

AI Innovator Challenge
Students put their AI design skills to the test to make an impact in the world
Submissions closed April 30, 2024



AI Innovator Challenge
Students put their AI design skills to the test to make an impact in the world
Submissions closed April 30, 2024

Calling All Digital Creators!
We are looking for AI Designers and Creators who are solving real world problems as they engage with Generative AI tools. If you are interested in creating a project that exemplifies creativity, purposeful design and inclusivity, we’re looking for you!
Unlock Your Potential as An AI Innovator
The AI Innovator Challenge invites all students with a passion for change to showcase their talents by providing an exciting opportunity to learn about and use AI tools to design solutions for real-world problems. Join ISTE+ASCD, Intel, and Lenovo to engage with AI while collaborating with peers to make a positive difference.
What is the AI Innovator Challenge?
Students create a resource with generative AI supporting its safe and responsible use. The AI Innovator Challenge is designed to empower students as designers, creators and innovators as they help others learn to use artificial intelligence (AI) in ethical, safe and responsible ways. This year’s theme centers around using AI to promote digital inclusion and responsible digital citizenship, addressing the UN Sustainable Development Goals of Reduced Inequalities and Quality Education. Using approved Generative AI tools and resources found in Intel’s Skills for Innovation Activities, students will create a digital product to support others in using these powerful tools in positive ways.
ISTE+ASCD, Intel, and Lenovo recognize the transformative opportunities of AI in education. Through the AI Innovator Challenge, we are excited to empower students to unleash their creativity using AI, foster digital citizenship, and drive meaningful change in their communities.
The top three teams will be flown to San Antonio to present at ISTELive 25. Don't miss out on your chance to make your mark as a digital creator and experience the vibrant community in San Antonio!
Who's Eligible?
The challenge is open to teams of up to 3 high school students (grades 9-12) with a teacher sponsor.
How to Participate:
STEP 1: Download the Challenge Overview PDF
STEP 2: Register for Webinars
Register to attend webinars based on your role and needs:
District and School Leaders
- Leading and Supporting the AI Innovator Challenge: March 6 or 11
- Building Meaningful AI Learning Opportunities: March 13
- Strengthening Students' AI Literacy: March 20
Challenge Teams
- Leading and Supporting the AI Innovator Challenge: March 6 or 11
- Guiding the Development Process: March 20
- Testing and Pitching Solutions: April 3
STEP 3: Submit your Application!
The submissions process will close on April 18, 2025.
What Happens After Submission?
Industry partners from Intel, Lenovo, and others as well as educators judge projects using a rubric focused on innovation, impact, digital citizenship and more. The top 3 teams will then attend ISTELive 25 to showcase their work!
Past Winners & Projects
ISTELive Showcase Projects
These students presented their projects at ISTELive 24 in Denver, Colorado.
- DyslexiScan, Shaheed Rajpal DAV Public School
- SAIG 007, Prepa Anahuac México Campus Cumbres
- SDG Heroes, Oldham County Schools
Featured Projects
- AI Future Nation, El Segundo Unified School District
- imagineAI, Public Schools of Brookline
- Readify, The Bombay International School

Download the Challenge Overview PDF
Get all the key details about the AI Innovator Challenge in our PDF overview. Learn about the goals, timeline, judging criteria and more.
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