About us

About Us

Welcome to K.I.T.E

If you’re passionate about equipping high schoolers across the country with essential computer science skills, you’re in the right place.

At K.I.T.E, we are on a mission to empower the next generation with knowledge in cutting-edge technology. We focus on educating high school students about computer science topics such as Machine Learning, coding languages, data structures, web development, and more. We believe that a strong foundation in technology is key to unlocking endless possibilities for the future.

Inside a Chapter Lecture

How We Achieve Our Mission:

We operate through chapters established in different high schools nationwide. These chapters serve as hubs for knowledge dissemination, where our dedicated chapter leaders play a pivotal role. Our leaders utilize materials available on our website or create their own, ensuring a comprehensive and engaging learning experience for students.

K.I.T.E is not just about lessons; we believe in the power of hands-on learning and networking. To complement our educational efforts, we organize events such as hackathons, conferences, and seminars. These gatherings provide students with opportunities to apply their knowledge, connect with like-minded peers, and gain insights from industry professionals.

Are you enthusiastic about contributing to our cause? Whether you’re interested in website development, starting a chapter in your local high school, or any other form of support, we welcome your involvement. Your skills and passion can make a significant impact on the educational journey of high school students.

Meet The Team

Shashwath Inamdar

CEO/Cofounder

While presenting at a research conference at MIT, Shashwath discovered the large discrepancy between how some high schools teach computer science education and how his high school taught computer science. Since his school didn’t have many resources to teach students about computer science, he mainly had to learn how to code outside of the classroom. This inspired him to start KITE, an online community where interested students can learn how to code for free.

Armaan
Shah

President/Cofounder

The large disparity in computer science education was revealed to Armaan when he wasn’t able to take computer science in high school. Finding this disturbing, Armaan partnered with Shashwath to help bridge the gap in computer science education.  Collectively, they  created a non-profit that would teach students how to code. Piled with his love for coding and his drive to help his community he aspires to create an impact with our upcoming work!

Nathan He

Vice President

Rylee Hernandez

Director of Marketing

Derek Hsu

Executive Coding Officer

Anika Antala

Educational Specialist

Isha Patel

Executive Coding Officer

Erick Lozoya

Spanish Translator