CALIFORNIA LEGISLATURE 20192020 REGULAR SESSION Assembly Bill No. 2274Introduced by Assembly Member BermanFebruary 14, 2020 An act to add Chapter 12 (commencing with Section 52800) to Part 28 of Division 4 of Title 2 of the Education Code, relating to school curriculum. LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGESTAB 2274, as introduced, Berman. School curriculum: computer science: data reporting.Existing law, until July 31, 2020, requires the Superintendent of Public Instruction to convene a computer science strategic implementation advisory panel with a specified membership to develop and submit recommendations for a computer science strategic implementation plan to the Superintendent, the State Board of Education, and the Legislature. Existing law requires the Superintendent to develop, and the state board to consider adopting, a computer science strategic implementation plan on or before July 15, 2019.This bill would require the State Department of Education to annually compile and post on its internet website specified computer science education data from the 201920 school year and each subsequent school year until the department publicly includes the data in its existing data system, or a successor statewide data system, for collecting data on enrollment and achievement in elementary and secondary education, as provided. This bill would require the department to incorporate the computer science education data into a successor statewide data system, when implemented.Digest Key Vote: MAJORITY Appropriation: NO Fiscal Committee: YES Local Program: NO Bill TextThe people of the State of California do enact as follows:SECTION 1. (a) The Legislature finds and declares all of the following:(1) Computer science builds pupils computational, critical thinking, and deeper learning skills, which enables them to understand and create, and not simply use, the next generation of technological tools.(2) Computer science is transforming industry, bolstering productivity in established economic sectors, and driving job creation and innovation throughout our states economy.(3) Providing access to computer science education is a critical step for ensuring that the state remains competitive in the global economy and strengthens its cybersecurity.(4) The outlook for computer science jobs is bright, with over 500,000 open computing positions across the country.(5) Participation in high-quality computer science activities exposes pupils to the rich opportunities the field offers.(6) Computing occupations make up two-thirds of all projected new jobs in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields, making computer science one of the most in-demand college majors.(7) Computer science education has challenges to address, including counting computer science classes toward high school graduation requirements and providing professional development for computer science teachers.(8) There are fewer advanced placement (AP) examinations taken in computer science than in any other STEM subject area.(9) The field of computer science has significant equity barriers to address, including attracting more participation by young women and underrepresented minorities to all levels and branches.(10) Pupil exposure to computer science at a young age has the potential to address the diversity gap in computer science fields.(11) Girls who take an AP computer science course in high school are 10 times more likely to major in computer science in college. African American and Latino pupils who take the course in high school are over seven times more likely to major in computer science in college.(12) Beginning in March 2018, the State Department of Education convened the computer science strategic implementation plan panel to develop a set of recommendations for a computer science strategic implementation plan.(13) In September 2018, the State Board of Education adopted the states first-ever computer science content standards.(14) In May 2019, the State Board of Education adopted the computer science strategic implementation plan, an important initial step in Californias efforts to expand computer science education to all pupils.(15) During the 201920 fiscal year, the Legislature provided funding for training and resources for computer science teachers and established the California Computer Science Coordinator to provide statewide coordination in implementing the computer science content standards, supporting related activities, and leading the implementation of the computer science strategic implementation plan.(b) It is the intent of the Legislature to build off of the recent developments in computer science with the goal of supporting Californias commitment to equity to ensure that all pupils regardless of gender, race and ethnicity, special education status, English language learner status, and socioeconomic status have access to computer science education. It is further the intent of the Legislature that computer science education data be publicly reported to help devise targeted and effective policy solutions to close equity gaps.SEC. 2. Chapter 12 (commencing with Section 52800) is added to Part 28 of Division 4 of Title 2 of the Education Code, to read: CHAPTER 12. Computer Science Data Reporting52800. (a) The department shall annually compile and post on its internet website data on computer science courses and curriculum aligned to the computer science content standards adopted by the state board from the 2019-20 school year and each subsequent school year until the department publicly includes the data in its existing data system, or a successor statewide data system, for collecting data on enrollment and achievement in elementary and secondary education. The data shall include, but is not limited to, all of the following:(1) The total number of computer science courses or programs offered in each school, including advanced placement computer science courses and information regarding the nature of the computer science courses or programs.(2) The number and percentage of individual pupils who enrolled in a computer science program, disaggregated by gender, race and ethnicity, special education status, English language learner status, eligibility for free and reduced-price meals, and grade level.(3) The number of computer science teachers at each school, disaggregated by certification, if applicable, gender, and the highest postsecondary degree awarded to the teacher.(b) The computer science education data shall be compiled from data the department receives from local educational agencies through existing reporting.(c) When the department implements a successor statewide data system for collecting data on enrollment and achievement in elementary and secondary education, the department shall incorporate the computer science education data into that system.
