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Board hears AI framework proposal emphasizing three-tier risk approach and human oversight

Tornillo Independent School District Board of Trustees · July 30, 2026

Summary

District presented a three-tier AI framework that limits reliance on AI for discipline or high-risk decisions, ties use to district-licensed accounts, and stresses vendor vetting, data safeguards and teacher training.

District instructional and technical staff presented an AI framework and handbook structured around three risk tiers. Presenters described tier 1 as low risk, tier 2 moderate risk and tier 3 high risk, and said the district will favor tier‑1 safeguards and ensure human oversight for student and personnel matters. "We don't wanna rely on AI to give us discipline or referrals or set, you know, goals for students," one presenter said, explaining the district will avoid automated disciplinary decision-making.

Presenters also explained technical safeguards: using district‑licensed platforms tied to school email to retain ownership of data, vendor vetting questions (including kill switches), and plans for staff PD so teachers and students use AI ethically and productively.

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