Exploring AI In District 30

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape our world, the educators in District 30 have collaboarated to explore the many ways AI can impact learning and craft a comprehensive approach to integrating AI in our schools. This summer, a curriculum review team developed a philosophy and best practice document to ensure that we harness AI's potential while maintaining our commitment to academic integrity and student growth. 

Our Vision

We believe in preparing students to become responsible digital navigators who can thoughtfully engage with AI technologies. Our approach balances innovation with careful consideration of security, privacy, and academic honesty.

Key Points of Our AI Policy:

• Students will use AI only under teacher guidance and must cite any AI-generated content
• All AI tools must be district-approved to ensure quality and student privacy protection
• Staff will help students develop critical thinking skills about AI-generated content
• AI will be used to enhance, not replace, human creativity and judgment

Guiding Principles

Our AI integration focuses on:

• Supporting personalized learning opportunities
• Fostering inclusive educational environments
• Promoting responsible digital citizenship
• Maintaining academic integrity
• Protecting student privacy and security

The complete AI policy document is available below. We encourage everyone to review it and reach out with any questions about how we're incorporating AI to enhance your child's educational experience.

District 30:  AI Beliefs and Practices Document

District 30 AI Resource Decision MAP
 

Approved AI Tools for District 30

Google Gemini	As part of our Google Workspace for Education license, there are elements of Google’s AI product integrated throughout apps on student and teacher iPads.
Adobe Firefly	This AI image generation tool is part of District 30's Adobe Creative Cloud license. Teachers may need to request approval from the district when first logging in.
Magic School AI	District 30 purchased a professional license for all teachers to use Magic School in the coming year. It is a robust set of tools that can help teachers with differentiation, communication and individualized learning.
Diffit AI	Diffit is an AI-powered tool that helps teachers create differentiated learning resources for students. It allows teachers to translate documents, change reading levels and create comprehension resources, among other capabilities.
Canva	This tool has added several AI driven features to automate tasks and enhance their current functionality.  Again, students and teachers can login with their District 30 Google credentials to access some features.