Photo Release: Commissioner Jett Visits Computer Science Immersion Program at Indian Mounds Elementary

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PHOTO RELEASE 

Contact: Kevin Burns

651-703-4928 

kevin.burns@state.mn.us

For Immediate Release

December 6, 2023

 

Commissioner Jett Visits Computer Science Immersion Program at Indian Mounds Elementary

MINNEAPOLIS – Commissioner Willie Jett visited the computer science immersion program at Indian Mounds Elementary School in Bloomington on Tuesday. 

The program is one of only a few computer science immersion elementary programs in Minnesota. Commissioner Jett observed a computer science lesson and engaged in an activity with the students. He also spoke to school and district leaders about the importance of Computer Science education in Minnesota. This week is Computer Science Education Week. 

Commissioner Jett kneels down to work with a child on a computer science activity

Commissioner Willie Jett engages with a student during a computer science lesson. 

Commissioner Jett stands at the front of the room speaking with a group of people

Commissioner Willie Jett speaks to school and district leaders about the importance of computer science education. 

Commissioner Willie Jett bends down to speak with a child during a visit to the classroom

Commissioner Willie Jett visits a classroom during a tour of Indian Mounds Elementary School's computer science immersion program.

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