Students in grades Pre-K 5 through 8th Grade engaged in the Hour of Code last week. The focus on technology started out as National Computer Science Week, but has grown into a worldwide initiative with over 329,000,000 students participating over the last 3 years.

Through a video on the Code.org site students first were invited by worldwide professional athletes to give what it takes to become a champion in whatever field they pursue.  They said it won't be easy, but hard work and determination over a long period of time will bring you to your goal.  When asked why so many people from all backgrounds are working to make the Hour of Code reach every student, the students were challenged to think about what God is calling them to use their gifts and talents for in life, and where in our lives do we take the time to listen to what God is telling us. They had to answer the question: when does the consumer become the creator, when do we become active in living out our mission?

The students worked with the pair programming technique to solve various coding challenges. As you can see from the photos, these students are ENGAGED in the learning process.   

Visit www.Code.org,  www.tynker.com, or   www.codeacademy.com to learn more.