The Computer Science & Engineering Academy

Inspiring Creativity, Fostering Discovery, Building Community

Overview

The Computer Science & Engineering Academy offers two areas of focus allowing students to build a plan that will lead them to the best preparation for their future careers.

Why Enroll in this Academy?

The Computer Science & Engineering Academy empowers students to explore how technology and innovation shape our world. Through hands-on, project-based learning in nationally recognized Project Lead the Way engineering courses and advanced computer science offerings, students gain critical problem-solving, design, and programming skills. Whether building digital solutions or designing real-world structures, students develop the technical and analytical thinking needed for college and future STEM careers. With opportunities to earn scholarships, cords, and advanced recognition, this academy prepares learners to engineer their futures with creativity and confidence.

Courses

Students are required to complete a minimum of four (4) courses in the Computer Science or Engineering pathways. Students MAY mix and match, but be attentive to prerequisites. The Engineering courses all follow the nationally-recognized Project Lead the Way curriculum. To be eligible for the Engineering-specific scholarships and cords, students must complete the four (4) Engineering-Focused Courses, any level of Physics, and 20 credits of math.

Computer Science-Focused Courses: AP Computer Science Principles, Python Programming Fundamentals, AP Computer Science A, Capstone

In order to take the first sequence for Computer Science (AP Computer Science Principles) students must be in Geometry CP or higher.

Engineering-Focused Courses: Design and Materials Processing, Introduction to Engineering Design, Digital Electronics, and Civil Engineering

In order to take the second sequence for Engineering (Introduction to Engineering Design) students must be in Geometry CP or higher.

Concurrent Enrollment Opportunities

Digital Electronics (PHYS2883-PDE, Electronics I, 3 credits, SHU)

Computer Science Principles AP (CSC102, Introduction to Computation Thinking, 4 credits, TCNJ)

Please email Kristina Sterbenc for more information on Concurrent Enrollment.

Interested in Enrolling?

  • Any student is eligible to apply for the Computer Science & Engineering Academy by completing the Academy Application (link below).

  • NOTE: Students wishing to withdraw must submit a Withdrawal Form before being officially withdrawn from the Education Academy.

DVRHS Academy Application Form

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INSTRUCTORS

Ms. Alaina Accumanno

Ms. Alaina Accumanno is a proud 2009 graduate of Delaware Valley Regional High School. She went on to attend the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, where she earned her B.S. in Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering. She spent over 11 years on Active Duty and continues to serve in the Coast Guard Reserves. Her career has taken her both to sea and to shore, working in Naval Engineering and Engineering Project Management. She also holds an MBA and an M.S. in Industrial Engineering from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. She’s thrilled to be back at Del Val, reconnecting with the community and sharing the experiences that shaped her journey.

Mr. Andrew Kapetanakis

Mr. Andy Kapetanakis is a mathematics and computer science teacher at Delaware Valley Regional High School, where he teaches Honors Geometry, College Prep Algebra II, Python Fundamentals, and the senior Computer Science Capstone course. Now in his second year at Del Val and seventh year in education, he brings a background in biomedical engineering and a passion for innovation to the classroom. A graduate of nearby North Hunterdon High School and Rowan University, Mr. Kapetanakis earned his degree in Biomedical Engineering with a minor in Mathematics and an Honors College concentration.

Beyond teaching, he serves as Assistant Director of the Marching Band and Orchestra Director for the school musical, helping students develop creativity and teamwork through performance. In his free time, he enjoys writing music, coding, cheering on the New York Rangers, and spending time with friends. He believes collaboration and curiosity are at the heart of every great idea.

Mr. Ryan Murphy

Ryan Murphy is a Math and Computer Science teacher and supervisor in his thirteenth year at Delaware Valley Regional High School. Now in his sixth year with the Computer Science Academy, he teaches AP Computer Science Principles, helping students explore the foundations of computing and problem-solving. A graduate of Rutgers University, where he earned his Master of Education, Mr. Murphy has also served as advisor to the Student Technology Association and as an instructor for standardized test preparation programs. He is dedicated to fostering curiosity, creativity, and computational thinking in all of his students.

Mr. Scott Pearl