December 6-12 was Computer Science Education Week which is a time to celebrate computer 
science in K12 education. Holly Springs students participated in Hour of Code throughout the week on various platforms depending on their grade level. The Media Center was the hub for students in Kindergarten through 2nd grade to use the free activities on CodeMonkey’s website while 3rd through 5th grade students accessed free activities on code.org. In addition, young learners can continue to explore these concepts at home by using links in the Media Center Google Classroom.
Media Specialist Kerry Harbin says, "The Hour of Code introduces our students to the basic concepts of coding. At this age, the Hour of Code plants a seed by showcasing the fun and engaging aspects of coding. This activity can spark interest in pursuing computer science education and careers".
Computer science education, or computing education, is the field of teaching and learning the discipline of computer science and computational thinking. This field encompasses a wide range of topics, from basic programming skills to advanced algorithm design and data analysis. The National Association of Colleges and Employers reports that computer science majors are the second most in-demand graduates among employers (behind finance), with two-thirds of the employers surveyed expecting to hire CS graduates.