GENERAL QUESTIONS
What is Code to Success?
Code to Success offers various coding programs for junior high and
high school students, collegiate students, and teachers. Our mission is
to provide a tangible pathway for students into computer science
from education to industry. Code to Success is a part of the Success
in Education Foundation – a Utah-based non-profit that provides
educational programs.
What are programs offered by Code to Success?
Code to Success offers coding courses within various fields. We have
programs that offer web and application development, cybersecurity,
game development, QA testing, and Amazon Web Services (AWS).
Do participants need to have prior coding experience?
No! We encourage those who have never coded before to participate
in the program.
Are the programs On-Site or Online?
It depends on the program. Code to Success offers On-Campus
programs for junior and high school students as well as an online
option. For collegiate participants, we offer only online
programs.
Are the Code to Success programs free?
For our junior high and high school summer programs, they are free.
Both the Online and On-Campus Programs for junior high and high
school students during the summer are always free.
Our collegiate program has a $99 fee to cover the mentor infrastructure, a teacher of record, and overall program. Also, junior high and high school programs offered during the school year (August-May) are also $99 per participant.
Our collegiate program has a $99 fee to cover the mentor infrastructure, a teacher of record, and overall program. Also, junior high and high school programs offered during the school year (August-May) are also $99 per participant.
After completing the program, is there a certificate or credit
participants can earn?
After completing 100% of the program and we verify the completion,
junior high and high school students will receive a digital certificate
of completion for the program and can receive high school credit
(dependent on the school district).
Utah State University offers 3.0 college credits that articulates to BCIS 1300 -Web Design. Snow College offers 3.0 credit that articulates to GCT 1030. As for other colleges and universities, our foundation is still articulating agreements to provide college credit. However, after completion of our program and if you are attending a higher education institution, talk with your advisor at your institution and show them what you accomplished within the course to see if credit can be offered.
Utah State University offers 3.0 college credits that articulates to BCIS 1300 -Web Design. Snow College offers 3.0 credit that articulates to GCT 1030. As for other colleges and universities, our foundation is still articulating agreements to provide college credit. However, after completion of our program and if you are attending a higher education institution, talk with your advisor at your institution and show them what you accomplished within the course to see if credit can be offered.
Which program is right for me?
Please look at the programs available within our site – they are
broken up by age demographics. Each program has a description and
who is eligible to participate within said program. If you have further
questions or need clarification, please email
codetosuccess@sieutah.org.
STUDENT QUESTIONS
What is Code to Success & Idaho Codes?
Code to Success and Idaho Codes offer a variety of computer science
courses for junior high and high school students with focus on
computational thinking, critical thinking, problem solving, and
mathematical reasoning. These in-demand skills create a clear technology
pathway into higher education and industry.
What do students learn in the program?
Depending on the course, students participate in Coding Foundations which
teaches HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. After completing the Foundations
course students will be able to create a static website, access and
navigate coding repositories with database applications. The Skillstruck
course can be accessed on a Chromebook and teaches HTML, CSS, and
JavaScript. We also have courses in Software engineering: QA (Quality and
Automation), Amazon Web Services (AWS) Cloud Foundations course, and
a Cybersecurity option.
Are the courses Code to Success offers free?
With donations from our fantastic sponsors and partners, our summer
programs whether on-campus or online are free for 7th-12th grade
students. The summer program includes Coding Foundations, Dissecting REACT JS, Skillstruck
Chromebook course, and AWS Cloud Foundations.
However, if students want access to our courses outside of the summer break, there is a $99 fee for Coding Foundations, Dissecting REACT JS, and AWS Cloud Foundations. We have a Cybersecurity course available, but no matter when it is taken, the cost is $250. Please note that Cybersecurity is not free during the summer break. These costs are used to compensate educators, mentor infrastructure, and overall program experience.
However, if students want access to our courses outside of the summer break, there is a $99 fee for Coding Foundations, Dissecting REACT JS, and AWS Cloud Foundations. We have a Cybersecurity course available, but no matter when it is taken, the cost is $250. Please note that Cybersecurity is not free during the summer break. These costs are used to compensate educators, mentor infrastructure, and overall program experience.
Why is there a fee for courses not taken during the summer break?
Our foundation will always offer free programs for students during the
summer break to increase access and equity. For programs outside of the
summer model, we maintain educators, mentors, and overall program experience with
curriculum providers that require a fee to maintain the programs outside of
the summer.
Do students need to have prior coding experience?
No! We encourage students who have never coded before to participate in
the program, especially the Coding Foundations course.
What grade do students need to be in to participate?
We encourage current 7th through 12th grade students to register. Every
student in Utah has a free summer option to participate in the program
either On-Campus or Online.
What is the difference between the On-Campus Program and the
Online Program?
Depending on where the student lives, our program hosts On-Campus
options where students can attend a lab within their school district to
complete the course.
Typically, campuses are hosted at high schools within the school district. Students in the On-Campus Program will attend their campus for six weeks, Monday-Friday, 8am-12pm. The campus will have a facilitator to handle any questions and students will have access to online mentor support as well.
Students can also participate in the Online option from home or anywhere with computer and internet access. Online students will receive instructions on setting up their computer with curriculum as well as accessing the platform.
