Junior High Data Science Camp
Join the Junior High Data Science Camp at the University of Calgary, July 14–15. Open to students in Grades 7–9, this two-day camp blends coding, math, and real-world data in fun, hands-on activities. Spots are limited — register by June 8 to secure your place!
Discover Data Science This Summer — for Free!
We are excited to invite your students to participate in the Junior High Data Science Camp at the University of Calgary this summer! This free two-day camp is designed for students currently in Grades 7 to 9, offering a fun and engaging introduction to the exciting world of data science. We are thrilled to share that this camp is supported by funding from PIMS and the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at the University of Calgary.
Camp Details
Dates: July 14–15, 2025
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Department of Mathematics and Statistics, University of Calgary
Cost: Free of charge
Eligibility: Open to all students in Grades 7–9. We encourage applications from Indigenous students, visible minorities, students with disabilities, and others historically underrepresented in STEM fields.
What Students Will Experience
- Hands-on activities with real data using Python and R
- Fun, game-based learning experiences related to the Data Science field
- Data visualization, simulations, and problem-solving challenges
- Guest speakers from industry and student leaders from the Data Science & Machine Learning Club
- Opportunities to explore how math, coding, and data come together in the real world
Our goal is to make data science accessible, exciting, and welcoming to all students, regardless of background. Lunch will be provided both days, and all camp activities will be supervised by University of Calgary instructors and graduate students.