Introduction

The contest is open to all youth in grades K-12 and to all teachers interested in making their world a better place and learning more about the possibilities of artificial intelligence.  There are three tracks.  Each group will contain 1-4 members and must have a mentor.  Each adult mentor must be an approved 4-H volunteer.  Please contact your local 4-H educator for assistance in finding a mentor or to explore volunteering as a 4-H mentor.

1. Track one: Proposal: create an in-depth proposal on how AI could address a community challenge
   1. Grades K-5
   2. Grades 6-12
2. Track two: Technical/Implementation: build a solution that addresses a community challenge.
   1. Grades K-5
   2. Grades 6-12
3. Track three: Educators Only Best practices – transformative teaching

The Presidential AI Challenge is a national challenge where K-12 youth, educators, mentors, and community teams come together to solve real-world problems in their communities using AI-powered solutions, with an opportunity to showcase their solutions at a national level. Students and educators of all backgrounds and expertise are encouraged to participate and ignite a new spirit of innovation as we celebrate 250 years of independence and look forward to the next 250 years.

For official rules and guidelines visit:

https://www.ai.gov/initiatives/presidential-challenge

• Ignite your imagination and bring your ideas to life with AI.
• Get early exposure to real AI skills that are shaping the future.
• Help make your world a better place.
• Connect with AI and technology experts in your community
• Boost your college or scholarship applications with real-world experience.

Choose to compete for prizes and national recognition.