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FL S0780
Bill
Status
Failed
5/5/2023
Primary Sponsor
Education Pre-K -12
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AI Summary
- Defines "computer science" and "computational thinking" in Florida statute and requires computer science courses to be listed in the Course Code Directory and on the Department of Education's website
- Requires every public middle and high school to provide computer science instruction, while elementary schools may do so optionally; districts that do not offer courses directly must provide access through Florida Virtual School or other department-approved means
- High school students must be given opportunities to take computer science courses that lead to technology-related industry certifications and satisfy mathematics or science graduation credit requirements
- Subject to legislative appropriation, the Department of Education must fund professional development for instructional personnel to earn computer science educator certificates or technology-related industry certifications
- Provides annual bonuses of $1,000 for instructional personnel holding a computer science educator certificate and $500 for those holding an associated industry certification, payable for up to 3 years of teaching identified computer science courses, contingent on effective or highly effective performance evaluations
Legislative Description
Computer Science Instruction in K-12 Public Schools
Last Action
Died in Appropriations Committee on Education
5/5/2023
Committee Referrals
Appropriations Subcommittee on Education4/5/2023
Full Bill Text
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