Chair

“Digital literacy is the foundation our nation needs to succeed in the high-tech economy of the 21st-century in everything from logistics to farming to national security.”

Governor Asa Hutchinson

Governor 1

“Delaware’s future is an innovation economy where technology takes center stage, and our state needs a pipeline of talented cybersecurity professionals."

Governor John Carney

Governor2

“The benefits are clear. STEM and computer science programs not only prepare our students for the workforce but also encourage students to follow through on their education by providing exciting and valuable learning opportunities.”

Governor Phil Scott

Governor4

"We need to provide more students with opportunities to develop computer science skills so that they graduate ready for the jobs of today and tomorrow."

Governor Roy Cooper

Governor3

“We have to make sure that our kids receive an adequate education that includes the necessary computer science and digital skills to succeed upon entering our 21st-century workforce.”

Governor Chris Sununu

Co-Chair

"Massachusetts is home to one of the fastest growing innovation economies in the nation, and we need to do more to ensure we have a strong pipeline of skilled workers to fill critical job openings."

Governor Charlie Baker

Co-Chair

“New Jersey is committed to ensuring our students have access to a high-quality education in computer science that will open up doors for them in the future.”

Governor Phil Murphy

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