Applied Mathematics
Lynbrook Union Free School District
Computer Science & Applied Math — Scope & Sequence
Secondary Curriculum Overview, Grades 6–12
What is a scope & sequence? This page outlines, course by course, the units of study your child will experience in Computer Science & Applied Math, roughly how long each unit takes, and how it connects to New York State learning standards and the district's Profile of the Owl skills. Tap any course below to see the full table of units.
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College Programming / App Design (S10265COL) – 1 year, 1 credit AP Computer Science A (S10266AP) – 1 year, 1 creditCollege Programming / App Design (S10265COL) – 1 year, 1 credit 6 units
| Unit of Study | Topics to be Studied | Standards | Profile of the Owl Connection |
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| Introduction to Python | Python syntax, variables, data types, input/output, basic programming logic | NYS Computer Science Standard: Programming & Algorithms |
Critical Thinking: solving problems with code
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| Control Structures & Functions | Loops, conditionals, functions, modular programming | NYS Computer Science Standard: Programming & Algorithms |
Problem Solving: designing efficient solutions
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| Game Programming Fundamentals | PyGame interface, sprites, graphics, user input, basic game logic | NYS Computer Science Standard: Software Development |
Creativity & Critical Thinking: applying logic to create games
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| Artificial Intelligence Basics | Introduction to AI, machine learning, LLMs, model bias, societal impacts | NYS Computer Science Standard: Data & AI Literacy |
Global Citizenship: ethical use of technology
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| AI Tools & Applications | Hands-on use of ChatGPT, Gemini, Teachable Machine, project-based learning | NYS Computer Science Standard: Data & AI Literacy |
Life Readiness: practical AI literacy
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| Capstone Project | Build an application or AI project integrating Python and learned concepts | NYS Computer Science Standard: Software Development |
Self-Directed Learning: independent problem solving & creativity
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AP Computer Science A (S10266AP) – 1 year, 1 credit 6 units
| Unit of Study | Topics to be Studied | Standards | Profile of the Owl Connection |
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| Object-Oriented Programming | Classes, objects, methods, encapsulation | College Board AP CS A Standard |
Critical Thinking: structured problem solving
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| Algorithms & Control Structures | Conditionals, loops, recursion, sorting/searching algorithms | College Board AP CS A Standard |
Problem Solving: algorithmic thinking
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| Data Types & Operations | Primitive data types, arrays, strings, operators | College Board AP CS A Standard |
Life Readiness: efficient data manipulation
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| Software Development Practices | Debugging, testing, code documentation, design patterns | College Board AP CS A Standard |
Self-Directed Learning: writing maintainable code
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| AP Exam Preparation & Practice | Past AP questions, timed coding exercises, review of key concepts | College Board AP CS A Standard |
Self-Directed Learning: exam readiness
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| Final Project | Develop a complete program demonstrating mastery of AP CS A concepts | College Board AP CS A Standard |
Self-Directed Learning: independent project management
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