Middle School Computer Science involves students learning to code through on-screen block-based websites and using coding manipulatives such various types of robots. 

Students enrolled in a computer science course in this grade band will focus on the following 21st century skills.

• Ability to learn
• Accepting of change
• Ask for and accept help
• Be creative
• Be open-minded
• Collaborate with others
• Exemplify time management
• Follow instructions
• Make connections to industry
• Own mistakes
• Receive feedback
• Resolve conflict
• Respectful of diversity
• Show initiative
• Show patience
• Speak publicly