Board debates adopting an AI policy; some members call it premature
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Summary
The board reviewed draft policy 7540.09 on artificial intelligence. Technology staff said the draft aligns with current practice; some board members called the policy too general and unnecessary while others said it recognizes AI27s potential and provides a framework pending state guidance.
Richmond Community Schools board members reviewed a new draft policy (7540.09) addressing the use of artificial intelligence in education and operations.
The director of technology reviewed the draft and told the board it aligned with current district practices. Some board members said the policy was a useful signal that the district recognizes the potential positive impacts of AI and that state-level guidance and model policies are expected. Other members described the draft as too general or premature, noting there is not yet detailed state guidance and expressing concern that the policy adds little beyond existing technology policies.
Board members discussed whether to include an option that would require the district to inventory AI platforms and create a submission and review process for teacher/administrator requests to use an AI platform; some members recommended leaving inventory and review processes out of the policy to avoid prescriptive language. No formal vote was taken; staff will bring a revised draft based on board feedback.
