SCRIPT Workshops

School CSforAll Resource & Implementation Planning Tools (SCRIPT)

SCRIPT is a 2-day workshop that guides participants in the creation of personalized, district-specific CS4RI implementation plans through collaborative self-assessment of local needs, capacity, and goals for computer science education. District teams work together through facilitator-led exercises that focus on:

1. Developing and expanding district CS vision;

2. Accessing CS materials and curriculum;

3. Pathway planning and goal setting;

4. Building and supporting teacher capacity; and

5. Networking with partners and community.

Workshop materials include planning tools and rubrics that will help attendees assess, prioritize, and develop realistic plans that reflect the unique needs and goals at the local level. 

At the end of the 2-day workshop, district teams have an action plan that will identify 3- and 6-month goals as well as establish a long-term plan for developing pathways for students.   

Additionally, participants will learn about: 

• The recently endorsed Rhode Island Computer Science Education Standards;

• The CS curricula that are available through the CS4RI matrix partners; and

• Specific strategies for broadening participation in computer science.

A districtwide plan is developed during the workshop. With this in mind, successful teams have recruited a 4-6 person team that includes district leadership (superintendent or assistant superintendent), curriculum developers (district level coordinators), school leadership (principals or assistant principals), and teachers from different level schools (elementary, middle, or high).