When Marta Hidalgo decided at 12 years old that she wanted to study computers, it wasn’t surprising. She had been fascinated with science and technology since she was a little girl....

Sophomore Matthew Velasquez has been connected to the concept of computer science (CS) since he could press the keys on a keyboard. It’s why he’s joined the CS pathway at Providence Public Schools E-Cubed Academy and has dove headfirst into courses he’s passionate about.

Diana Tavares’ placement into her school’s computer science (CS) pathway during her sophomore year is what some would call a“happy accident.” While not initially her first choice, the class grew on her and she is now in the second year of the pathway. 

As a student entering high school in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, Jaiden Baglini wasn’t quite sure about what he wanted to do with his life - a sentiment felt by many freshmen stepping into the halls of their local high schools.