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Computer Science Education Week

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Computer Science Education Week 2021
hour of code "celebrate computer science everywhere"

December 6-12, 2021  

Students across Bellevue will participate in Computer Science Education Week and Hour of Code, the largest learning event in history. The CS Education Week is a global movement reaching tens of millions of students in 180+ countries. BSD elementary and middle schools plan to participate in the worldwide event. High school students should check with their school to see if they will be participating. 

Complete Your Hour of Code at Home
What Will You Create?

Show a Video

Choose a video that shows the impacts, accessibility and creativity of computing.

Lead an Activity

Lead an hour of code activity or another classroom activity to inspire students, expose them to computer science, or deepen their understanding.

Invite Industry Volunteers

Volunteers can share information about their career and background, plus support an activity or give feedback on students’ projects. Find a local volunteer here.

Share More Information

Share why computer science is important and relevant.

Other Resources & Tutorials

What is computer science?

Put simply, computer science (CS) is learning how to use the power of computers to solve problems. It’s the study of computers and algorithmic processes, their principals, their designs, their applications, and their impact on society.

Why is computer science important?

CS teaches problem solving and important skills like communication, collaboration, and design. There are tremendous career opportunities, and CS is relevant to all career pathways. The Bellevue School District recognizes computer science as increasingly important in today’s world.

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