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Board weighs removing virtual public comment, citing AI risks and access tradeoffs
Asheville City Schools Board of Education · October 13, 2025
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Summary
Superintendent recommended striking the single word 'virtual' from the public-comment policy because of staff time and AI/deepfake concerns. Board members debated access for those unable to attend in person and agreed to take the item forward for first read at the next session.
Superintendent Dr. Maggie told the board she recommended removing the word "virtual" from the district's public-comment policy to reduce staff time and to manage risks associated with AI-generated or altered video and audio.
"I would recommend that we take that out," Maggie said, adding that…
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