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At the School Board Meeting of March 13, 2024, School Board Vice Chair Monica Colucci proffered agenda item H-3, directing the Superintendent of Schools to review all applicable Federal Guidelines, State Statutes, State Board of Education Rules, School Board Policies, and any procedures/guidelines related to the use and implementation of AI, and if necessary, initiate rulemaking to existing and applicable School Board Policies, with respect to the use of AI.
Agenda item H-3 further directs to explore the feasibility of the Technology Advisory Committee assessing AI technologies; evaluate the extent to which AI is being used within the District; explain the method of evaluation used to select AI technologies for implementation by students and teachers within the District; explore the feasibility of educating parents/guardians on AI, and how it is being used by their child(ren); and compile the data used to measure the impact of AI on student learning.
The rapid proliferation of AI, along with concerns over misuse and data breaches, are prompting school districts to consider and establish or revise policies on its use. A report prepared in 2023 by the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Educational Technology acknowledges “the clear need” to develop classroom policies for using AI. Regular evaluation and feedback from stakeholders can help refine the implementation process and maximize the benefits of AI in education. Reviewing existing School Board Policies, guidelines, and procedures, from other school districts, or seeking guidance from educational organizations and experts, can provide valuable insights when developing AI policies for M-DCPS.
“We live in a technological world in which Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to rapidly evolve each day,” said Vice Chair Colucci. “As a School Board, it is our responsibility to ensure that technological tools in our classrooms are used in a secure and ethical manner. This item focuses on AI and its impact on our school district.”
