CodeVA, a leading nonprofit organization in partnership with the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE), is dedicated to advancing equitable access to high-quality computer science (CS) education across Virginia. Through innovative programs and strategic initiatives, we empower learners with essential CS skills and knowledge, fostering a future-ready workforce and driving internal economic growth throughout the Commonwealth. This report outlines our significant progress during the 2023-2024 fiscal year in advancing CS education through targeted professional development, innovative curriculum resources, and comprehensive support for educators. Our initiatives have successfully integrated CS into K-12 curricula, provided specialized training to move educators toward CS endorsement and deeper capacity for teaching CS, and prepared educators for the upcoming implementation of the updated 2024 Computer Science Standards.

Key accomplishments include delivering 259 hours of professional development to 1,021 educators, engaging 8,500 new users with our instructional and learning materials, and connecting with Virginia’s educators through workshops and sessions at numerous conferences to expand our partnerships and connect educators to CodeVA’s resources and professional learning courses.

While we have made significant progress, challenges remain, particularly in expanding our educator reach in every division of the Commonwealth and providing consistent, ongoing support for the full integration of CS education across all grade levels. Looking ahead, we aim to focus more directly on student engagement by developing innovative programs, such as developing coursework and resources to support after school coding clubs and other extracurricular activities in high demand by schools, to activate CS knowledge and skills into students' everyday learning experiences.

Our 10+ years of support for the state as a partnering nonprofit has established a strong ecosystem of support, demonstrating the effectiveness of CodeVA’s partnerships with educators, school districts, and students. To continue expansion of CS learning opportunities into every school and classroom in Virginia, additional resources will be needed. Reinforcing CodeVA’s capacity to reach learners in every school district in Virginia, developing educator-requested curriculum and course materials, and designing direct student engagement initiatives are at the top of the list of priorities. These efforts will ensure that all students are equipped to meet society's evolving needs, particularly in fields such as AI, data science, and cybersecurity, while preparing the next generation for Virginia’s technology workforces and supporting the innovation, growth, and retention of businesses within our state.