Preparing K–8 Students for Michigan’s 2027 Computer Science Requirement
Navigating the Path to Michigan’s 2027 High School CS Mandate
Change is on the horizon for Michigan schools. By fall 2027, high schools will be required to offer Computer Science (CS) courses. As elementary and middle school principals, you hold the key to preparing students for this digital future. Integrating CS into K–8 education can help set your students on a path to success.
The Importance of Early Exposure
With computer science—which includes AI—now a part of daily life, building CS and AI literacy means introducing these concepts early. Carefully crafted, age-appropriate lessons from LEGO® Education allow schools to introduce CS and AI as early as kindergarten through eighth grade. By building students’ CS and AI skills throughout elementary and middle school, you not only prepare students for success in high school courses, but open doors to careers that may not exist today.
Empowering Educators with Engaging Tools
Imagine classrooms where students are excited to learn, building and exploring together. LEGO® Education Computer Science & AI gives teachers access to hands-on kits and curricula designed and rigorously tested for classroom use. Our creative, standards-aligned lessons make CS learning engaging for students, while classroom presentations, facilitation notes, and more ensure the content is approachable for teachers.
Creating Safe and Supportive Learning Environments
CS and AI literacy is about more than confidence. To responsibly use technology, students need to understand how it works. With age-appropriate lessons and no student data collection or logins required, LEGO Education fosters a safe learning space. Students can get under the hood of CS and AI without endangering the peace of mind of administrators, teachers, and parents.
Transforming Mandates into Opportunities
As principals, choosing partners and programs that align with educational priorities can turn a mandate into an exciting opportunity. The right resources can ensure teachers are supported, make CS learning accessible, safe, and engaging for every student. A mandate can become meaningful momentum for students’ futures.