Typically, campuses are hosted at high schools within the school district. Students in the On-Campus Program will attend their campus for six weeks, Monday-Friday, 8am-12pm. The campus will have a facilitator to handle any questions and students will have access to online mentor support as well.
Students can also participate in the Online option from home or anywhere with computer and internet access. Online students will receive instructions on setting up their computer with curriculum as well as accessing the platform.
After completing the program, is there a certificate or credit
students can earn?
If students complete 100% of the Coding Foundations course and we verify
the completion, students will receive a digital certificate of completion for
the program. Students can receive up to 1.0 full high school credit and up
to three college credits. The number of credits is dependent on the school
district and higher education institution.
Although we do not yet offer high school or college credit for the Software Engineering: QA, AWS, or Cybersecurity. We have aligned Coding Foundations with the State of Utah’s Strands and Standards for Computer Science and Information Technology courses. Our team has not completed the alignment for QA, AWS, or Cybersecurity. Upon completion of the courses, we will distribute “Certificates of Completion” to the students.
If students choose to continue a certification pathway in Full-Stack Development (after completing the Coding Foundations course) a sponsored tuition rate will apply. In partnership, Bottega, Code to Success, and Idaho Codes offer a Full-Stack Development Certificate for $2,500. This program is normally $12,000 for Bottega students; however, we have secured a discounted tuition for students who register through our programs.
Although we do not yet offer high school or college credit for the Software Engineering: QA, AWS, or Cybersecurity. We have aligned Coding Foundations with the State of Utah’s Strands and Standards for Computer Science and Information Technology courses. Our team has not completed the alignment for QA, AWS, or Cybersecurity. Upon completion of the courses, we will distribute “Certificates of Completion” to the students.
If students choose to continue a certification pathway in Full-Stack Development (after completing the Coding Foundations course) a sponsored tuition rate will apply. In partnership, Bottega, Code to Success, and Idaho Codes offer a Full-Stack Development Certificate for $2,500. This program is normally $12,000 for Bottega students; however, we have secured a discounted tuition for students who register through our programs.
Where can students register?
Utah and Idaho students can register here. PLEASE make sure you pick the right
course you wish to participate in – there are a couple different courses
listed as options on the registration form.
COLLEGIATE QUESTIONS
What is the Code to Success program for higher education
institutions?
Code to Success has partnered with Utah State University, Weber
State University, and Snow College to provide, undergraduates,
graduates, and alumni access to our Coding Foundations course.
What do participants learn in the program?
Participants will take a course learning the foundations of HTML,
CSS, and JavaScript. There are built in quizzes, projects, and exams
where students can apply their coding skills. Students also gain
experience in project management, digital literacy, and quality
assurance to name a few. By the end of the course, participants will
know how to build a static website, access and navigate a repository,
and wireframe a basic application.
Do participants need to have prior coding experience?
No! We encourage those who have never coded before to participate
in the program.
Who can participate in the collegiate Code to Success
programs?
We encourage undergraduate, graduate, and alumni of the partnered
colleges and universities to participate in the program. grade
students to register.
Is it an Online Program?
Yes. The curriculum platform used is called DevCamp and is provided
by an accredited software development school – Bottega. Their
platform can be access from anywhere on a PC or Mac. However,
their platform cannot run on Chromebooks.
Is there a fee for the program?
We have fantastic partners who are sponsoring the program to bring
down the cost of the course for participants. For a $99 fee,
participants will get access to 60+ hours of professional-grade
curriculum as well as online mentor support, quizzes, and projects.
After completing the program, is there a certificate or credit
participants can earn?
After completing 100% of the program and we verify the completion,
students will receive a digital certificate of completion for the
program. Utah State University offers 3.0 college credits that
articulates to BCIS 1300 -Web Design. Snow College offers 1.0 credit
that articulates to GCT 1030. As for other colleges and universities,
our foundation is still articulating agreements to provide college
credit. However, after completion of our program, talk with your
advisor at your institution and show them what you accomplished
within the program to see if credit can be offered.
Where can students register?
Participants can register here and select
Utah State University Codes, Weber State Codes, or Snow College
Codes. If your institution is not listed as a partner, please fill out our
Higher Education registration form.
COMMUNITY QUESTIONS
Can schools or organizations have their students participate
in Code to Success programs?
Yes! We are in every school district in Utah and Idaho for junior high
and high school students to participate. However, we realize that
charter schools, private schools, after-school programs, and
alternative schools may not realize they can have their students
participate as well!
Can a school or organization host a Code to Success program
just for their students?
Yes! Please email codetosuccess@sieutah.org if you interested in
hosting a program just for your students. We have manuals on
starting a Code to Success program for companies, schools, and
other organizations.
Are there jobs available within Code to Success?
Yes! We hire high school students who have completed one of our
programs as well as college students to be mentors. We pay high
school students and college mentors a stipend and they get access
to that year’s curriculum. We provide internship credit if the school
district or higher education institution will accept it.
Do you have jobs available for adults?
As of now, no. Our focus to provide students with mentorship
experience to better their education and careers within computer
science.
Are there volunteer opportunities for Code to Success
programs and events?
Yes! We hire high school students who have completed one of our
programs as well as college students to be mentors. We pay high
school students and college mentors a stipend and they get access
to that year’s curriculum. We provide internship credit if the school
district or higher education institution will accept it.
Need further information?
Fill out our contact form or email us with your name and inquiry