Louisiana Act 541 (2022), the Computer Science Education Act, establishes the Computer Science Education Advisory Commission (CSEAC) to provide recommendations to the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education through the Department of Education for the development and implementation of a state action plan for the delivery of education in computer science in all public schools. These meeting materials are now archived on the advisory council webpage.
On October 11, 2023, the Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) received CSEAC’s report and directed the Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE) to begin the process of creating a state plan for computer science education.
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Computer Science Implementation Resource Materials
Louisiana's Vision for Computer Science
Louisiana’s vision for K-12 Computer Science Education is to increase digital literacy skills through engagement with a progression of computer science concepts and experiences which prepare all students for success in society and future career opportunities.2025-2026 Computer Science Technology Assistance Grant (CSTAG) Available
School systems can now apply for the 2025-2026 Computer Science Technical Assistance Grant (CSTAG) via eGMS. This grant allows for awards up to $40,000 per system, with reporting and reimbursement handled through eGMS.Computer Science K-12 Standards Writing Committee
The K-12 Computer Science Standards Writing Committee has successfully developed Louisiana’s new computer science standards. The Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) received the standards on October 9, 2024. The public comment draft is available for reference until the formal draft is finalized.K-8 STEM and Computer Science Resource Approval Process
Submissions for middle school exploratory computer science course resources must be submitted through the K-8 STEM/CS Resource Approval Process. This process ensures that students and teachers in grades K-8 have access to high-quality instructional resources for STEM and computer science education in Louisiana.
The approval process evaluates K-8 STEM resources based on the criteria outlined in the Quality STEM Implementation Guide, ensuring alignment with Louisiana STEM Pathways and other STEM courses offered in grades 9-12. Resources submitted for approval as middle school exploratory computer science courses must align with the 6-8 Louisiana Student Standards for Computer Science.