"I was about 13 years old when I first joined CodeCrew. It was a game development course. CodeCrew has set me up for success by giving me all of these opportunities. In high school, CodeCrew reached out to a select number of students for an internship with ALSAC St. Jude, and I was one of them. They gave me that experience like the real work experience."

"CodeCrew was part of my journey from start to finish. Before I walked through those doors, I wasn't sure that I was going to be able to have a career in computer science or just do something that was bigger than me.The presence of CodeCrew has changed the community in Memphis. I know they will continue to keep doing this to raise up the next generation of innovators "

"This opportunity allowed me to bridge the gap between design and development, expand my skill set, and build more complete, user-friendly digital experiences."

“My favorite thing about Code School are the various teaching styles to ensure students are able to retain what's being learned, the resources given for success, and the sincerity from Instructors, TA's, and Admins that want to see us succeed.”

“I enjoyed solving tech related problems at my previous jobs and wanted to take it to the next level. My favorite things about Code School are the community coming together - from my classmates, to the instructors, to the leaders at code school, to the children at the summer camp to the Memphis tech community at large.”

“I was tired of struggling. I wanted to build a life that I actually liked, not just tolerated.”

“I joined the program because of my passion for coding and desire to learn more.”

“I loved the Hands-on experience and collaborative learning.”

“The best thing about Code School is the community and everything that comes with it. We all come together to build each other up.”

“ This was an avenue to delve deep into the tech world, expand my skill set, and embrace the challenge of mastering something as dynamic and impactful as software development. I was drawn to the idea of not just acquiring technical abilities, but also reshaping my perspective and capabilities in an ever-evolving field.”

“I joined the program because I wanted to be able to make a difference in my life and the lives of others. My favorite thing about code school is the family-like environment.”

“I joined Code School to jump start my career in a new field as well as be the change for my family to elevate our lives.”

“I joined this program because I wanted to try something new. I felt understimulated at my current job and wanted to challenge myself.”

“I wanted to become a software engineer without going to college.”

"I joined the program to significantly increase my likelihood of securing a job as a software engineer. Since, I have learned more and enhanced my skillset. I have made invaluable connections. And developed both professionally and personally."

"Our partnership with CodeCrew reflects our shared commitment to preparing students for college, career, and life through access to high-quality computer science education and STEM experiences. Together, we are empowering students to build critical thinking, creativity, and technology skills that will position them for success in an ever-changing world while strengthening connections between our schools, families, and the Westwood/Whitehaven community."