## Overview The **Presidential AI Challenge** is a national competition for K-12 students, launched by Executive Order and administered by the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy in partnership with ORISE. Students design and build AI-powered solutions that address real-world problems in their communities. Winners advance through state and regional rounds to compete at the **national finals held at the White House**. --- ## Student Tracks ### Track I: AI Proposal (Grades K-12) - Submit a **written proposal** (up to 500 words) describing an AI solution to a community problem - Include a visual poster summarizing your concept - No coding required -- focused on creative thinking and problem identification ### Track II: AI Implementation (Grades 6-12) - Build a **working AI prototype** that solves a real-world community challenge - Submit a demo video (up to 3 minutes) showcasing your solution - Include documentation of your approach, data sources, and impact --- ## What to Submit - **Track I:** 500-word narrative + poster (PDF or image) - **Track II:** 500-word narrative + demo video (up to 3 min) + project documentation - All submissions must clearly explain the community problem, your AI approach, and expected impact --- ## Timeline - **Registration Opens:** September 2025 - **Submissions Due:** January 2026 - **State Judging:** March 2026 - **Regional Finals:** April 2026 - **National Finals (White House):** Late April 2026 --- ## Eligibility - Open to all **U.S. citizens and permanent residents** - Grades **K-12** (both tracks); Track II requires Grade 6+ - Individual or team submissions (up to 4 students) - Must be enrolled in a U.S. school or homeschool program --- ## Sample Project Ideas - **AI Tutoring System** -- Personalized learning assistant that adapts to student skill levels - **Computer Vision for Accessibility** -- App that helps visually impaired users navigate public spaces - **Environmental Monitoring** -- AI-powered system to track local air or water quality - **Mental Health Chatbot** -- Supportive AI companion that connects students with resources - **Food Waste Reduction** -- Smart system for school cafeterias to minimize food waste - **Community Safety** -- AI analysis of traffic patterns to identify dangerous intersections --- ## Competition Structure 1. **State Level** -- Submissions judged by state panels of educators and industry professionals 2. **Regional Level** -- Top state winners compete in regional showcases 3. **National Finals** -- Regional champions present at the White House before a panel of national judges --- ## Resources - [Official Challenge Website](https://www.ai.gov/initiatives/presidential-challenge) - [Registration and Submission Portal](https://orise.orau.gov/ai-challenge/complete-the-challenge/index.html) - [Challenge Rules and Guidelines](https://orise.orau.gov/ai-challenge/)