Bridge to Calculus: Python Workshop
Introducing high school students to Python programming and data-driven thinking.
Event overview
The Python / Data Science Workshop, hosted by Bridge to Calculus at Northeastern University, welcomed high school students in Grades 10–12 for two hands-on Saturday sessions on January 24 and January 31, 2026, from 12:00 to 3:30 p.m., held at Ryder Hall, Northeastern University.
Instructors
Yunge Xiao and Guest Speaker
Mentors
Sashwat Desai, Gauri Chasia, Linden Burack, and Jadan Alexandre
Partner: Boston PIC
Cara Terez Brooks, Employer Engagement Manager
Workshop highlights
Day 1: Python Fundamentals
The first session covered the building blocks of Python programming, including variables, data types, logical operations, and loops. Students also experienced a live Streamlit demo, showcasing how Python can power interactive, real-world application.
Day 2: Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA)
The second session moved into data science in practice. Students worked with real-world datasets spanning a range of topics including the Titanic, BlueBikes, music, exam scores, soccer injuries, and more, to apply EDA techniques to uncover patterns and insights from data.
About our Partner (Boston PIC)
Bridge to Calculus was proud to partner with Boston Private Industry Council (PIC), whose generous sponsorship made key aspects of the program possible. Boston PIC funded student stipends, ensuring that participants were supported throughout their engagement with the program, and also provided the computers used during the Python workshop, making hands-on technical learning accessible to all students involved.