By Sharisa Chan, TEACH Magazine
I wish everyone could see what I see when students dive into computer science: eyes lighting up, hands flying across keyboards, kids huddled together solving problems, laughter, and plenty of questions!
Back when I was an elementary school teacher—and later a county administrator—I often thought about what I wished my own administrators had known while I was teaching computer science (CS) education across the curriculum. The truth? CS wasn’t just another subject. It was a spark. When I integrated into other academic areas, it lit up my classroom and transformed how students learned everything! I saw them grow, not just academically, but also emotionally, socially, and behaviorally. The connections were undeniable.
Now that I’ve sat on both sides of the table—as a teacher and an administrator—I know how much of a difference it can make when school leaders truly appreciate the power of CS. When they support it, incredible things happen. Teachers feel empowered, students thrive, and learning takes off.
