Kids.gov is frequently asked, “How can I become the President when I grow up?” Help answer this question by creating an infographic or a poster that explains the process.
The winners will be featured on Kids.gov and the Best Overall Infographic will be printed as posters and distributed to schools and libraries across the country.
Prizes
Best Overall Infographic
The panel of judges will choose the best overall solution created by a person age 18 or older. It will be featured on Kids.gov, receive $2,500, and will be printed as posters for distribution to schools and libraries across the country.
Best Infographic by a Kid
The Kids.gov Team will choose the best solution created by a person under the age of 18. It will be featured on Kids.gov and receive $2,500.
People's Choice
The top five solutions as voted by the public will be featured on Kids.gov.
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
How to enter
Use the information from the Kids.gov's How Do I Become President page to create a poster that explains how to become the President of the United States. It doesn't matter how you create the poster, as long as you can upload a digital version. If you're a kid, ask an adult for help.
If you are 13-17 years old, you must have your parent or legal guardian complete the Consent Form and return a signed and scanned copy to kids.challenge@gsa.gov or fax it to 202-501-4281. Your entry will not be visible to the public until you return the completed form.
If you are under 13 years old, ask your parent or legal guardian to register to use the site for you. Your parent or legal guardian must complete the Consent Form and return a signed and scanned copy to kids.challenge@gsa.gov or fax it to 202-501-4281. Your entry will not be visible to the public until you return the completed form.
Judges
Ali Felski
Nicholas Felton
Arlene Hernandez
Manager of Kids.gov
Sarah Slobin
Mike Wirth
Judging Criteria
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Accuracy
Solutions will be judged based on details of the election process as outlined on Kids.gov’s How Do I Become President page. -
Clarity
Solutions will be evaluated on the expression of the process and overall aesthetic of the infographic. -
Age-Appropriate
Solutions must be understandable to kids ages 8-10.
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