Computer Science Week and the future of STEM in Iowa classrooms

Educators and professionals in computer science say it's crucial to start teaching children about the field early on in their education careers. However, you may be surprised by how advanced elementary students have become when it comes to computer science! Find out how Greene County Elementary School celebrated Computer Science Week and why these kids are invested and taking the content seriously. As the students learn block-based coding when programming robots known as Micro:bits, they are proof of the importance of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) in classrooms throughout the state of Iowa. Get more information about resources, projects, and programs similar to this one by visiting FutureReadyIowa.gov For all other workforce resources, please visit IowaWorkforceDevelopment.gov