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Research Participation Opportunity

Posted Date: 11/17/25 (9:00 AM)


The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) and the American Institutes for Research (AIR) are conducting focus groups with middle and high school students (grades 6–12) who are enrolled in computer science (CS) courses or CS-related career and technical education (CTE) programs. Participation will help PDE better understand how to strengthen computer science and CTE learning experiences for all learners.
Details at a glance:
Who: Students in grades 6–12 enrolled in CS or CS-related CTE courses
What: 60-minute virtual focus group facilitated by AIR
When: Sessions scheduled this fall (families select times through the sign-up link)
Incentive: Each participating student will receive a $40 Amazon e-gift card as a thank-you

Use this link to sign up and/or learn more about this opportunity:  American Institutes for Research Opportunity

Know that all 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students have a Computer Science class at some point throughout each grade level year in NBC.