Data Analytics Sprint

Introduces Philadelphia youth to the world of data science

FirstHand lab

Philly Data Miners

Introduces students to the world of data science by analyzing Philly-centric data sets to reveal the story behind the numbers.

Curriculum Collaborator

PECO, CHOP, The University of Texas at El Paso, College of Education

Skills & Topics

Making decisions and communicating ideas using data, data bias, using Microsoft Excel and databases, organizing, and collecting, data visualization, correlations, open API’s.

Careers highlighted

Data Scientist, Data Analyst

Student fit

This program is a great fit for any student who is curious how to answer big questions using evidence or wants to know how to use data (numbers) to explore the world around them.

Mentor fit

This program is a great fit for any professional who has worked in the Data Science, Data Analytics, and/or Computer Science fields.

Questions?

Student projects

FirstHand Sprints are collaborations between industry mentors and FirstHand.

Each curriculum is co-designed and co-delivered by the mentors and the FirstHand team to reflect the skills and topics of the emerging industry while centering the needs of Philadelphia students. Sprints range from 16-36 hours of instruction time, occurring outside of regular school hours.

how to participate:
  • Students are selected through an application process
  • Open to all Philadelphia high school students
Why you should participate:
  • Sprints are FREE and participating students will earn a stipend!
  • Sprints offer an opportunity for high school students to connect with credentials and internships.