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Computer Science Education Week Dec. 7-13, 2020
Computer Science and coding are essential to the modern workforce with more than 70 percent of STEM-field occupations requiring computer science literacy as a foundational skill. Virginia’s celebration of Computer Science Week aims to increase awareness of the role of technology and the computer science industry.
Although Virginia Computer Science Education Week is virtual this year, there are many opportunities for teachers and students to engage in computer science activities that may be completed through classroom or virtual instruction. The week begins with a virtual kickoff event on Monday, December 7, 2020 at 9 a.m. Registration for the virtual kickoff as well as other opportunities can be found on the CodeVA website. Resources and opportunities include teacher professional development, seminars, and various classroom and home activities for students.
Here’s what is going on for the week!
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CS Ed Week Launch! Learn More |
Shake it, Program it! K-2nd Grade – 10AM Learn More |
Shake it, Program it! for 3rd-5th Grade – 10AM Learn More |
MS/HS: App in an Hour: Make a Game! – 9AM Learn More |
Doodle Jam with Saxton Learn More |
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Family Code Night Learn More |
Integrating CS – Sparking Ideas, Learn More |
CS to the Core: K5 Overview – 5pm Learn More |
CS to the Core MS Overview – 5pm Learn More |
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CSTA Blue Ridge – CS Learning Series Session Learn More |
Family Code Night Learn More |
CS in the K5 Classroom Learn More |
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