WV HB2411

Beginning with the 2027-2028 ninth grade class, all West Virginia public high school students must earn one credit in computer science to graduate, with the credit available to be earned in grades 8-12.

"Computer science" is defined as the study of computers, programming, and algorithms—excluding basic digital literacy skills like keyboarding or word processing.

The computer science credit may substitute for one math credit or one personalized education plan credit, and can count toward Career Technical Education if relevant to the student's program of study.

Courses must meet State Board of Education curriculum standards and be offered in traditional classroom settings when feasible, with blended or online options available only when in-person instruction is not possible.

The State Board of Education must publish an approved list of qualifying courses by August 2026 and adopt rules for flexible teacher licensing options to facilitate implementation.