CSHS

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This website is the culmination of BASIS Phoenix CSHS's 2024 final project - continued to 2026 - where we design a website to showcase our honor society's accomplishments and event participation!

What is CSHS?

CSHS stands for Computer Science Honor Society, and it is a nationwide organization that recognizes high school students who excel in computer science and are passionate about technology. It's more than just a regular honor society; CSHS encourages leadership, service, and a love for computing and technology.

Members participate in coding events, outreach programs, and tech-related projects that make a real impact in the school and community. Whether you're into programming, cybersecurity, or just curious about how tech shapes the world, CSHS is a place to grow, collaborate, and inspire others through computer science.

The BASIS Phoenix CSHS Chapter was founded in August 2024. Advised by our resident CS teacher, Ms. Yoo, this honor society aims to teach inducted students more about computer science, possible career paths arising from it, and how it can impact our futures.

2025-2026 Key Accomplishments

During the 2025-2026 school year, our chapter focused on practical impact across software development, campus events, collaboration, and outreach.

Development

Built Websites for Local and School Organizations

Members designed and delivered websites for local businesses, including a bakery, a cleaning service, and a cupcake shop, while also supporting school organizations such as the Art Honor Society and this CSHS chapter site.

Impact
Real client-facing projects completed

School Event

Ran the "Vampire Maze" Haunted House Room

CSHS members planned and operated the Vampire Maze room for the BASIS Phoenix Haunted House, helping create a high-energy campus experience through technical setup and event execution.

Impact
Hands-on operations and event leadership

Collaboration

Partnered with Cybersecurity Club on a School CTF

We collaborated with Cybersecurity Club to help run a school CTF designed to improve general computer literacy and problem-solving confidence among students.

Impact
Cross-club learning experience delivered

School Event

Hosted "Minute to Win-It" at Spring Fling

Our chapter ran the Minute to Win-It stall at Spring Fling, featuring a custom-built racing simulator rig with coding, steering wheel controls, and shifting mechanics.

Impact
Interactive engineering showcase for campus

Outreach

Launched the Code to Empower Initiative

Members began developing an educational chatbot aimed at helping underprivileged students access learning support and foundational academic guidance.

Impact
Mission-driven AI project in progress

Competitive Prep

Expanded USACO Olympiad Preparation

Through chapter meetings, members received structured USACO training, and several students actively participated in Olympiad contest rounds.

Impact
Competition readiness and participation growth

Our Mission

Our mission is to promote interest in computer science, support academic achievement, and encourage the ethical and responsible use of technology. Through mentorship, outreach programs, and service projects we strive to make a meaningful impact in our school and world.

What We Do

Academic Excellence

We give students resources to further their education in Computer Science.

Community Service

We engage in service projects and volunteering, which help to further strengthen our community's connection and promote Computer Science to many others in our community.

Collaboration & Innovation

We provide opportunities for members to work on projects, participate in hackathons, and develop their programming skills.

Leadership Development

We empower members to take on leadership roles, mentor peers, and contribute to the growth of the school's technology community.

"Competition is always a fantastic thing, and the computer industry is intensely competitive"

- Bill Gates

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Our Members

Surya

Junior

Hi! I'm the President of Computer Science Honor Society. I made the game Duck Invasion at the 2024 Haunted House. I am excited to utilize Computer Science in helping my community.

Deshna

Junior

I'm Deshna, a junior. I am thrilled to be the Vice President of the Computer Science Honor Society, as it allows me to connect with like-minded peers and further deepen my knowledge while contributing to the growth of the tech community.

Parag

Sophomore

I'm Parag, a sophomore. I'm thrilled to be the Secretary of CSHS and an avid computer scientist. I love helping other people out and sorting out the finances of CSHS.

Siddarth

Sophomore

I am the Treasurer of the Basis Phoenix Computer Science Honor Society, where I help manage chapter funds and support student-led events. I am passionate about Computer Science, enjoy logical thinking, and working with technology. I collaborate with members to coordinate ideas, share important updates, and make sure everyone is aligned while developing projects such as a website for the National Art Honor Society!

Shreemahor

Freshman

I'm very proud to be a part of CSHS. I helped code this website and NAHS's and designed the flyer for the CompSci course and chapter logo. I'm also passionate about coding with Gen AI. Additionally, I'm taking AP CompSci this year and do Graphic Design!

Tarun

Sophomore

I'm excited to be part of this honor society where I can be with like-minded peers and increase my skills. I contributed to the National Art Honor Society website by providing feedback with current designs and testing new ideas to make the website better.

Dhruvika

Freshman

I love being in The Computer Science Honor Society because I get to learn new things and apply my coding skills.

Evan

Freshman

I am a student developer primarily focused on web development and embedded systems programming. I contributed to the website my team was building by working on the aesthetics and design elements.

Ethan

Freshman

Ethan is building his foundation in computer science and exploring web and software projects with the chapter this year. Full member bio coming soon.

Sai

Freshman

Sai is an active CSHS member interested in coding, collaboration, and project-based learning. Full member bio coming soon.

Jayden

Sophomore

My name is Jayden and I am a member of Computer Science Honors society. I am generally considered a calm person who enjoys watching soccer.

