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In a reality where automation is making low-skill jobs obsolete, the ability to program, create, and innovate are essential for today's students to remain competitive when they enter the workforce. At our school, we do our best to make sure our students leave for high school with a skill set which will prepare them for success, and that extends beyond excelling in math and reading. We aim to make sure that every student has experience with programming, prototyping, and problem-solving. And though we presently use a variety of web-based tools to teach students the basics of computer science, involvement with their code stops when they move away from the computer screen. Because students can send their own programs to the micro:bit, these handy little devices enable students to use technology in a truly hands-on, interactive way. For example, with a few lines of code, students can make their very own pedometer (not a FitBit, a micro:fit!). Another project we can complete with a pair of micro:bits (and a few other parts) is to make their very own remote controlled cars using the micro:bit's radios. Yet another project is to make a working compass using the LED display and the built-in sensors on the board. There really is limitless potential with these tiny, cheap microcomputers to bring computer science to life. Any student would benefit from having access to micro:bits, and I hope that we are able to bring them to our school soon!

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In a reality where automation is making low-skill jobs obsolete, the ability to program, create, and innovate are essential for today's students to remain competitive when they enter the workforce. At our school, we do our best to make sure our students leave for high school with a skill set which will prepare them for success, and that extends beyond excelling in math and reading. We aim to make sure that every student has experience with programming, prototyping, and problem-solving. And though we presently use a variety of web-based tools to teach students the basics of computer science, involvement with their code stops when they move away from the computer screen. Because students can send their own programs to the micro:bit, these handy little devices enable students to use technology in a truly hands-on, interactive way. For example, with a few lines of code, students can make their very own pedometer (not a FitBit, a micro:fit!). Another project we can complete with a pair of micro:bits (and a few other parts) is to make their very own remote controlled cars using the micro:bit's radios. Yet another project is to make a working compass using the LED display and the built-in sensors on the board. There really is limitless potential with these tiny, cheap microcomputers to bring computer science to life. Any student would benefit from having access to micro:bits, and I hope that we are able to bring them to our school soon!

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