Building an AI-ready generation for America’s future.

A standards-aligned program where students practice literacy, ethics,
and hands-on problem solving to become AI Innovators.
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Recognition & Features

AI Innovator Teacher and Student Challenge - grades 4-8

Win a scholarship as a teacher and student for participating by doing the curriculum and submitting an AI Innovator project.

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Inside the AI Innovators Curriculum

AI Creativity Module
Module Theme: How artists
and innovators use AI tools.
Learning Targets:
  • Describe how AI in creative work like film, publishing, and music.
Activities: Create a story, song, movie trailer, and invention with AI.
Entrepreneurship Module
Module Theme: How to harness AI innovation in entrepreneurship.
Learning Targets:
  • Learn how entrepreneurship and technology can intersect
Activities: Make a pitch deck and present an AI-powered venture.
Academics Module
Module Theme: AI in research, tutoring, and learning.
Learning Targets:
  • Develop strategies to use AI to boost learning, not replace work.
Activities: AI in research, tutoring, and learning.

Program Pillars

AI Literacy Through
Hands-On Learning
  • Informational and interactive lessons to introduce AI and apply it
  • Critical thinking modules (bias, ethics, misinformation).
  • Creative human-AI collaboration projects (art, writing, science).
Comprehensive AI 
Training for Educators
  • Self-paced modules and one-on-one instruction for teachers from "AI Mentors" 
  • Ongoing teacher community + support network
  • Classroom-ready facilitation kits to help teachers become the
Future-Ready Careers
& Civic Impact
  • Spotlight on real AI careers (healthcare, climate, media, civics).
  • Applied “grand challenge” projects tied to global issues.
  • Creative student portfolios that show AI proficiency.

Implementation Models

In-Class Module

8 lessons and projects spaced throughout the semester

Duration: 45–60 minutes each every week

After-School / Summer

5 day accelerated program and final showcase

Duration: day-long activities

Community / Library / Nonprofit

1 family night + 5 sessions

2 hours per session, ideal for informal learning environments

Frequently Asked Questions

How do students access the curriculum?

Students can access lessons through both online and offline formats. Each module comes with physical books, printable guides and digital options, making it adaptable for any classroom or community setting.

How do you train teachers to teach AI literacy?

We offer flexible training tiers, from quick-start guides to self-paced workshops. No AI or computer science experience required.

What is the age range?

The curriculum is designed for 4th–8th grade students, with activities that can be adjusted for different learning levels and settings.

What resources are given to each school?

Each school receives hands-on teacher training, full lesson plans, student books, activity sheets, and facilitator guides. Modules are designed for 30–45 minutes each and include optional extensions for deeper projects.

What makes AI Innovators different from other STEM or AI programs?

Our curriculum blends creativity, ethics, and critical thinking. Students learn not just how AI works, but how it shapes art, business, and society. After each module, they complete hands-on projects and graduate with a portfolio of innovative AI work.