Guiding Principles

AI Supports Student Success
Connetquot leverages AI to help every student reach their educational goals by enhancing learning experiences and accessibility. Our commitment includes ensuring AI tools are available to all students, including those with learning challenges, while continuously evaluating their effectiveness in meeting diverse educational needs.

Compliance with Policies and Regulations
AI integration in Connetquot schools aligns with all relevant regulations, including EdLaw 2D. Our Data Protection Officer oversees a thorough vetting process to ensure that all AI platforms meet district security and compliance standards before implementation.

AI Literacy for Staff and Students
Developing AI literacy is essential for preparing students for the future. We provide guidance on when and how to use AI tools effectively, while also supporting teachers in adapting instruction in classrooms where AI is accessible.

Family Engagement in AI Education
Families will have access to resources and learning opportunities to better understand AI’s role in education. This includes workshops, information sessions, resource guides, ongoing communication, parent support groups, and online learning tools.

Balancing AI Opportunities and Risks
We actively explore the benefits of AI in education while addressing potential risks, including misinformation and bias. Our approach ensures thoughtful evaluation of when and how AI should be used in schools.

Academic Integrity and AI
Upholding honesty, trust, fairness, respect, and responsibility remains a priority. Students are expected to credit sources appropriately and submit work that genuinely reflects their own learning and efforts.

Ethical AI Use and Bias Monitoring
AI tools will be used responsibly, with ongoing assessments to identify and mitigate algorithmic biases that could impact student equity.

Preserving Student and Teacher Agency
While AI can enhance decision-making, students and educators remain the ultimate decision-makers. AI should serve as a tool for support, not as a replacement for human judgment and accountability.

Ongoing AI Evaluation and Monitoring
Recognizing the rapid evolution of AI, we commit to regularly auditing, reviewing, and refining our AI-related policies, procedures, and practices to ensure they remain effective and aligned with our district’s values.