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Timeline to implement coding as part of the core technology curriculum
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Seek out forward-thinking stakeholders to participate in a task force/committee to begin implementation.
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Meet with task force to create a refined action plan for implementation, including budget restrictions, district approval, training, and data analysis. To include rules and timeline for a "coding fair."
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Refine and finalize action plan and set final timeline.
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Present the staff with action plan and current data on implications of coding for students.
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Meet with ASB to coordinate events to kickoff Hour of Code.
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Task force team members and volunteer staff begin piloting programs Scratch, Code Academy, and Made with Code by Google.
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Meet with task force to discuss progress of pilot program. Finalize Coding Fair.
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Meet with staff during PLC to listen and learn for shared values/concerns.
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Meet with task force to revise action plan based on data collected from PLC meetings. Discuss progress with implementation.
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Meet with ASB to finalize details for Hour of Code Kickoff and Assembly. Discuss Coding Fair.
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Hold staff professional development on coding programs, Hour of Code, and results of piloted programs.
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Hold site assembly for Hour of Code.
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Professional development and co-planning on coding programs. Details for Coding Fair to be discussed, materials distributed.
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Bring in consultant for professional development for staff.
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Major debrief, updates, revisions, and future implications for implementation.
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Projects to be student created similar to that of a science fair.
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Schoolwide Coding Fair
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Debrief, set action plan for full implementation for 2020-2021 school year. Include new task force members, budget, district implications, staff training, and student engagement.
