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Data + Society Challenge

Each year, students from across Virginia demonstrate creativity, analytical thinking, and a passion for solving real-world problems.

2026 Winners

First Place: Vir Patel of Mills E. Godwin High School (Henrico, VA)

Second Place: Team Airlytics; Om Shah of Albemarle High School (Charlottesville, VA) and Sylvia Z

 

Om Shah
Om Shah
2nd Place Team, 2026 Data + Society Challenge
"This project showed me firsthand that data science is not just about numbers — it can help identify gaps in society, solve real-world problems, and affect people's everyday lives. It reveals patterns and insights that might otherwise go unnoticed, and this project allowed me to see that firsthand."