Building Excellent Computer Science Programs Across Illinois

Teach quality computer science to positively impact the next generation in Illinois.

Did You Know?

  • Illinois has K-12 computer science standards

  • Illinois requires high schools to offer computer science

  • CodeHS courses are aligned to Illinois computer science standards

  • CodeHS curriculum is free

Illinois Computer Science Stats


  • 6,210 students took the Advanced Placement Computer Science exams in 2018 (3,192 AP CSP A, 3,018 AP CSP); only 25% were female
  • Universities in Illinois only graduated one new teacher prepared to teach computer science in 2016
  • Computer programmers and software developers in Illinois have an average annual salary of $99,013, which is almost double the average state salary at $53,790

Sources: College Board, Code.org, Bureau of Labor Statistics

Vertically-Aligned K-12 Computer Science Pathways

CodeHS pathways are 100% aligned to Illinois computer science standards and can be customized based on a district’s needs. The K-12 curriculum covers elementary block-based interdisciplinary programming lessons all the way to College Board Endorsed AP courses.

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Top-Notch Professional Development

Online & in-person training for teachers to build the knowledge and confidence to teach excellent computer science courses.

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Illinois Policies & Resources

The Illinois State Board of Education passed House Bill 2170 announcing that they adopted K-12 computer science education standards and are requiring all high schools to offer a computer science course by the 2023-24 school year. Learn more here.

Districts are also required to offer students computer literacy opportunities starting in elementary school.

Sources: Illinois Department of Education


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CodeHS Privacy Policy for Illinois

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