CALIFORNIA LEGISLATURE 20192020 REGULAR SESSION Assembly Bill No. 2274Introduced by Assembly Member BermanFebruary 14, 2020 An act to add Chapter 12 (commencing with Section 52800) to Part 28 of Division 4 of Title 2 of the Education Code, relating to school curriculum. LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGESTAB 2274, as introduced, Berman. School curriculum: computer science: data reporting.Existing law, until July 31, 2020, requires the Superintendent of Public Instruction to convene a computer science strategic implementation advisory panel with a specified membership to develop and submit recommendations for a computer science strategic implementation plan to the Superintendent, the State Board of Education, and the Legislature. Existing law requires the Superintendent to develop, and the state board to consider adopting, a computer science strategic implementation plan on or before July 15, 2019.This bill would require the State Department of Education to annually compile and post on its internet website specified computer science education data from the 201920 school year and each subsequent school year until the department publicly includes the data in its existing data system, or a successor statewide data system, for collecting data on enrollment and achievement in elementary and secondary education, as provided. This bill would require the department to incorporate the computer science education data into a successor statewide data system, when implemented.Digest Key Vote: MAJORITY Appropriation: NO Fiscal Committee: YES Local Program: NO
CALIFORNIA LEGISLATURE 20192020 REGULAR SESSION
Assembly Bill
No. 2274
Introduced by Assembly Member BermanFebruary 14, 2020
Introduced by Assembly Member Berman
February 14, 2020
An act to add Chapter 12 (commencing with Section 52800) to Part 28 of Division 4 of Title 2 of the Education Code, relating to school curriculum.
LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGEST
## LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGEST
AB 2274, as introduced, Berman. School curriculum: computer science: data reporting.
Existing law, until July 31, 2020, requires the Superintendent of Public Instruction to convene a computer science strategic implementation advisory panel with a specified membership to develop and submit recommendations for a computer science strategic implementation plan to the Superintendent, the State Board of Education, and the Legislature. Existing law requires the Superintendent to develop, and the state board to consider adopting, a computer science strategic implementation plan on or before July 15, 2019.This bill would require the State Department of Education to annually compile and post on its internet website specified computer science education data from the 201920 school year and each subsequent school year until the department publicly includes the data in its existing data system, or a successor statewide data system, for collecting data on enrollment and achievement in elementary and secondary education, as provided. This bill would require the department to incorporate the computer science education data into a successor statewide data system, when implemented.
Existing law, until July 31, 2020, requires the Superintendent of Public Instruction to convene a computer science strategic implementation advisory panel with a specified membership to develop and submit recommendations for a computer science strategic implementation plan to the Superintendent, the State Board of Education, and the Legislature. Existing law requires the Superintendent to develop, and the state board to consider adopting, a computer science strategic implementation plan on or before July 15, 2019.
This bill would require the State Department of Education to annually compile and post on its internet website specified computer science education data from the 201920 school year and each subsequent school year until the department publicly includes the data in its existing data system, or a successor statewide data system, for collecting data on enrollment and achievement in elementary and secondary education, as provided. This bill would require the department to incorporate the computer science education data into a successor statewide data system, when implemented.
