The White House has launched the Presidential AI Challenge to foster interest and expertise in Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology among America's youth.
About the Challenge
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.
Why It Matters
- Equip youth with foundational knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in an increasingly digital society.
- Empower educators to confidently guide students through this complex and evolving field.
- Connect students and educators with AI experts from industry and government for guidance, coaching, inspiration, and collaboration.
- Provide widespread access to resources, training, and support.
Key Information
- Open To: Youth teams in grades K–12; each team must have a supervising adult such as a parent, mentor, educator, or community leader. Educator teams are also eligible.
- Registration Opens: September 2025, click for the full timeline
- Challenge Website: https://www.ai.gov/initiatives/presidential-challenge
- Contact: For questions regarding the Presidential AI Challenge, please email AI.Challenge@science.doe.gov
How You Can Help
- Share the Challenge with your networks—schools, youth programs, educators, parents, and community leaders.
- Encourage local schools, afterschool and out-of-school programs, or youth- serving organizations to participate and/or support team formation.
- Promote registration via newsletters, social media, and events with the resources below
