3rd 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 develop their understanding of algorithms, nested loops, while loops, conditionals, and more.

Ethical Digital Citizenship

Digital Footprint & Identity

From selfies to social media, many of us create unique online identities for ourselves, and our students are no different. But do kids always understand how others might perceive what they post? In this lesson, students will think critically about the online identities they're creating.

Cyberbullying, Digital Drama & Hate Speech

As kids grow, they'll naturally start to communicate more online. But some of what they see could make them feel hurt, sad, angry, or even fearful. In this lesson, students will build empathy for others and learn strategies to use when confronted with cyberbullying.

News & Media Literacy

The web is full of photos, and even videos, that are digitally altered. And it's often hard to tell the difference between what's real and what's fake. In this lesson, students will ask critical questions about why someone might alter a photo or video in the first place.

Privacy & Security

Stronger, more secure online passwords are a good idea for everyone. But how can we help kids create better passwords and actually remember them? In this lesson, students will make passwords that are both secure and memorable.

Media Balance & Well-Being

Teaching digital citizenship is all about helping kids think beyond themselves and recognize the ripple effects of their actions. Personal responsibility is important, but understanding their responsibilities to others can help kids unlock new ways to learn and connect with their communities--and even change those communities for the better.

Relationships & Communication

Belonging to various communities is important for kids' development. In this lesson, students will learn how to strengthen both online and in-person communities by creating norms that everyone pledges to uphold.