During a recent school board meeting, a parent from Alta Vista raised serious concerns regarding the use of artificial intelligence (AI) detection software by teachers in the district. The parent highlighted two instances of false accusations against their child, emphasizing that the evidence used in these cases was collected through AI software downloaded onto a teacher's personal device.

The parent pointed out that the teacher lacked the necessary expertise in statistical analysis and the reliability of such software. They noted that while there are trained experts within the district who have advised against the use of these AI tools for enforcement purposes, the current policy allows teachers to independently utilize these resources without proper oversight.

Furthermore, the parent referenced communications from state authorities, which have reiterated the unreliability of the software and advised against its use in educational settings. Despite these warnings, the district has not implemented a formal policy to restrict the use of such technology by teachers.

The parent called on the board to impose a moratorium on the use of AI detection software in the classroom until formal guidance is received from the state. They expressed concern that allowing teachers to use unverified tools could lead to further unjust accusations against students. The parent’s request underscores the need for a review of current practices regarding technology use in educational environments to ensure student safety and fairness.