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AI & Data Science

Dive into AI, data science and ML core concepts with hands-on learning and capstone projects. Requires prior Python experience.

Students will learn the foundations of data science and artificial intelligence through hands-on Python programming in this intensive 3-week program. Students will collect, clean, and explore real-world datasets; build clear visualizations; and communicate insights using industry tools such as Pandas and Seaborn. Throughout the program, students will be introduced to diverse case studies spanning public health and disease trends, climate and air-quality monitoring, sports performance analytics, music/streaming recommendation data, and misinformation patterns in online communities.

Students will also train and evaluate core machine-learning models—including linear regression, decision trees, and random forests—to make predictions and interpret results responsibly. The program culminates in a social-impact capstone aligned to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, where students use data to observe and understand local and global challenges, practice evidence-based reasoning, and take a first step toward becoming socially aware citizens.

3 weeks

Grade 9+

Virtual

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Program Details

Start Date

June 22, 2026

End Date

July 10, 2026

Duration

3 weeks

Program Times

2:00 - 4:00 PM PST

Program Cost

$600

Program Information

Prerequisites

Open to high school students in Grades 9–12
Prior exposure to Python programming, including core programming concepts (variables, conditionals, loops, functions) and basic Python syntax
Interest in working with data, problem-solving, and analytical thinking

Program Format

Live online sessions 2:00 - 4:00 PM PST
Foundational concepts in AI and data science with real-world case studies
Hands-on coding practice with guided feedback
Collaborative learning through discussions

Curriculum Highlights

Data Preparation: Clean and preprocess real-world datasets using Pandas
Visualization: Create insightful visuals using Seaborn and Matplotlib
Machine Learning for Prediction: Build and evaluate predictive models (decision tree, random forest, linear regression)
Statistical Reasoning & Analysis: Apply basic statistics and analytical thinking to interpret results and draw conclusions

Capstone Project & Showcase

Students will complete a team-based capstone project aligned to one of the UN Sustainable Development Goals, applying the program's data science and machine learning skills to investigate a real-world social challenge and develop clear, data-driven insights.

Apply learned techniques to real-world datasets and community-relevant questions

Work in small groups to define a problem statement, analyze data, and communicate findings

Present results on the culmination day to an audience that includes parents, educators, guests, instructors, mentors, and peers

Meet the Instructors

Padmapriya (Priya) Parthasarathy

Program Lead & Instructor

Priya brings over 25 years of industry experience across a wide range of technology domains, with a specialization in AI and data. She has worked extensively with large-scale datasets and complex analytical concepts, translating technical work into practical, real-world applications. With more than a decade of teaching experience, she has taught students computer science, Python, AI, and data science, supporting learners at different skill levels. Priya is passionate about working with students to build confidence, curiosity, and responsible problem-solving skills through engaging, hands-on projects.

Anjana Manian

Instructor

Anjana brings a strong background in data and AI education, with experience guiding high school students through hands-on projects that connect technical skills to real community needs. She helps students frame meaningful questions, work with real-world datasets, and communicate findings with clarity and confidence. Anjana is passionate about creating an inclusive, supportive classroom where students feel empowered to learn and contribute positively.

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Testimonials

"The challenges taught me the most. That frustration when identifying dataset issues? It meant I was learning. Working with teammates and problem-solving together made it a great start."

— Shivani , Grade 10, 2025

"Seeing unexpected trends in my data was fascinating—it pushed me to research why. The data talks were the best part, so interactive and great for sharing ideas."

— Arthi , Grade 10, 2025

"I significantly improved my Python skills and discovered so many ways to visualize data. The capstone project let me apply everything I learned—coding the visualizations was the best part!"

— Sumedha , Grade 9, 2025

"I learned an incredible amount about data science in just three weeks. The visualizations, data talks, and hands-on exercises in such a friendly environment really solidified my learning."

— Aditya , Grade 10, 2025

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