Artificial Intelligence Position Statement

1. Enhancing Teaching and Learning

• AI tools will support personalized instruction by adapting content to students' needs.
• AI-powered platforms will provide immediate feedback, helping students track progress and improve performance.
• Educators will leverage AI to streamline grading, create customized assessments, and analyze student learning trends.

2. Achieving Operational Excellence

• AI will help optimize resources, such as staffing, classroom materials, and budgeting.
• Automated systems will enhance scheduling, attendance tracking, and administrative workflows. 
• AI-driven analytics will inform strategic planning and improve efficiency across the district.

3. Preparing Future-Ready Students

• AI literacy will be integrated across grade levels to teach students about AI concepts, applications, and ethics.
• Partnerships with businesses and higher education institutions will provide students with real-world AI exposure.
• STEM programs will incorporate AI-focused projects, coding, and machine-learning activities.

4. Fostering Community Engagement

• CCPS will provide AI workshops, webinars, and training sessions for parents and community members.
• Open forums and feedback platforms will be available for stakeholders to share concerns or ask questions about AI use.
• Collaboration with community partners will ensure AI policies align with the values and needs of the district.

1. AI Literacy in the Curriculum

• Integrate AI education into existing curricula to teach students foundational AI concepts and real-world applications.
• Promote ethical AI use, including bias awareness and data privacy.

2. Targeted Pilot Programs

• Test AI tools in select schools to evaluate effectiveness before broader implementation.
• Use data and stakeholder feedback to refine AI applications.

3. Comprehensive Professional Development

• Provide ongoing training for educators and staff on AI tools and ethical considerations.
• Offer ongoing training on AI uses and misuse and safety considerations to parents and the community.
• Offer leadership development to guide AI integration.

4. Strategic Resource Allocation

• Ensure schools have the infrastructure and secure systems to support AI implementation.
• Address resource gaps for equitable AI access across the district.

5. Clear and Ethical Policy Development

• Develop AI policies that prioritize data security, fairness, and transparency.
• Collaborate with parents, educators, and students to align policies with community values.

6. Ongoing Evaluation and Improvement

• Conduct regular audits and feedback assessments to refine AI practices.
• Stay updated on advancements in AI and adjust strategies as needed.

1. Equitable and Inclusive Access – AI tools will be age-appropriate, accessible to all students, and designed to bridge technological disparities.
2. Privacy, Security, and Legal Compliance – AI implementation will follow FERPA, COPPA, CIPA, and other relevant regulations to ensure student and staff data protection.
3. Human Oversight and Accountability – AI will support, not replace educators, and all decisions will involve human judgment.
4. Ethical AI Use – AI will be used transparently and responsibly, with proactive measures to mitigate bias and misinformation.
5. Comprehensive AI Training and Development – Staff will receive ongoing AI professional learning to ensure proper implementation, and students will be educated on responsible AI use.
6. Community and Parental Engagement – CCPS will engage families and stakeholders to promote understanding and transparency in AI use.
7. Continuous Review and Improvement – AI policies will be regularly reviewed to align with technological advancements and educational needs.

1. Data Privacy and Security

CCPS ensures all AI implementations comply with legal privacy and security requirements:

• FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act): Protects student records.
• COPPA (Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act): Safeguards children’s personal information online.
• CIPA (Children’s Internet Protection Act): Regulates safe internet access for students. Only district-approved AI tools that meet these legal and ethical requirements will be permitted for use.

2. Algorithmic Transparency and Fairness

• AI tools must provide clear, understandable outputs to maintain trust.
• Collaboration with vendors to audit AI tools for bias and ensure equitable outcomes.
• Vendor accountability to meet CCPS’s ethical standards with transparent documentation.

3. Human Oversight and Responsibility

• Ensuring human involvement in all AI-driven educational and administrative decisions.
• Establishing protocols to review AI recommendations for alignment with district policies.
• Ongoing training for educators to effectively integrate AI while maintaining leadership in decision-making.

For students under the age of 13, additional precautions will be taken to ensure AI is used safely and responsibly:

• AI tools used by students under 13 must comply with COPPA regulations and require parental consent when necessary.
• AI access for younger students will be strictly limited to district-approved, age-appropriate applications that support learning.
• Personal data from students under 13 will not be collected, stored, or shared without explicit district and parental approval.
• Teachers will receive specialized training to ensure they understand how to safely incorporate AI for younger students while protecting privacy.
• AI interactions for students under 13 will always include human supervision to ensure ethical and appropriate use.

Permitted Uses:

• AI-assisted lesson planning and content creation.
• Adaptive learning platforms that personalize instruction.
• AI-powered language translation and accessibility tools.
• Data-driven assessments to support student progress.

Prohibited Uses:

• AI-generated student work submitted as original.
• AI tools that collect personal data without parental consent.
• AI-driven decision-making in grading or disciplinary actions without human review.

Approved Uses:

• AI-powered scheduling, transportation management, and resource allocation.
• AI chatbots to support administrative communication.
• Automated data analysis for school improvement initiatives.

Restricted Uses:

• AI applications that lack transparency in decision-making.
• AI tools without district approval or compliance verification.

CCPS will provide ongoing training for educators and staff, covering:

• AI’s role in education and operations.
• Ethical considerations and responsible AI use.
• Data privacy and cybersecurity best practices.

Students will receive age-appropriate AI literacy instruction to ensure responsible use of AI tools and awareness of AI’s limitations.

CCPS is committed to fostering strong parental and community engagement by providing multiple opportunities for collaboration and transparency in AI implementation:

• Workshops and Training Sessions: Parents and community members will be invited to attend workshops and training sessions designed to explain AI tools, their applications in education, and best practices for safe and ethical AI use.

• Informational Resources: CCPS will provide accessible resources, including brochures, videos, and online content, to educate families about AI and its impact on learning. These sites provide more helpful information: AI for Education, TeachAI, and Day of AI.

• Open Forums and Feedback Mechanisms: The district will establish open forums and digital platforms where parents, students, and community members can voice concerns, ask questions, and provide feedback regarding AI use in classrooms and schools.

• Collaborative Decision-Making: Community input will be considered in shaping AI policies, ensuring that diverse perspectives contribute to the district’s approach to AI integration.

To ensure responsible AI use, CCPS will:

• Conduct regular audits of AI tools to ensure they meet ethical and legal standards.
• Maintain a feedback system for students, staff, and parents to report AI-related concerns.
• Adapt policies based on emerging research and technology advancements.