Artificial Intelligence is moving from experimentation to everyday infrastructure—and for public school systems, the decisions made now will shape student safety, staff capacity, and instructional innovation for years to come. This keynote provides Texas K–12 administrators with a clear, non-technical view of the current AI landscape and the practical considerations that matter most in public education.
We’ll cover:
- The state of the AI industry—what’s real, what’s hype, and what’s changing quickly (tools, vendors, costs, and capabilities)
- Public AI vs. Private AI for K–12—key differences in data handling, privacy risk, transparency, governance, and operational control
- Student safety and protections—guardrails to reduce exposure to inappropriate content, data leakage, bias, and unsafe or unreliable outputs
- District-ready governance—policy considerations, acceptable-use expectations, staff training, and responsible implementation pathways
- Practical next steps—how to evaluate AI tools and design a strategy that supports learning while protecting students and the district
Attendees will leave with a shared language for AI decision-making, a risk-aware framework for evaluating tools, and actionable guidance to help their district adopt AI responsibly, safely, and sustainably.
