The College of New Jersey in Ewing has received a $300,000 grant from the state to establish a regional Computer Science Learning Hub. This will provide professional development for teachers and school administrators, with the aim of increasing the number of qualified educators from diverse backgrounds to teach computer science and ensuring equitable access to computer science for all students.
The announcement was made by Governor Phil Murphy and Acting Education Commissioner Kevin Dehmer, who also announced that $1.79 million was allocated for two grants aimed at expanding computer science education in schools. One grant will support 27 school districts and charter schools in establishing or expanding high-quality computer science courses for high school students. The other grant will fund three Computer Science Hubs for teacher training, operated by three colleges and universities.
New Jersey is seen as a hub for innovation in schools, with the necessary talent, infrastructure, and job market to support student opportunities across the state. Governor Murphy emphasized the importance of preparing New Jersey students for success in today’s technology-driven economy, stating that the grants will provide greater access to quality computer science education.
