The state schools superintendent must create a computer science proficiency seal that participating school districts and charter schools will put on the diplomas and transcripts of graduates who meet minimum requirements set by the State Board of Education.
Official title: computer science proficiency; state seal
- September 12, 2026
What changes
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NowThe superintendent of public instruction must set up a state seal of computer science proficiency program to recognize students who graduate from an Arizona school district or charter school with a high level of proficiency in computer science.
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NowThe superintendent must create the seal and deliver it to each school district or charter school that takes part in the program.
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NowAny school district or charter school may choose to take part by notifying the superintendent that it intends to participate. Participation is voluntary.
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NowParticipating districts and charter schools must identify qualifying students, put the seal on their diplomas and note it on their transcripts. A student who meets the requirements must receive a diploma with the seal when graduating from high school.
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NowThe State Board of Education must adopt minimum requirements for the seal, working with the Department of Education and computer science education experts. The board may also adopt rules as necessary to carry out the program.
Who it affects
- High school students at Arizona school districts and charter schools that choose to participate
- School district governing boards and charter school governing bodies
- Superintendent of public instruction
- State Board of Education
- Department of Education
What you need to do
Nothing.
What the law doesn't answer
- What the minimum requirements to earn the seal will be (for example, courses, tests or projects)
- A deadline for the State Board of Education to adopt the requirements or for the program to start
- Which graduating class will first be eligible for the seal
- Whether students must apply or take any step to be considered
- Whether any funding is provided for the program or whether schools face any costs
This summary describes the law as enacted. Later laws, court rulings or referendum petitions can change the picture. Check the official text for the current wording.