Mini Conferences and Workshops
Mini Conferences and Workshops connect the Bridge to Calculus community with educators, researchers, and industry professionals to strengthen pathways for Boston students.
Bridge to Calculus (BtC) hosts Mini Conferences and Workshops to bring together the people shaping mathematics education.
These gatherings create space for:
- Meaningful collaboration between Boston Public Schools educators and Northeastern University faculty
- Knowledge-sharing between classrooms and industry
- Expanding access to high-quality mathematics learning
What begins with calculus opens doors to new ideas. Our workshops introduce fresh perspectives across math and its applications, sparking interdisciplinary discovery and collaboration.
Together, we build new pathways through mathematics.
Why we host these events
Foster Collaboration
Encourage connection between BtC students, BPS teachers, Northeastern mathematics departments, and industry leaders.
Network with Industry Experts
Create opportunities for educators to engage with professionals shaping the future of mathematics and its applications.
Expand our Impact
Grow a connected STEM ecosystem where mathematics, science, and industry come together to create greater opportunity for every student.
Who should attend?
BPS Students
- Engage with Northeastern faculty
- Discover new mathematical concepts and approaches
- Explore fresh perspectives and ideas that open doors beyond the classroom
BPS Teachers
- Collaborate with fellow educators to share knowledge and best practices
- Build partnerships that expand access to new ideas and approaches in mathematics learning
Industry Experts and Researchers
- Share insights
- Present research
- Connect with educators and students to introduce new developments and discoveries shaping the future of mathematics
2026 Conferences and Workshops
Explore highlights from recent Bridge to Calculus workshops and mini conferences hosted at Northeastern University.
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High school students were introduced to the foundations of Python programming and real-world data science, building both technical skills and confidence in computational thinking.
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Attendees explored how artificial intelligence is transforming the way mathematics is taught and learned.
AP Exam Prep Workshop
End of April | Northeastern University
Designed for high school students preparing for AP Calculus, this interactive workshop helps students strengthen key AP Calculus concepts, practice exam-style problems, and build confidence before test day.
Students will:
- Review core concepts in a supportive environment
- Practice real AP-style questions
- Learn problem-solving strategies from experienced instructors
Registration opens mid-April
What our community says
The AI in math workshop gave us a real look at how AI is being used in both academia and industry, and more importantly, how we as teachers can actually use it for our own work and in the classroom with students. The best practices were straightforward and easy to apply. I’d recommend this to every math teacher in BPS.
– High School Mathematics Teacher, Boston Public School
I came in knowing nothing about Python and left feeling like I could actually use it. The workshop covered everything from the basics to data visualization and statistical analysis, and the pace made it easy to follow along without feeling lost. The environment was great too, well organized and welcoming. I’d definitely come back for another one.
– BPS Student, Grade 11, Brighton High School
Through its mini workshops and conferences, Bridge to Calculus encourages students to dream big, believe in their abilities, and achieve their goals. These programs help students build a strong foundation in math and science, skills that are essential for success in college and STEM careers. It’s inspiring to see students engage with these opportunities and take meaningful steps toward their future.
– Rob Ellis, Boston Public School and BtC Teacher