Arnav Bandi

Freshman

Hello! I'm Arnav. I'm an enthusiastic coder, and I really like to play games like CS2, WoWS, WoT, Minecraft, and Subnautica. In my free time, I also play pickleball, and really like to bike.

Aarav

Junior

Hi, I'm Aarav Khanna! I'm a junior with a passion for Python development and free and open-source software. I first got into coding when solving online challenges and puzzles. I'm excited to use my skills to help the CSHS community grow!

Arnav Chhabra

Junior

Hi i am arnav, i like F1, action movies, and a lot more cool things. I joined this society because it empowered me to make something bigger than me, and to be able to create code to help in so many situations.

Shreshtha

Freshman

Shreshtha is an active CSHS member interested in coding, collaboration, and project-based learning. Full member bio coming soon.

Tejas

Sophomore

Hi, my name is Tejas, in my free time I like to play sports, listen to music, and play instruments. I additionally love helping people, which is why I joined this club, to make a difference in my community through skills I'm good at, one of those being coding, and I hope to achieve that through our club's extensive support.

Jeremiah

Sophomore

I'm Jeremiah a sophomore. I'm thrilled to be a part of the Computer Science Honors Society, because it helps me to progress my skills in the field and connect with peers that have similar interests to mine.

Bhuvan

Junior

I'm Bhuvan and I am a junior.

Our Values

As members of the Computer Science Honor Society, we emphasize collaboration among members through the development of innovative solutions. Additionally, CSHS prioritizes community engagement, with members contributing to both the growth of the tech community and the advancement of the discipline through outreach, mentorship, and service.

Why Join Us?

If you're passionate about technology and want to be part of a society that celebrates excellence, innovation, and service, CSHS is the place for you!

Membership Requirements

To be eligible for the Computer Science Honor Society, students must:

  • Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.5 or above overall.
  • Complete certifications or actively participate in other coding clubs or hackathons to improve upon coding skills.
  • Be committed to the field of computer science by engaging in personal projects or actively attending meetings.
  • Contribute to the community by tutoring kids or through other computer science related outreach.

AI Literacy Bootcamp & Hackathon

A five-day program introducing Phoenix-area students ages 13–18 to the fundamentals of AI and machine learning — culminating in a community-focused hackathon. Launching under new chapter leadership in 2026–2027.

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Unlike traditional AI programs that rely on passive instruction and pre-cleaned datasets, participants will collect their own data, train their own machine learning models, and compete in a culminating hackathon centered around real-world community problems. A professional AI/ML instructor pairs with our dedicated chapter staff to create a beginner-friendly, hands-on environment accessible to any student regardless of prior experience.

Every participant receives a certificate of completion regardless of competition outcome — because we believe confidence and understanding matter more than winning.

Problem Tracks

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Environmental Monitoring

Build models that detect or predict environmental patterns using locally collected sensor data.

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Community Resources

Use AI to organize, surface, or recommend community services for underserved Phoenix residents.

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Accessibility in Public Spaces

Design tools that help identify or reduce accessibility barriers in everyday environments.

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Audio & Communication

Explore speech and language models to assist nonverbal users or overcome communication barriers.

Phoenix-area youth are growing up in a world shaped by artificial intelligence yet most have no understanding of how it works or how it can be used to address real community needs. Without that foundation, AI becomes something students consume rather than something they understand and shape.

Free entry removes economic barriers so any student regardless of background can participate. By partnering with local nonprofits directly connected to our four problem tracks, students receive insight from the people living these problems — ensuring what they build is grounded in reality rather than theory.

KEY INSIGHT

A student building a model that recognizes speech patterns to assist someone who is nonverbal or hard of hearing isn't just writing code — they're developing empathy, critical thinking, and the ability to communicate real-world solutions clearly.

By the end of the program, every participant will be able to:

  • Explain in plain language how AI and ML systems work
  • Collect and label their own datasets using accessible tools
  • Train a beginner-friendly machine learning model
  • Apply AI responsibly while recognizing ethical considerations like bias and privacy

Measurable Targets

Students completing full program 30–60
Train at least one ML model on self-collected data 100%
Report increased confidence with AI tools (post-survey) 80%+
Teams publish fully documented project to GitHub 100%

Teams of 3–4 compete for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes. Every participant leaves with a completed project, a digital portfolio entry, and a verifiable certificate of completion. Year 1 data and curriculum guides are designed to support program expansion to additional Phoenix-area schools in future years.

5-Day Schedule

Introduction to machine learning concepts, ethics, and the problem tracks. Teams form and begin collecting their own real-world datasets using phones, sensors, or provided tools.
Hands-on session cleaning and labeling collected data. Teams train their first ML models using beginner-friendly tools with instructor support. Discuss bias and data quality.
Teams refine models based on test results. Local nonprofit partners share firsthand perspectives on the community problems students are solving, grounding the work in real-world context.
Teams integrate models into a working application and document their process on GitHub. Focus on clear communication: how does your tool work, who does it help, and why does it matter?
Teams present to a panel of educator-judges. Awards for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. Every participant receives their certificate of completion and celebrates their first AI project.