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Computer Science (On-Campus CTE Pathway)
Integrated within Northfield’s IB for All framework, our Computer Science CTE Pathway prepares students for technical careers in software development, engineering, and analytical problem-solving across all employment sectors. Through rigorous coursework, students build strong computational thinking skills and practical programming expertise, leaving fully prepared for university-level computer science and technical fields.
This on-campus pathway offers students the opportunity to earn Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) college-level credit, as well as honors credit, as they progress through the curriculum.
Learning is further enriched through our on-campus technology clubs and competition teams, where students apply their coding and engineering skills to real-world hardware and software challenges.
*Note: All courses qualify as weighted electives at the discretion and guidance of Denver Public Schools.
On-Campus CTE Pathway Courses
- AP Computer Science Principles
Foundational college-level course introducing the breadth of computer science, computational thinking, algorithms, web development, and the impact of computing on society.
- AP Computer Science
Intermediate college-level course focused on object-oriented programming, data structures, and problem-solving using the Java programming language.
- IB Computer Science HL (Higher Level)
A rigorous, 2-year advanced college-level capstone exploring system architecture, complex algorithm design, software development methodologies, and advanced computing theory.
Co-Curricular Student Organizations & Clubs
- Technology Club
On-campus student organization focused on software exploration, coding projects, and technical skill-building.
- Circuits Club
Student organization dedicated to electronics, physical computing, and hardware experimentation.
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