Artificial Intelligence and Computer Science

We believe all K-12 students deserve access to high-quality and inclusive computer science education in order to build awareness and readiness for future careers, social mobility, and individual expression. Our CS for all goals are:

• Improve equity and access to computer science education for all students

• Develop students as learners, users, and creators of computer science knowledge & artifacts

• Develop student understanding of the role of computing in the world around them

• Provide students with the knowledge and skills for future and current careers

What does K12 Computer Science look like in Gwinnett County Public Schools?

In alignment with Georgia Senate Bill 108, GCPS Portrait of a Graduate, and GCPS Blueprint for the Future, all GCPS schools will offer computer science courses and relevant experiences outside of the classroom. Currently, 100% of K-12 cluster schools offer computer science programs. We will continue to develop plans to increase access so that all students can participate in computer science courses. CS learning is collaborative, creative, and real-world problem-based. Learning focuses on five main content categories across the K-12 spectrum:

AI is rapidly changing industries and how we interact. To be prepared for the college and career opportunities of today and the future, students must be AI-Ready. AI-Readiness ensures that students can thrive in their futures. Students are learning to be ethical and responsible users, developers, and decision-makers of AI.

What does AI-Future Readiness look like in Gwinnett County Public Schools?

GCPS is focused on ensuring that each and every student is prepared for their future. In addition to our district wide Computer Science for All program, we launched a K-12 AI Ready pilot in the Seckinger cluster of schools in 2019. AI Ready learning includes both discrete and embedded AI learning experiences to build literacy and technical skills related to AI. All K-12 students in the pilot experience embedded AI-Ready learning across content areas through the lens of the AI Learning Framework. High school students have the option to participate in the three-course discrete AI pathway, which dives beyond literacy to rigorous technical learning for those students interested in an AI developer career. GCPS is committed to innovation and excellence to prepare students for their futures.