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## Bill Text
The people of the State of California do enact as follows:SECTION 1. (a) The Legislature finds and declares all of the following:(1) Computer science builds pupils computational, critical thinking, and deeper learning skills, which enables them to understand and create, and not simply use, the next generation of technological tools.(2) Computer science is transforming industry, bolstering productivity in established economic sectors, and driving job creation and innovation throughout our states economy.(3) Providing access to computer science education is a critical step for ensuring that the state remains competitive in the global economy and strengthens its cybersecurity.(4) The outlook for computer science jobs is bright, with over 500,000 open computing positions across the country.(5) Participation in high-quality computer science activities exposes pupils to the rich opportunities the field offers.(6) Computing occupations make up two-thirds of all projected new jobs in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields, making computer science one of the most in-demand college majors.(7) Computer science education has challenges to address, including counting computer science classes toward high school graduation requirements and providing professional development for computer science teachers.(8) There are fewer advanced placement (AP) examinations taken in computer science than in any other STEM subject area.(9) The field of computer science has significant equity barriers to address, including attracting more participation by young women and underrepresented minorities to all levels and branches.(10) Pupil exposure to computer science at a young age has the potential to address the diversity gap in computer science fields.(11) Girls who take an AP computer science course in high school are 10 times more likely to major in computer science in college. African American and Latino pupils who take the course in high school are over seven times more likely to major in computer science in college.(12) Beginning in March 2018, the State Department of Education convened the computer science strategic implementation plan panel to develop a set of recommendations for a computer science strategic implementation plan.(13) In September 2018, the State Board of Education adopted the states first-ever computer science content standards.(14) In May 2019, the State Board of Education adopted the computer science strategic implementation plan, an important initial step in Californias efforts to expand computer science education to all pupils.(15) During the 201920 fiscal year, the Legislature provided funding for training and resources for computer science teachers and established the California Computer Science Coordinator to provide statewide coordination in implementing the computer science content standards, supporting related activities, and leading the implementation of the computer science strategic implementation plan.(b) It is the intent of the Legislature to build off of the recent developments in computer science with the goal of supporting Californias commitment to equity to ensure that all pupils regardless of gender, race and ethnicity, special education status, English language learner status, and socioeconomic status have access to computer science education. It is further the intent of the Legislature that computer science education data be publicly reported to help devise targeted and effective policy solutions to close equity gaps.SEC. 2. Chapter 12 (commencing with Section 52800) is added to Part 28 of Division 4 of Title 2 of the Education Code, to read: CHAPTER 12. Computer Science Data Reporting52800. (a) The department shall annually compile and post on its internet website data on computer science courses and curriculum aligned to the computer science content standards adopted by the state board from the 2019-20 school year and each subsequent school year until the department publicly includes the data in its existing data system, or a successor statewide data system, for collecting data on enrollment and achievement in elementary and secondary education. The data shall include, but is not limited to, all of the following:(1) The total number of computer science courses or programs offered in each school, including advanced placement computer science courses and information regarding the nature of the computer science courses or programs.(2) The number and percentage of individual pupils who enrolled in a computer science program, disaggregated by gender, race and ethnicity, special education status, English language learner status, eligibility for free and reduced-price meals, and grade level.(3) The number of computer science teachers at each school, disaggregated by certification, if applicable, gender, and the highest postsecondary degree awarded to the teacher.(b) The computer science education data shall be compiled from data the department receives from local educational agencies through existing reporting.(c) When the department implements a successor statewide data system for collecting data on enrollment and achievement in elementary and secondary education, the department shall incorporate the computer science education data into that system.
