Kansas Governor Laura Kelly signed a House Bill that will promote computer science education in the classrooms. USD 445 Superintendent Dr. Craig Correll says if they made the course a requirement additional staff could be needed.

The Bill will also supply additional funding for current and aspiring teachers to receive training in computer science programs. Dr. Correll says USD 445 understands the importance of this course.

Governor Kelly says by expanding computer science education and creating this transition program, the state can better retain the skilled workforce Kansas produces through its K-12 schools.