Computer science instruction across grades K–8

Local boards must implement instruction that includes computer science, computational thinking and coding. Virginia provides grade-specific K–8 standards and integrated lesson guidance. The instruction can be taught across subjects; this record does not establish a separate CS course or graduation credit for every high-school student.

Computer science

Jurisdiction: Virginia · State / DC
Policy status: Current
Implementation phase: Current
Requirement: Required
Grades: Grade-specific K–8 computer science instruction; middle/high-school standalone CS courses are separate.
Audience: Students
Learning evidence: Student instruction required
Instrument: State law with state learning standards

Dates & implementation

Current statutory instruction duty. Revised 2024 standards implement in 2025–26: https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/VADOE/bulletins/3e60255

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

No statewide standalone high-school CS graduation requirement established by this record.

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

Virginia Code §22.1-253.13:1(B)–(C) and VDOE K–8 implementation guidancehttps://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title22.1/chapter13/section22.1-253.13:1/ ↗

Source review

This finding was checked against the linked official source on Oct 6, 2026. Read the source for the authoritative wording, affected grades and dates.

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