105 ILCS 5/27-605 — Computer-literacy graduation instruction

Covered graduates must complete a year-long course containing intensive computer-literacy instruction. Schools may integrate it into another subject. This is distinct from requiring a standalone computer-science course.

Digital literacy

Jurisdiction: Illinois · State / DC
Policy status: Effective
Implementation phase: Current
Requirement: Required
Grades: Grade 9 entrants from 2022–23 onward; IEP exceptions apply.
Audience: Students
Learning evidence: Student instruction required
Instrument: Statute / enacted law

Dates & implementation

Applies to cohorts entering grade 9 in 2022–23 and 2023–24 under subsection (e), and from 2024–25 under (e-5).

A legal effective date can precede school implementation. This record documents policy intent or requirements; it does not independently confirm delivery in every classroom.

Exceptions & instructional scope

Students whose IEP determines their course of study are exempt as specified in subsection (g).

Funding & support

Funding details not confirmed

Dedicated funding and current award availability are not established in this collection. This does not mean no funding exists.

Official source

105 ILCS 5/27-605(e)(3.5), (e-5)(3.5), (g); ISBE graduation guidehttps://ilga.gov/legislation/ILCS/details?ActID=1005&ActName=School+Code.&ChapAct=105+ILCS+5/&Chapter=SCHOOLS&ChapterID=17&MajorTopic=EDUCATION&SeqEnd=190600000&SeqStart=190200000 ↗

Source review

This finding was checked against the linked official source on Oct 5, 2026. Read the source for the authoritative wording, affected grades and dates.

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