only 13% of students and even fewer females. How do we bridge the barrier of access and ensure an equitable e... |
Please feel free to reach out if you have questions or feedback.
Sincerely,
Allison