The San Francisco Unified School District adopted a resolution this week to expand Computer Science classes, citing that the knowledge and skills learned in those classes will help students understand underlying technologies they will faced in any profession.

According to the press release:

“Information technology is now the fastest growing job sector in San Francisco, but too few students currently have access to learn the Computer Science skills that are crucial for such careers,” said Board President Emily Murase. “We are proud to be at the forefront of creating a curriculum that will build on the knowledge and skills students will need starting as early as preschool.”

“Learning to creatively use computers and technology to solve problems cannot be optional for the next generation of San Franciscans. All students must have access to opportunities in Computer Science and coding, and our schools can make that a reality,” said Board Vice-President Matt Haney who led the charge for this resolution. “This is a bold but essential move to ensure all of our young people can live and thrive here in 21st century San Francisco.”