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Clinton High readies computer science options ahead of new state graduation requirement
Summary
District leaders outlined elective and CCP computer science courses being offered in 2025–26 to meet an upcoming state graduation requirement, with optional offerings in 2025–26 and required implementation for the class of 2026 graduates.
Clinton City Schools told the board on March 26 it is preparing a range of computer science and technology courses for high school students to meet a new state graduation requirement that becomes mandatory for the class of 2026.
Dr. (last name) — identified in the meeting as a district curriculum presenter — listed elective offerings the high school may make available in 2025–26: 3-D Modeling and Animation I, Technology Engineering and Design, Computer Science I, Cybersecurity I and an Artificial Intelligence course. The district also noted college-level dual-enrollment options under Career and College Promise (CIS 110: Introduction to Computers; CIS 115: Information Systems Business Concepts) that juniors and seniors may take for college credit.
The presenter said the 2025–26 offerings are currently optional and depend on student interest and course viability; the requirement becomes mandatory for the graduating class of 2026. Board members were told the district was attempting to be proactive in making courses available so students can meet the new graduation requirement without delay.
No formal board action was required; the report was informational. Administrators said course availability will depend on enrollment demand and staffing.
