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Allentown board amends AI policy after debate over language on equitable access
Summary
The board’s policy committee revised Policy 8.15.1 on use of artificial intelligence in the district to comply with federal rules and later voted to restore two instances of the phrase “equitable access” after discussion about symbolism and legal risk.
The Allentown School District’s policy committee unanimously moved an amended artificial-intelligence policy to the full board on July 24 after members debated whether to restore language referencing “equitable access.”
The committee’s draft of Policy 8.15.1, presented by Dr. Lourdes Savoy (staff member), was revised to add verification and oversight language and to clarify that “Generative AI tools shall not be the sole determining factor” in decisions related to student learning, assessment, academic integrity, or conduct.
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