Computer and information technology jobs are growing faster than most other occupations in the United States.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics forecasts an 11% growth in tech jobs from 2019 to 2029. In addition, the median annual wage of $91,250 in those fields is more than double the U.S. median annual salary of $41,950.
Amazon has located a major operations center in Nashville. Oracle may be coming to Middle Tennessee for the largest jobs deal in state history. In addition, major employers from Memphis to Knoxville to Chattanooga whether in logistics, automotive or health care industries are increasingly becoming more tech-focused.
Mehreen Butt, the dean of science and computer science at RePublic High School in Nashville, wants to make sure no child gets left behind with the growth in tech jobs.
Only students in grades 4-12 can learn virtually
MNPS Virtual School has previously only offered courses for students in grades 6 to 12. The district is adding grades 4 and 5 for the 2021-22 school year, but students in kindergarten through second grade will not have distance learning options and will be required to attend school in person.
Students have to meet certain criteria, like being on track academically, to enroll in virtual school
To enroll in virtual school, students must meet certain criteria including having a 2.0 GPA or an overall C average in all courses and have received minimum scores of the district s MAP Assessments in reading and math.
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