The AI Balancing Act: Policies, Practices, and Purpose for Schools (Implement AI in schools with policies, purpose, and practical guidance.)

AI is transforming classrooms—but many schools struggle to implement it effectively. The AI Balancing Act goes beyond theory and tools, offering a complete, district-level road map for AI implementation from start to finish. This guide equips district leaders and administrators to create policies, build AI Impact Teams, and implement AI safely, ethically, and strategically across their schools. Readers will: Embrace and navigate AI implementation and build awareness of its risks and benefits Develop policies and systems to ensure individuals use AI ethically Implement ongoing training for educators to keep current with emergent AI trends Promote greater AI literacy among educators, administrators, students, and families Enhance students’ educational experience through a learning progression that balances new technology with time-tested, essential college- and career-ready skills Contents: Introduction Chapter 1: The Promise and Perils of AI in Education Chapter 2: AI Policy Creation Chapter 3: Professional Development and Training for Educators Chapter 4: Education for Students and Families Epilogue Appendix: Resources for AI Implementation References Index