Technology

Technology courses work on a three-year rotating schedule inclusive of AP Computer Science A, two one-semester courses inclusive of game programming and app programming, and Computer Science Principles. This year, AP Computer Science Principles will be offered to students in grades 10-12.

Technology Courses Offered in 2024-2025

AP Computer Science Principles
9th Grade Computer Science

AP Computer Science Principles

Open to: 10th - 12th graders
Meetings per ten-day rotation: Two 100-minute periods
Prerequisites: None

AP Computer Science Principles is a yearlong course that introduces students to the breadth of the field of computer science. In it, students will learn to design and evaluate solutions and to apply computer science to solve problems through the development of algorithms and programs. In doing this, students will incorporate abstraction into programs and use data to discover new knowledge. The class is open to students with no programming experience as well as those who already know some coding (including those who have previously taken the AP-A level class).

9th Grade Computer Science

Open to: 9th grade
Meetings per ten-day rotation: Five 80 minute periods
Prerequisites: None

Students will gain exposure to computer programming, computational thinking, and some of the current trends in computer science. In doing so, they will sample a variety of programming languages, learn what goes into building a basic app, and gain a better understanding of how the Internet and the World Wide Web works. The goal is for students to have hands-on coding challenges and experiences that help them better understand the world of computer science and the unique problem solving skills required to succeed at it.