Computer Science

Computer Science is more than coding—it's about empowering students to understand and shape a world increasingly driven by technology. By fostering problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking, CS education prepares learners for the future. Instructional Technology Department supports educators with tools, strategies, and inspiration to deliver high-quality, inclusive, and accessible computer science instruction to every student.

Computer Science Standards (K-12)

Computer Science Standards for California Public Schools (K-12)

The Instructional Quality Commission approved and recommended the draft computer science standards on July 26, 2018. The State Board of Education approved the Instructional Quality Commission recommendation and adopted the computer science standards on September 6, 2018. California Department of Education - Computer Science Website

CSTA K-12 Computer Science Standards

The CSTA K–12 Computer Science Standards delineate a core set of learning objectives designed to provide the foundation for a complete computer science curriculum and its implementation at the K–12 level. CSTA Website

Elementary Computer Science (SDUSD STEAM Units)

Kindergarten Units: Robots to the Rescue* | Code Your School*

First Grade Unit: Amazing Apps*

Second Grade Units: eGame Design* | Bee Coders

Third Grade Units: CS+Fables* | CS+Data

Fourth Grade Units: CS+Community* | CS+Earth

Fifth Grade Units: CS+Apps | CS+Future

*Spanish Resources Available