PySchool: Introducing High School Students to the World of Python

In 2024, PySchool hosted three successful events, reaching over 100 high school students in Valparaíso, Chile. The main goal of PySchool is to make programming education more accessible and spark interest in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics). By showing students that learning to code is not as hard as it might seem, PySchool helps them consider STEM careers, even if they didn’t have role models or prior knowledge of programming.

The focus of the program is to make coding fun and easy to understand. Workshops are interactive and give students real coding challenges. They have access to an online platform where they can start coding right away, without needing to install anything. This hands-on approach helps students build practical skills and confidence in using Python, making it easier for them to continue learning.

PySchool has had a positive impact, with students giving the program a Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 9.3/10. This shows that students are very satisfied and would recommend it to their friends.

PySchool was created by members of Python Chile organization, with support from the Python Software Foundation and DUOC UC. PySchool was built having high school students with no Python knowledge as attendees, to complement other Python events like PyCon and PyDay, which are aimed at adults with prior Python knowledge.