Tecumseh Public Schools Proposes New Data Science Course

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Tecumseh Public Schools is proposing a new Careers in Data Science course for the 2026–27 school year. The course would introduce students to Excel, Python and data analysis concepts, and is designed to connect technical skills with real-world applications in business and technology. The district plans to pilot one section of the course next year and evaluate student interest before considering expansion.

Why it matters

The proposed data science course aims to prepare students for in-demand, data-focused careers and help meet the growing workforce need in this field. Offering this type of technical elective can provide high school students with valuable skills and experience to support their postsecondary education or immediate entry into the job market.

The details

The Careers in Data Science elective would serve as a potential fourth-year math option for high school students. The proposal was presented during the February 23 Board of Education meeting, where Curriculum Director Megan Way told trustees the district reviewed its current elective offerings and identified workforce demand in data science as an opportunity to expand programming. The course is designed to connect technical skills with real-world applications in business and technology.

• The Careers in Data Science course is proposed for the 2026–27 school year.
• The district plans to pilot one section of the course next year.

What they’re saying

What’s next

If approved, the Careers in Data Science course would be added to the 2026–27 high school course catalog. Administrators said student interest will be evaluated before considering expansion in future years.