Hour of Code

News Release

11/30/2017

During Computer Science Education Week (December 4-10, 2017), students from around the world will participate in The Hour of Code. At Beckett Farm Public School, JK-Grade 8 students will take part in various coding activities throughout the week.

Students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 across the York Region District School Board will also be participating in this event.

Where:

Beckett Farm Public School

78 Beckett Avenue

Unionville

When:

Monday, December 4 – Friday, December 10, 2017

Why:

Coding provides a foundation for all students to learn fundamental skills in metacognition, problem

solving, collaboration, critical thinking, and inquiry.

The Hour of Code event supports student engagement, innovation and the Board’s Modern Learning Strategy.

Who:

Beckett Farm Public School staff and students; students throughout York Region District School Board. ​

For more information contact:

Communications@yrdsb.ca

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