Resources for Families

Understand how AI is being used in your child's education and how you can support safe, effective learning.

Welcome, Parents and Guardians!

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming part of your child's educational experience. This page helps you understand what AI means for your child's learning, how schools are keeping students safe, and how you can support your child at home.

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Parent Information Letters

Download ready-to-share letters in multiple languages explaining AI policies and practices.

📄 Welcome Letter: AI in Our Schools

Introduction to how AI is being used in the classroom and what it means for your child.

🛡️ AI Safety & Privacy Letter

How we protect your child's data and ensure safe AI use in educational settings.

🏠 Supporting AI Learning at Home

Practical tips for parents to support responsible AI use for homework and learning.

🎓 Learning.com Partnership Info

Information about our AI curriculum partnership with Learning.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is AI and how is it used in my child's classroom?
AI (Artificial Intelligence) includes tools like ChatGPT, Grammarly, and educational apps that can help students learn. In the classroom, AI might be used to provide personalized practice problems, help with writing feedback, or create study materials. Teachers always supervise AI use to ensure it supports, not replaces, actual learning.
Is my child's data safe when using AI tools?
Yes, schools only use AI tools that comply with student privacy laws like FERPA and COPPA. We carefully vet all AI tools before approval, ensuring they don't sell student data, use appropriate security measures, and allow parents to review or delete their child's information upon request.
How do I know if my child is using AI appropriately for homework?
Appropriate AI use means using it as a tool to help understand concepts, not to do the work for them. Ask your child to explain their work in their own words. If they used AI, they should be able to tell you how and cite it properly. Check with teachers about their specific AI policies for assignments.
What if my family doesn't have access to AI tools at home?
Schools ensure all required AI tools are accessible during school hours. For homework, alternative non-AI methods are always acceptable. If your child needs access to technology, please contact your school about device lending programs or computer lab hours. No student will be penalized for lack of home technology access.
Can I opt my child out of AI use at school?
Yes, parents can request alternative assignments that don't require AI use. Please contact your child's teacher or principal to discuss your concerns and create an alternative learning plan. We respect family choices while ensuring your child still meets all learning objectives.
How can I learn more about AI myself?
We offer parent information sessions throughout the year. You can also explore our "Start Here" section on this website for basic AI information. Many free resources are available online, and your school librarian can recommend age-appropriate resources to explore AI together with your child.
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Tips for Supporting Your Child

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Start Conversations

Ask your child about AI tools they use at school. What do they find helpful? What's challenging? Open dialogue helps you stay informed and shows your interest in their learning.

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Set Home Guidelines

Establish clear rules about AI use for homework. Decide together when it's okay to use AI for help and when work should be done independently.

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Learn Together

Explore AI tools together with your child. This helps you understand what they're using and shows that learning about technology is a lifelong process.

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Emphasize Ethics

Discuss the importance of honesty and citing sources. Help your child understand that using AI without attribution is a form of plagiarism.

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Monitor Screen Time

AI tools are accessed through devices. Maintain healthy screen time limits and ensure AI use doesn't replace physical activities or social interaction.

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Stay Connected

Join parent groups, attend school meetings, and stay informed about your school's AI policies. Your involvement makes a difference.