The 6–12 Student Guide to Generative AI is a condensed, student-friendly version of the Johnston County Public Schools (JCPS) expectations for appropriate AI use. It helps middle and high school students understand how to use generative AI tools responsibly, ethically, and effectively in both school and personal learning.
Summarize JCPS guidelines for AI use in a way that’s accessible to students
Introduce what generative AI is and how it works
Set clear expectations for ethical and appropriate use in academics
Promote critical thinking around when and why to use AI
Encourage responsible decision-making and academic integrity
As a reference when AI is introduced in class
To support digital citizenship lessons and AI literacy
To guide students in using AI as a tool for learning, not a shortcut
As a companion to teacher and parent conversations about AI use
This guide empowers students to explore AI with curiosity and confidence—while staying aligned with JCPS values and policies.
The 0 to Infinity Student AI Use Continuum is a framework designed to help educators understand and guide students’ progression in using generative AI tools in a responsible, ethical, and increasingly sophisticated way. It emphasizes developmental readiness, appropriate usage, and AI literacy, moving from no use ("0") to independent, creative, and critical use ("∞").
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming part of everyday life, and it's changing the way we learn, create, and solve problems. This five-part microlearning series is designed to help students in grades 6–12 understand how to use AI responsibly, safely, and effectively in school.
Each short video explores an important aspect of AI, including:
AI in Education: What Students Need to Know
AI, Privacy, and Security: How to Stay Safe
Building AI Literacy: Helping Students Think Critically
AI's Benefits and Risks in Education
AI and JCPS: What Students Should Know
Throughout the series, you'll learn how AI works, when it's appropriate to use AI for learning, how to protect your personal information, and why it's important to think critically about AI-generated content. You'll also become familiar with JCPS expectations for responsible, ethical, and academically honest use of AI.
These videos are designed to help you become a confident, informed, and responsible user of AI, preparing you to make smart decisions in the classroom and beyond.