computer science

Apr 24, 2025

Catalyst Grant Empowers Rural Students, Enhances Computational Thinking Through STEAM Club

West Middle School sixth grader Olive Cleckler discovered an unexpected way to complete her interactive project—by turning her braces into part of a functioning circuit. Using a custom-designed platform called…

Jan 31, 2025

The State of Computer Science in North Carolina

The Friday Institute has been a computer science education leader in North Carolina for almost ten years. We have trained hundreds of educators in kindergarten through twelfth grade curriculum, participated…

Dec 9, 2024

Unleashing the Power of SCRIPT: Transforming CS Education in School Districts

As we gear up for Computer Science Education Week (CSEdWeek), taking place from December 9-15, the Friday Institute is proud to reflect on the strides made during November’s SCRIPT training…

Oct 3, 2024

2024-2025 Catalyst Grant Winners Announced

RALEIGH, N.C. — The Friday Institute for Educational Innovation and the NC State College of Education have awarded three Catalyst Grants that are designed to increase research collaborations between faculty…

Jul 19, 2024

North Carolina CS Requirement: A Benefit for Students and Our State

The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction adopted the High School Computer Science Graduation Requirement at the beginning of 2024. This policy mandates that beginning this fall, incoming high school…

May 16, 2024

NC Computer Science Professional Development Workshop

North Carolina’s Computer Science Teaching Professional Learning Program (NC-CS-PLP) aims to help students learn computer science concepts and gain skills to actively engage as informed participants in a technology-driven world.…

Apr 9, 2024

Unlocking the Future: Why Educators Should Dive into Computer Science Training

In today’s digital age, the significance of computer science education cannot be overstated. From powering our smartphones to driving innovation in every sector, computer science is the backbone of modern…

Apr 4, 2024

Closing the Gap in Computer Science: Effective Strategies to Navigate Preparatory Privilege

In its quest to broaden participation of all students across the state in computer science and prepare them to fill the thousands of computing jobs vacancies in the coming years,…

Dec 7, 2023

Fostering Inclusivity and Passion for Computer Science: Spotlight on JP Simafranca

JP Simafranca, a dedicated high school science teacher at Rocky Mount Preparatory Academy, shares the invaluable lessons learned from participating in the Code.org training with the Friday Institute. One of…

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Dec 6, 2023