The Day of AI Challenge ends on February 13, 2026.

The Day of AI Challenge

How can we use AI to propel our nation to
new heights of scientific and economic achievement?

The Day of AI Challenge invites students across America to develop innovative AI-powered solutions to real-world problems. This national competition encourages critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration while building essential AI literacy skills.

Timeline

  • ★
    November 5, 2025: The Day of AI America launches!
  • ★
    November - January: Students work on their projects with teacher guidance
  • ★
    February 13, 2026: Final submission deadline for all projects
  • ★
    March 2026: Judging period
  • ★
    April 2026: Winners announced
  • ★
    May 2026: White House event for Gold Medal winners

Judges

Projects will be evaluated by a distinguished panel of experts from government, education, and the technology sector:

  • ★The Chair of the AI Task Force
  • ★The Secretary of Education
  • ★Various technology and state education

Awards

Three awards for each grade band group:

  • 🥇Gold Medal
  • 🥈Silver Medal
  • 🥉Bronze Medal

Grand Prize

Gold Medal schools will attend an event at the White House later in the year

Challenge Categories

AI for Education

How can AI improve learning experiences and educational outcomes for students?

AI for Health

How can AI help address health challenges and improve well-being in communities?

AI for Environment

How can AI help address environmental challenges and promote sustainability?

AI for Community

How can AI strengthen communities and address local challenges?

How to Participate

  1. Register your school: Teachers must register their class or school to participate in the challenge.
  2. Access curriculum materials: Use our grade-appropriate AI curriculum to help students understand AI concepts.
  3. Form student teams: Students work in small groups to identify a problem and develop an AI-powered solution.
  4. Create a project: Teams develop their ideas and create a presentation that explains their solution.
  5. Submit by the deadline: All projects must be submitted by February 13, 2026.