The people of the State of California do enact as follows:
## The people of the State of California do enact as follows:
SECTION 1. (a) The Legislature finds and declares all of the following:(1) Computer science builds pupils computational, critical thinking, and deeper learning skills, which enables them to understand and create, and not simply use, the next generation of technological tools.(2) Computer science is transforming industry, bolstering productivity in established economic sectors, and driving job creation and innovation throughout our states economy.(3) Providing access to computer science education is a critical step for ensuring that the state remains competitive in the global economy and strengthens its cybersecurity.(4) The outlook for computer science jobs is bright, with over 500,000 open computing positions across the country.(5) Participation in high-quality computer science activities exposes pupils to the rich opportunities the field offers.(6) Computing occupations make up two-thirds of all projected new jobs in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields, making computer science one of the most in-demand college majors.(7) Computer science education has challenges to address, including counting computer science classes toward high school graduation requirements and providing professional development for computer science teachers.(8) There are fewer advanced placement (AP) examinations taken in computer science than in any other STEM subject area.(9) The field of computer science has significant equity barriers to address, including attracting more participation by young women and underrepresented minorities to all levels and branches.(10) Pupil exposure to computer science at a young age has the potential to address the diversity gap in computer science fields.(11) Girls who take an AP computer science course in high school are 10 times more likely to major in computer science in college. African American and Latino pupils who take the course in high school are over seven times more likely to major in computer science in college.(12) Beginning in March 2018, the State Department of Education convened the computer science strategic implementation plan panel to develop a set of recommendations for a computer science strategic implementation plan.(13) In September 2018, the State Board of Education adopted the states first-ever computer science content standards.(14) In May 2019, the State Board of Education adopted the computer science strategic implementation plan, an important initial step in Californias efforts to expand computer science education to all pupils.(15) During the 201920 fiscal year, the Legislature provided funding for training and resources for computer science teachers and established the California Computer Science Coordinator to provide statewide coordination in implementing the computer science content standards, supporting related activities, and leading the implementation of the computer science strategic implementation plan.(b) It is the intent of the Legislature to build off of the recent developments in computer science with the goal of supporting Californias commitment to equity to ensure that all pupils regardless of gender, race and ethnicity, special education status, English language learner status, and socioeconomic status have access to computer science education. It is further the intent of the Legislature that computer science education data be publicly reported to help devise targeted and effective policy solutions to close equity gaps.
SECTION 1. (a) The Legislature finds and declares all of the following:(1) Computer science builds pupils computational, critical thinking, and deeper learning skills, which enables them to understand and create, and not simply use, the next generation of technological tools.(2) Computer science is transforming industry, bolstering productivity in established economic sectors, and driving job creation and innovation throughout our states economy.(3) Providing access to computer science education is a critical step for ensuring that the state remains competitive in the global economy and strengthens its cybersecurity.(4) The outlook for computer science jobs is bright, with over 500,000 open computing positions across the country.(5) Participation in high-quality computer science activities exposes pupils to the rich opportunities the field offers.(6) Computing occupations make up two-thirds of all projected new jobs in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields, making computer science one of the most in-demand college majors.(7) Computer science education has challenges to address, including counting computer science classes toward high school graduation requirements and providing professional development for computer science teachers.(8) There are fewer advanced placement (AP) examinations taken in computer science than in any other STEM subject area.(9) The field of computer science has significant equity barriers to address, including attracting more participation by young women and underrepresented minorities to all levels and branches.(10) Pupil exposure to computer science at a young age has the potential to address the diversity gap in computer science fields.(11) Girls who take an AP computer science course in high school are 10 times more likely to major in computer science in college. African American and Latino pupils who take the course in high school are over seven times more likely to major in computer science in college.(12) Beginning in March 2018, the State Department of Education convened the computer science strategic implementation plan panel to develop a set of recommendations for a computer science strategic implementation plan.(13) In September 2018, the State Board of Education adopted the states first-ever computer science content standards.(14) In May 2019, the State Board of Education adopted the computer science strategic implementation plan, an important initial step in Californias efforts to expand computer science education to all pupils.(15) During the 201920 fiscal year, the Legislature provided funding for training and resources for computer science teachers and established the California Computer Science Coordinator to provide statewide coordination in implementing the computer science content standards, supporting related activities, and leading the implementation of the computer science strategic implementation plan.(b) It is the intent of the Legislature to build off of the recent developments in computer science with the goal of supporting Californias commitment to equity to ensure that all pupils regardless of gender, race and ethnicity, special education status, English language learner status, and socioeconomic status have access to computer science education. It is further the intent of the Legislature that computer science education data be publicly reported to help devise targeted and effective policy solutions to close equity gaps.
