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Lombardi asks RIDE to recommend high‑school computer‑science pathways as AI changes job landscape
Summary
House Bill 7117 would direct RIDE to develop recommendations for high‑school computer‑science curricula and pathways into postsecondary education and careers; sponsor requested details on credits and existing programs amid fast‑moving changes in AI and industry.
Representative Lombardi presented House Bill 7117 as a request for RIDE to develop recommendations and curriculum guidance to prepare high school students for postsecondary computer‑science education and careers. He said the field is changing rapidly and asked whether current offerings give students credit and meaningful pathways to employment.
RIDE representatives noted existing initiatives such as CS4RI and said there has been progress in computer‑science education. Committee members asked for documentation on where programs exist, how many credits are available, and how high‑school offerings connect to higher‑education and workforce needs. Lombardi said he wants the committee to understand whether current programs are sufficient and how to improve access statewide.
RIDE committed to providing more information to the committee about current offerings and partnerships.
