About the CIT – GRIT Conference

Our Mission

The Center for Information Technology (CIT) at Deep Run High School in Glen Allen, Virginia, is a highly selective specialty center for students passionate about technology. CIT develops advanced technical and soft skills to prepare students for success in college and professional careers. Core values like respect and integrity drive its curriculum and culture.

Curriculum

The CIT curriculum combines academic rigor with real-world relevance, offering IT and computer science courses that challenge students to push their limits. CIT alumni consistently share how the program’s coursework and experiences prepared them for higher education and industry careers.

Learn more about the CIT curriculum

Student Work Showcase

Community & Experience

The CIT extends learning beyond the classroom with Community Innovation Technology projects and Senior Internships. Students collaborate with real clients, apply agile methodologies like Scrum, and gain hands-on experience solving community challenges. The tight-knit CIT community also enjoys events like the Thanksgiving potluck and field trips, balancing hard work with camaraderie.

Student Reflections

CIT Hallway with CIT classrooms — The CIT Wing in Deep Run High School is at the heart of innovation and learning.

Student Statements

“The CIT has given me so many opportunities and taught me invaluable lessons. It's a tight-knit community where everyone connects and supports each other. I'm sad to leave, but CIT will always have a special place in my heart.” — Nischal A., Senior

“The CIT has been an incredible experience, blending learning and personal growth. I've gained countless skills—both technical and soft—becoming more confident, proactive, and better at managing my time and presenting. CIT has also given me amazing opportunities in technology, from planning Nine Weeks Projects to completing my Summer Internship. As Project Lead for last year’s CIT Project, I helped build a dynamic message board for the Center, implementing SCRUM to mirror real professional work. ” — Shruti D. President of CIT council