Congressman Chuck Fleischmann will visit Hamilton County Schools on Friday to highlight the importance of expanding K-12 computer science education at the local, state and federal levels to ensure all students can successfully compete in the global economy, said officials.
The congressman will begin the day at the Howard School where students will help him code, showcase their computer science work, and discuss their experience in the classroom.
Then, he’ll travel to the Barger Academy of Fine Arts to learn how the elementary school has incorporated computer science into their curriculum.
The congressman will finish at STEM School Chattanooga visiting teachers as they engage in project based learning through virtual reality platforms.
The day will conclude with a round-table discussion involving local teachers, parents and community members who will discuss the impact of computer science education.
The congressman’s visit comes as part of the broader movement to expand access to computer science education.