SECTION 1. (a) The Legislature finds and declares all of the following:
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(1) Computer science builds pupils computational, critical thinking, and deeper learning skills, which enables them to understand and create, and not simply use, the next generation of technological tools.
(2) Computer science is transforming industry, bolstering productivity in established economic sectors, and driving job creation and innovation throughout our states economy.
(3) Providing access to computer science education is a critical step for ensuring that the state remains competitive in the global economy and strengthens its cybersecurity.
(4) The outlook for computer science jobs is bright, with over 500,000 open computing positions across the country.
(5) Participation in high-quality computer science activities exposes pupils to the rich opportunities the field offers.
(6) Computing occupations make up two-thirds of all projected new jobs in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields, making computer science one of the most in-demand college majors.
(7) Computer science education has challenges to address, including counting computer science classes toward high school graduation requirements and providing professional development for computer science teachers.
(8) There are fewer advanced placement (AP) examinations taken in computer science than in any other STEM subject area.
(9) The field of computer science has significant equity barriers to address, including attracting more participation by young women and underrepresented minorities to all levels and branches.
(10) Pupil exposure to computer science at a young age has the potential to address the diversity gap in computer science fields.
(11) Girls who take an AP computer science course in high school are 10 times more likely to major in computer science in college. African American and Latino pupils who take the course in high school are over seven times more likely to major in computer science in college.
(12) Beginning in March 2018, the State Department of Education convened the computer science strategic implementation plan panel to develop a set of recommendations for a computer science strategic implementation plan.
(13) In September 2018, the State Board of Education adopted the states first-ever computer science content standards.
(14) In May 2019, the State Board of Education adopted the computer science strategic implementation plan, an important initial step in Californias efforts to expand computer science education to all pupils.
(15) During the 201920 fiscal year, the Legislature provided funding for training and resources for computer science teachers and established the California Computer Science Coordinator to provide statewide coordination in implementing the computer science content standards, supporting related activities, and leading the implementation of the computer science strategic implementation plan.
(b) It is the intent of the Legislature to build off of the recent developments in computer science with the goal of supporting Californias commitment to equity to ensure that all pupils regardless of gender, race and ethnicity, special education status, English language learner status, and socioeconomic status have access to computer science education. It is further the intent of the Legislature that computer science education data be publicly reported to help devise targeted and effective policy solutions to close equity gaps.
SEC. 2. Chapter 12 (commencing with Section 52800) is added to Part 28 of Division 4 of Title 2 of the Education Code, to read: CHAPTER 12. Computer Science Data Reporting52800. (a) The department shall annually compile and post on its internet website data on computer science courses and curriculum aligned to the computer science content standards adopted by the state board from the 2019-20 school year and each subsequent school year until the department publicly includes the data in its existing data system, or a successor statewide data system, for collecting data on enrollment and achievement in elementary and secondary education. The data shall include, but is not limited to, all of the following:(1) The total number of computer science courses or programs offered in each school, including advanced placement computer science courses and information regarding the nature of the computer science courses or programs.(2) The number and percentage of individual pupils who enrolled in a computer science program, disaggregated by gender, race and ethnicity, special education status, English language learner status, eligibility for free and reduced-price meals, and grade level.(3) The number of computer science teachers at each school, disaggregated by certification, if applicable, gender, and the highest postsecondary degree awarded to the teacher.(b) The computer science education data shall be compiled from data the department receives from local educational agencies through existing reporting.(c) When the department implements a successor statewide data system for collecting data on enrollment and achievement in elementary and secondary education, the department shall incorporate the computer science education data into that system.
