Student voice and power in the new age of data
We empower K-12 students to shape the world with critical AI research and data science skills.
Culturally relevant, K-12 aligned data science instruction used by 5,000+ teachers and students.
We foster student belonging
The Young Data Scientists League (YDSL) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit provider of culturally relevant data science and AI ethics research experiences aligned to K-12. Our mission is to provide every student with the pathways and motivation to use critical research and storytelling skills to shape our world in diverse, creative, and justice-centered ways.
“For the first time in a math class, I feel awake. I see myself in the curriculum, which has never happened before.”
What We Offer
Programs
Data is Power is a new critical AI literacy program for grades 6-12 classrooms that centers ethics and justice. Students learn to conduct multidisciplinary research that explores cutting-edge topics ranging from AI bias and labor rights to environmental justice.
Learning Resources
Bring data science to your classroom, school, or organization with our collection of open online resources. We’re building a collection of engaging learning content aligning data science education to K-12 standards in Common Core Math and ELA, CSTA, and NGSS.
Professional Learning
Are you a district leader or educator interested in bringing critical AI literacy and AI ethics instruction to your staff? Starting in SY 2025-26, we are offering professional K-12 learning experiences. To reach out, please fill out our interest form and we will be in touch.