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Students and parents urge unified AI policy in Wake County Schools
Summary
A senior and other speakers urged the board to create a unified, student‑informed AI policy for Wake County Schools, citing preparation for future work and concerns about guidance, equity and safety. Parents and the group CARE urged removing generative AI from student devices until a district policy is adopted.
Reina Gorthe, a senior at Green Level High School, told the board that students across Wake County are already using artificial intelligence tools and that the district needs a single, clear policy that balances preparation with safeguards. "Excluding students from learning this generation's most powerful tool carries a far greater risk than the alternative," she said, urging the board to create "one clear unified standard" and to include students and teachers on an advisory group.
A parent and founder of CARE, Caitlin Sanderson, delivered a separate petition on behalf of more than 160 local parents, teachers and students asking the district to temporarily remove generative AI tools from student devices until an evidence‑based policy is implemented. Sanderson said the group's request is not for a permanent ban but to ensure student safety and learning outcomes: "We urge you to temporarily remove generative AI tools from student devices until an evidence based AI use policy is passed." She cited concerns about student wellbeing and mixed research on AI’s classroom effects.
Board members thanked the student speakers and said they would center student voices as policy work proceeds. Dr. Taylor acknowledged the complexity and said staff will engage stakeholders while drafting guidance. The public comments made on the record ask the board to create both clear guardrails and ongoing student participation in policy design.
