AI Alliance

As AI continues to reshape industries—including education—leaders need a clear, practical understanding of what it is and what it isn’t. This session lays the groundwork by exploring the history, core concepts, and types of AI, while also addressing common misconceptions. Designed specifically for district and campus leaders, this conversation will build a shared language and foundation to support strategic decision-making and future planning around AI implementation in schools.

As AI tools become more prevalent in classrooms, school leaders are tasked with ensuring their use is ethical, legal, and aligned with district values. This session will focus on the critical policy and ethical considerations surrounding AI, including data privacy, FERPA compliance, academic integrity, copyright, and responsible use. Through real-world case studies and collaborative discussion, participants will consider policy that supports safe, transparent, and thoughtful AI integration at both the campus and district levels.

The success of AI in education hinges on how well we support the educators using it. This session focuses on building scalable, sustainable professional development strategies that foster teacher confidence and buy-in. We’ll explore change management principles, PD delivery models, and effective support structures that meet teachers where they are. Leaders will engage in a hands-on design sprint to craft actionable PD plans and explore the role of teacher ambassadors in driving grassroots adoption across campuses.

AI integration isn't about replacing educators—it's about empowering them. In this session, leaders will explore practical ways AI can enhance instruction and student learning through real, standards-aligned use cases. From time-saving teacher tools to student-centered learning supports, we’ll highlight AI applications that fit seamlessly into existing instructional strategies. Participants will engage in a hands-on lesson design workshop and tool showcase to better understand how to support teachers in using AI meaningfully and responsibly in the classroom.

AI has the potential to transform how we use data to meet individual student needs—but only with thoughtful implementation. This session will focus on how AI can support personalized learning through formative assessment, real-time feedback, and adaptive instructional tools. Campus and district leaders will explore how AI-driven insights can align with MTSS frameworks and enhance student support systems. Through interactive sandbox simulations and protocol development, participants will walk away with practical ideas for using AI to make data more actionable and instruction more responsive.

Preparing students for an AI-powered world means going beyond using tools—it means teaching them how AI works, where it falls short, and how to engage with it responsibly. This session will help leaders define key AI competencies for students, including critical thinking, prompt engineering, and recognizing bias in AI outputs. Participants will explore strategies for integrating AI literacy into existing curricula and brainstorm project-based learning ideas that make these skills relevant and engaging. We’ll also begin mapping out how AI literacy can fit across grade levels and content areas.

Effective AI integration requires more than internal readiness—it demands clear, confident communication with the broader school community. In this session, leaders will explore strategies for building trust and understanding among key stakeholders, including parents, school boards, and community partners. We'll discuss how to frame AI’s role in education, address common concerns, and craft messaging that resonates. Participants will engage in a panel discussion featuring administrators and parents who are navigating these conversations firsthand.

The future of AI in education is too big to tackle alone. This session focuses on building momentum through collaboration—sharing what’s working, learning from each other, and aligning efforts across districts. Leaders will engage in roundtable discussions, mini-pitch sessions, and a showcase of innovative practices to spark new ideas and inspire collective action. Whether you're piloting AI tools or refining policy, this session is about breaking down silos and creating a network of support that accelerates progress for everyone involved.

As we wrap up year one of the AI Alliance, it’s time to reflect, celebrate, and plan forward. This session will focus on sustaining momentum, evaluating impact, and exploring future trends that will shape the next phase of AI in schools. Participants will share key takeaways from their districts, provide feedback to strengthen the Alliance and contribute to a collaborative roadmap for year two. Through presentations and strategic discussions, we’ll ensure that the work done this year continues to grow in depth, reach, and impact.