Code.org, a nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding access to computer science education, has updated its mission to include artificial intelligence as a core component of K-12 curricula. The change marks a significant shift from the organization’s previous focus on computer science education alone. This update comes as tech companies continue to push for greater influence in educational policy and curriculum development.
The organization’s new mission statement reads: “Code.org is a nonprofit working to make computer science (CS) and artificial intelligence (AI) a core part of K-12 education for every student.” This reflects growing corporate interests in shaping educational priorities, particularly in the wake of the AI revolution. The decision aligns with broader industry efforts to integrate artificial intelligence into educational standards, even as some tech companies face challenges in maintaining workforce growth amid the AI boom.
Code.org’s updated mission is also part of a larger initiative that includes a new national campaign, launched with the support of tech leaders, to make CS and AI a graduation requirement for all students. This campaign highlights the increasing role of technology companies in driving educational reform and underscores the growing influence of the tech sector on educational policy and curriculum development.