April 14, 2021
Wind River High School students Baylee Shoopman (left) and Josh Lacock work with arduinos in James Cunningham’s computer science class. An arduino is a small computer that has inputs and outputs. Cunningham was one of 24 Wyoming K-8 teachers or librarians who participated in the first cohort of the WySLICE program, designed to integrate computer science teaching into their classes by the 2022-23 school year, per a mandate by the Wyoming Legislature. (James Cunningham Photo)
Some Wyoming K-8 teachers and librarians already have a leg up in preparation for offering computer science education in their schools come fall 2022, when it will be required. And they have the Wyoming Hub for Computer Science Outreach at the University of Wyoming to thank.
Reaction as children across Nottinghamshire head back to school
The return is the first step of the roadmap out of lockdown
Kelly Beedasworth, 38,with Damell 5 at Mellers Primary School (Image: Nottingham Post/Marie Wilson)
After more than two months of studying at home during the winter lockdown, children across Nottinghamshire are heading back to school today (March 8).
Most primary schools are expected to be open for all children on Monday, while secondary schools will have a phased return this week so Covid tests can be carried out.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson hailed the return as an important first step towards a sense of normality .
Excitement and relief for parents as primary schools reopen in Nottinghamshire You have to think about children’s mental state
Joanne Gerrard and Madison Gerrard 8 with Julia Holmes and Cherry Parr 9 (Image: Nottingham Post/Marie Wilson)
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