Code Kids Rock Mission

Code Kids Rock is on a mission to expose youth from under-resourced communities to code & sTEM tech-ed Opportunities.

Here are some stats to help you understand why this program is so important.

  • There will be 1 million more computing jobs than students over the next 10 years (adding up to $500 billion in salaries)

  • More than 50 percent of all projected math and science occupations are in computing occupations.

  • Computing occupations are among the highest-paying jobs for new graduates. Yet fewer than 3% of college students graduate with a degree in computer science.

  • In 36 states, computer science classes don’t count toward math or science high school graduation requirements.

  • A.P. Computer Science is taught in only 5% of U.S. high schools

  • Fewer than 20 percent of AP Computer Science students are women. Fewer than 10% are Black/African American and Hispanic/Latino.

 

Every student should have the opportunity to learn computer science. Basic programming activities help nurture creativity and problem solving skills. By starting early, students will have a foundation for success in any future career path.