SEC. 2. Chapter 12 (commencing with Section 52800) is added to Part 28 of Division 4 of Title 2 of the Education Code, to read:
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CHAPTER 12. Computer Science Data Reporting52800. (a) The department shall annually compile and post on its internet website data on computer science courses and curriculum aligned to the computer science content standards adopted by the state board from the 2019-20 school year and each subsequent school year until the department publicly includes the data in its existing data system, or a successor statewide data system, for collecting data on enrollment and achievement in elementary and secondary education. The data shall include, but is not limited to, all of the following:(1) The total number of computer science courses or programs offered in each school, including advanced placement computer science courses and information regarding the nature of the computer science courses or programs.(2) The number and percentage of individual pupils who enrolled in a computer science program, disaggregated by gender, race and ethnicity, special education status, English language learner status, eligibility for free and reduced-price meals, and grade level.(3) The number of computer science teachers at each school, disaggregated by certification, if applicable, gender, and the highest postsecondary degree awarded to the teacher.(b) The computer science education data shall be compiled from data the department receives from local educational agencies through existing reporting.(c) When the department implements a successor statewide data system for collecting data on enrollment and achievement in elementary and secondary education, the department shall incorporate the computer science education data into that system.
CHAPTER 12. Computer Science Data Reporting52800. (a) The department shall annually compile and post on its internet website data on computer science courses and curriculum aligned to the computer science content standards adopted by the state board from the 2019-20 school year and each subsequent school year until the department publicly includes the data in its existing data system, or a successor statewide data system, for collecting data on enrollment and achievement in elementary and secondary education. The data shall include, but is not limited to, all of the following:(1) The total number of computer science courses or programs offered in each school, including advanced placement computer science courses and information regarding the nature of the computer science courses or programs.(2) The number and percentage of individual pupils who enrolled in a computer science program, disaggregated by gender, race and ethnicity, special education status, English language learner status, eligibility for free and reduced-price meals, and grade level.(3) The number of computer science teachers at each school, disaggregated by certification, if applicable, gender, and the highest postsecondary degree awarded to the teacher.(b) The computer science education data shall be compiled from data the department receives from local educational agencies through existing reporting.(c) When the department implements a successor statewide data system for collecting data on enrollment and achievement in elementary and secondary education, the department shall incorporate the computer science education data into that system.
CHAPTER 12. Computer Science Data Reporting
CHAPTER 12. Computer Science Data Reporting
52800. (a) The department shall annually compile and post on its internet website data on computer science courses and curriculum aligned to the computer science content standards adopted by the state board from the 2019-20 school year and each subsequent school year until the department publicly includes the data in its existing data system, or a successor statewide data system, for collecting data on enrollment and achievement in elementary and secondary education. The data shall include, but is not limited to, all of the following:(1) The total number of computer science courses or programs offered in each school, including advanced placement computer science courses and information regarding the nature of the computer science courses or programs.(2) The number and percentage of individual pupils who enrolled in a computer science program, disaggregated by gender, race and ethnicity, special education status, English language learner status, eligibility for free and reduced-price meals, and grade level.(3) The number of computer science teachers at each school, disaggregated by certification, if applicable, gender, and the highest postsecondary degree awarded to the teacher.(b) The computer science education data shall be compiled from data the department receives from local educational agencies through existing reporting.(c) When the department implements a successor statewide data system for collecting data on enrollment and achievement in elementary and secondary education, the department shall incorporate the computer science education data into that system.
52800. (a) The department shall annually compile and post on its internet website data on computer science courses and curriculum aligned to the computer science content standards adopted by the state board from the 2019-20 school year and each subsequent school year until the department publicly includes the data in its existing data system, or a successor statewide data system, for collecting data on enrollment and achievement in elementary and secondary education. The data shall include, but is not limited to, all of the following:
(1) The total number of computer science courses or programs offered in each school, including advanced placement computer science courses and information regarding the nature of the computer science courses or programs.
(2) The number and percentage of individual pupils who enrolled in a computer science program, disaggregated by gender, race and ethnicity, special education status, English language learner status, eligibility for free and reduced-price meals, and grade level.
(3) The number of computer science teachers at each school, disaggregated by certification, if applicable, gender, and the highest postsecondary degree awarded to the teacher.
(b) The computer science education data shall be compiled from data the department receives from local educational agencies through existing reporting.
(c) When the department implements a successor statewide data system for collecting data on enrollment and achievement in elementary and secondary education, the department shall incorporate the computer science education data into that system.