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How to implement a districtwide K-12 computer science program

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The state has recognized this importance by mandating that all schools incorporate computer science for students in kindergarten through 12th grade. As the career and STEM academy director for Barr-Reeve Community Schools, I helped our district integrate computer science into our K-12 students’ school days.

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eSN Hero Awards Finalists: 11 inspiring educators

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Richard Labbe Johnston County Public Schools Nominated by: Savvas Learning Company While recent statistics from NAEP (The Nation’s Report Card) show significant declines in math scores across the country, Johnston County Public Schools in North Carolina has defied that trend. Through persistent efforts, Ms.

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Leadership for Deeper Learning: Excerpt 04

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Envision’s approach of relying heavily on performance assessments and formalized defenses in 8th, 10th, and 12th grades is designed to help deliver that result. At the heart of Envision Academy’s approach is its problem-based learning orientation that focuses on teaching students to think.

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