Hiram Academy of Computer Science
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- H.A.C.S. Program Focus & Benefits
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Hiram Academy of Computer Science is an intellectually rich and engaging program that is focused on building a solid understanding and foundation in Computer Science. This pathway emphasizes the content, practices, thinking and skills central to the discipline of Computer Science.
HACS will engage your creativity and build your problem-solving ability, all while connecting the relevance of computer science to society.
HACS Students Learn:
- Coding
- Building Apps
- Building Games
- Programming
- Cloud Computing
- Information Technology
How is H.A.C.S. benefiting our students?
*Increased job opportunities-H.A.C.S. is training students for careers that have not even been created yet!
*High demand in almost every type of industry
*Even if a student doesn’t decide to major in computer science or to continue that pathway, the skill set that these students have built will lay the groundwork for almost any career.
*Develops a student’s critical thinking and problem-solving skills while also allowing for creativity/innovation.
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Our Approach:
Provide Real world Opportunities:
*H.A.C.S. will give students the opportunity to develop credits, credentials, and work experience essential to business and industry in our community and prepare them for careers, technical college, or 4-year college/university.
Project-Based Learning:
*H.A.C.S. will incorporate interdisciplinary learning opportunities that actively engage students in meaningful real-world projects.
Computational Thinking:
*H.A.C.S. will equip students with the tools necessary to become both users and the creators of technology while critically and systematically solving problems.
Student-Centered:
*H.A.C.S. will provide students with an innovative, state-of-the-art learning environment that promotes inclusion and diversity.