The SUCCESS grant initiative is a mission-driven program dedicated to enhancing computer science education across West Virginia. By empowering local educators with adapted curriculum and strategic support, we ensure our students are prepared to lead and innovate in an increasingly digital world.
THE DRIVE
To expand equitable access to high-quality computer science education for all Raleigh County students by empowering educators, counselors, and school leaders with locally relevant professional development, career-connected curriculum, and meaningful pathways that prepare students for success in college, careers, and an increasingly digital world.
THE FUTURE
To build a sustainable computer science education ecosystem in rural West Virginia where every student discovers their potential, explores diverse career opportunities, and graduates with the confidence, skills, and support needed to thrive in the workforce of the future.
To develop and implement culturally responsive computer science curriculum that connects learning to West Virginia’s career clusters, local communities, and real-world opportunities so that all students can see themselves in computer science pathways.
To equip teachers, counselors, and school leaders with sustained professional development, collaborative support, and practical resources that build confidence and capacity for delivering engaging, high-quality computer science education.
To create a lasting and scalable computer science education ecosystem that increases student participation in CS courses, strengthens career readiness, and expands future opportunities for students across rural West Virginia.
The SUCCESS initiative is already making a measurable difference in rural West Virginia classrooms, empowering both educators and their students.
7+
SCHOOLS ENGAGED
7k+
STUDENTS IMPACTED
13+
TRAINED EDUCATORS
This team leads the SUCCESS initiative for middle school computer science in West Virginia, fostering a robust digital future for our students and educators.
Co-Principal Investigator and Advisor
gay.stewart@mail.wvu.edu
Principal Investigator and Research Lead
lynnette.michaluk@mail.wvu.edu
Lead Teacher
adam.white@k12.wv.us
Lead Teacher
jrbasham@k12.wv.us
This material is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation under Grant Number CCF-2031355. Read the SUCCESS NSF Award Abstract
Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.
7,000+ Students impacted
SUCCESS
U.S. National Science Foundation