2nd Grade

Computer Science Fundamentals

Computer science prepares all learners to be active and informed contributors to our ever evolving technical world. Computer science can be life-changing. While coding, our students are engaged in learning that is relevant to their lives, we feed into their curiosity, and support them in critical thinking skills, and creativity.

During our time together, the teacher's role is not one of being the source of knowledge, but rather the leader in seeking knowledge. As for our students, they will explore concepts and build their understandings through various physical and online activities. Off of the computer, our learners will collaborate and communicate during games, discussions, and creative tasks. When programming on computers, students are encouraged to share ideas or work collaboratively as pair programmers. The goal is to develop a common foundation upon which all learners can understand computer science concepts, regardless of prior experience.

Our coders will create programs with sequencing, loops, and events. They will investigate problem-solving techniques and develop strategies for building positive communities both online and offline.

Ethical Digital Citizenship

Digital Footprint & Identity

In this lesson, students explore the amazing possibilities that come with using technology. They'll also learn from the Digital Citizens, who take a pledge to be safe, responsible, and respectful when traveling through the online world.

Cyberbullying, Digital Drama & Hate Speech

The internet is filled with all kinds of interesting people, but sometimes, some of them can be mean to each other. With this role play, students will understand why it's often easier to be mean online than in person, and how to deal with online meanness when they see it.

News & Media Literacy

With so much information at our fingertips, students learn what it means to "give credit" when using content they find online. Taking on the role of a detective, students learn why it's important to give credit and the right ways to do it when they use words, images, or ideas that belong to others.

Privacy & Security

Staying safe online is a lot like staying safe in the real world. By helping a Digital Citizen sign up for a new app, students learn about the kinds of information they should keep to themselves when they use the internet--just as they would with a stranger in person.

Media Balance & Well-Being

Technology use isn't always a distraction, but there are definitely times when it's best to keep devices away. In this lesson, students learn when it's appropriate to use technology and when it's not--and practice making family rules for device-free time at home.

Relationships & Communication

We are all connected to the internet! By learning the Rings of Responsibility, students explore how the internet connects us to people in our community and throughout the world. In this lesson, students will learn to think critically about the different ways they connect with others, both in person and online.