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K-12 Computer Science Pathways

CodeHS offers fully customizable K-12 computer science pathways to fit the needs of every district. Pathways are designed to align with state standards and national standards covering various computer science, programming, and CTE related topics.

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K-5 Computer Science Pathway

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K-5 Digital Literacy & AI Pathway

Students learn block-based coding and build their digital literacy across this elementary pathway. This pathway is designed for schools that have a designated computer science teacher who meets with students on a weekly basis.

Students learn to code with integrated lessons that apply computational thinking to math, science, ELA, and social studies. This pathway designed for schools that integrate computer science into the core classroom to be taught by a grade-level teacher.

The Digital Literacy & AI pathway introduces students to essential digital skills and foundational computer science concepts needed to thrive in today's technology-driven world.

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Kindergarten Computer Science

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1st Grade Computer Science

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Computer Science Explorations

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Digital Citizenship in Middle School

Students are introduced to various topics in CS, including: text-based coding languages, web design, digital citizenship, networks, and game design. In the final year of this pathway, students take an introductory coding course in Python that will prepare them for high school CS courses.

Students learn how to code in a text-based environment and are introduced to the basics of coding in Python across three courses.

Middle School pathway focused on building digital citizenship and digital literacy skills

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This pathway is designed to prepare students for AP Computer Science Principles, AP Cybersecurity and AP Computer Science A.

This is a high school pathway designed for students who are interested in pursuing a career in Cybersecurity.

Students are introduced to programming in Python, and over four years learn advanced applications of the language.

Students will learn web development and create full stack web sites and mobile applications

This pathway is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a career in game development.

The CodeHS Artificial Intelligence Pathway is a sequence of courses designed for high school students to explore and understand how Artificial Intelligence operates. Through engaging projects and interactive lessons, students learn how AI works, explore real-world applications, and consider the ethical implications of intelligent systems.

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Introduction to Computer Science in JavaScript (Corgi)

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AP Computer Science Principles in Python

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Introduction to Python Programming

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Data Structures in C++

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FAQ
K-12 Computer Science Pathway FAQ

Does CodeHS offer a complete K-12 computer science pathway?

Yes. CodeHS offers a full K-12 computer science pathway with a course for every grade — for example, block-based coding in elementary school, Python in middle school, and AP Computer Science in high school — plus many more choices in a comprehensive catalog, so students build skills on the same platform year after year.

What does the elementary part of the K-12 pathway include?

The elementary portion includes grade-by-grade computer science courses for kindergarten through 5th grade. Students learn block-based coding with Scratch and ScratchJr, computational thinking, and digital literacy through ready-to-teach, project-based lessons — building the foundation for the text-based programming they'll do in CodeHS middle and high school courses.

Can our district customize a K-12 pathway?

Yes. CodeHS pathways are fully customizable. Districts can start from a recommended sequence and swap in courses that fit their goals — like cybersecurity, web design, game development, or AI — and the CodeHS team works directly with schools and districts to design the pathway that best fits their needs.

Are CodeHS pathways aligned to state standards?

Yes. CodeHS offers state-specific pathways and courses aligned to state computer science standards, with elementary, middle, and high school sequences for states like California, Florida, Georgia, New York, and Utah. Choose your state on this page to see the recommended standards-aligned pathway.

How does the K-12 pathway prepare students for AP Computer Science?

Students work up to AP gradually: elementary and middle school courses build computational thinking and early programming skills, then introductory high school courses in Python or JavaScript lead into AP Computer Science Principles and AP Computer Science A. CodeHS is a College Board-endorsed provider for both AP courses.

Design Your Computer Science Pathway

Our goal is to work with schools and districts to develop the pathway that best fits their needs. Contact us to learn more and implement a computer science curriculum pathway at your school or district.

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