Computer Science drives everything in our daily lives, from our phones, games, music, design, art, the internet, and more! And yet very few students study computer science in high school or college.
There is a shortage in the number of professionals in the computer science field. Computer Science jobs are on the rise, but there are few students studying it in high school and college. Join an AP Computer Science course and be apart of the fastest growing industry in the world.
AP Computer Science Principles
Computer Science Principles introduces students to the foundational concepts of computer science and challenges them to explore how computing and technology can impact the world. More than a traditional introduction to programming, it is a rigorous, engaging, and approachable curriculum that explores many of the foundational ideas of computing so all students understand how these concepts are transforming the world we live in.
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AP Computer Science A
With CSA from Code.org, students will:
Learn in a user-friendly and visually rich multimedia environment
Do software engineering work connected to the real world
Analyze open-source code
Collaboratively develop algorithms
Gain experience writing and making sense of documentation
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AP Computer Science A vs. AP Computer Science Principles
Computer Science A |
Computer Science Principles |
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What it's about |
The fundamentals of programming and problem solving using the JAVA language. | The fundamentals of computing, including problem solving, working with data, understanding the Internet, cybersecurity, and programming. |
Goals |
Developing skills for future study or a career in computer science or other STEM fields. | Broadening your understanding of computer science for use in a diversity of majors and careers. |
The Exam |
One end-of-year exam: multiple choice and free response. |
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Ask your counselor about taking AP Computer Science at VHHS
Talk to your counselor about taking AP Computer Science next year! Also, fill out the interest form to let Mr. Ramstad know you want to take the course.