HB 1601

Bill Subjects

Abstract

Computer Science Instruction in K-12 Public Schools; Requires computer science courses to be included in Course Code Directory & published on DOE's website; requires Florida Virtual School to offer certain computer science courses; requires school districts to provide instruction in computer science & provide students with access to computer science courses through Florida Virtual School or by other means; requires high school students to be provided opportunities to take certain computer science courses; authorizes elementary & middle schools to establish digital classrooms for specified purposes; provides for bonuses for certain instructional personnel; provides requirements for such bonuses; repeals provisions relating to computer science & technology instruction.