Interested in SparkNC?

Learners new to high-tech fields see pathways as possible and accessible, with a focus on increasing engagement among learners who do not yet see themselves in tech. They explore tech pathways by interacting with professionals in high-tech jobs, engaging in micro-learning experiences that build technical and durable skills and participating in tech-focused design challenges that strengthen collaboration and communication skills. 

Spark Scholars engage in deeper learning through direct work on high-tech issues with peers and experts in the field while addressing real world challenges. They choose from a menu of learning experiences, or design their own, and develop a professional portfolio of completed projects, all while stacking units toward high-school computer science credit.   

Spark Scholars, leveraging their knowledge and experiences in SparkNC, consider their opportunities and make informed college and career decisions, leverage their networks with high-tech employers and prepare for tech or tech-infused careers of their choice.