More Bellevue schools join Microsoft computer science program

Microsoft has added 18 schools to the list of those in which it teaches computer science, bringing the total to 47 schools in Washington state. In Bellevue, schools added this year include International School and Sammamish High School. The program was already operating at Newport High School, Interlake High School, Forest Ridge and Bellevue High School.

September 19, 2014 10:42 am

Microsoft has added 18 schools to the list of those in which it teaches computer science, bringing the total to 47 schools in Washington state. In Bellevue, schools added this year include International School and Sammamish High School. The program was already operating at Newport High School, Interlake High School, Forest Ridge and Bellevue High School.

Microsoft’s YouthSpark initiative, launched two years ago, helps students get the technical skills needed to get jobs, start businesses or stand out on a job application.

Microsoft also will continue the popular YouthSpark Summer Camps at Microsoft retail stores (including the one at Bellevue Square) in a new form, throughout the school year. Microsoft will offer field trips for students to help them learn new skills including coding and digital literacy.