
We Empower Baltimore City Youth
Mayor Scott and Secretary Wu, CodeWorks 2025
We empower Baltimore City youth to thrive in the 21st century economy by expanding access to quality computer science education and building pathways from school to jobs and higher education.
By focusing on youth traditionally under-represented in technology fields, we work to eliminate structural barriers and inequities in education and industry.
A Glimpse into Code in the Schools
How We Empower Baltimore City Youth
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Partner Programs
Through our partnerships with Baltimore City Schools and with community organizations across the city, we provide Computer Science instruction adapted to age, schedule, and modality. Our project-based enrichment classes expose youth to computational thinking and a wide range of Computer Science concepts.
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Prodigy Program
The Prodigy Program is our free flagship after-school computer science education program designed to bring advanced technology skills to Baltimore youth 13 and up. Participants have the opportunity to learn topics like Web Development, Game Development, Python, Data Science, 3D Printing and CyberSecurity.
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CodeWorks
CodeWorks is a 5-week summer experience where Baltimore City residents between the ages of 14 and 21 get paid to sharpen real-world tech skills through work on projects in collaboration with tech industry professionals. We offer participants the opportunity to explore Game Development, Web Development, Python, Data Science, Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics.
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Datatrail
DataTrail is a 14-week educational initiative designed to equip underserved young adults, high school, and GED-graduates with the skills to pursue careers in data science. The program provides virtual and in-person learning, covering topics such as R programming, data visualization, statistics, and version control using GitHub.
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Host an Intern
Be the change you want to see in our community while helping a young person build professional skills and hands-on experience for a career in tech. We see to it that they’re paid while you provide work experience & professional contacts that will pay off by building the tech talent workforce in the medium & long term.
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Professional Learning
Code in the Schools’ professional learning division, Maryland Codes, serves as the Maryland regional partner for Code.org. Our mission is to bring high quality computer science professional learning experiences to every school district in Maryland.
Our Impact in Numbers
33,449
Students empowered through Code in the Schools programs since 2014.
3,254
High school students reached with hands-on computer science education.
359
Post-graduate learners supported in advancing their skills and careers.