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AI Guidance for Arizona Schools, developed by the Arizona Institute for Education and the Economy in collaboration with Northern Arizona University, provides a framework for the responsible and effective implementation of Generative AI in K-12 education. This guidance aims to equip Arizona schools and educators with the necessary tools and common language to integrate AI into the classroom and education system confidently.
Are you ready to start thinking more deeply about AI implementation?
Are you ready to start thinking more deeply about AI implementation?
The Arizona Institute for Education and the Economy has partnered with Agua Fria Union High School District (AFUHSD) to offer additional support for schools and school systems who are ready to implement GenAI. The online “Playbook” offers ground level strategies, practical examples, and essential resources aligned with the Guidelines document.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the purpose of the guidance document?
The document aims to provide direction and a common language for Arizona schools and educators to effectively and responsibly implement Generative AI in the classroom.
Who developed the Arizona AI Guidance?
An incredibly committed and talented group of Arizona educators and educational technology specialists served on the core team that shaped the guidance and served as the document’s the primary authors. The effort was led by LeeAnn Lindsey, the Institute’s director of edtech and innovation.
Luke Allpress M.Ed., Director of Innovative Solutions, Agua Fria Union High School District
Michelle Coots M.Ed., Manager of Instructional Technology, Deer Valley Unified School District
Alecia Henderson, Computer Science and Educational Technology Specialist, Arizona Department of Education
LeeAnn Lindsey, Director of EdTech and Innovation, AZ Institute for Education and the Economy, Northern Arizona University
Rachna Mathur, Sr. STEM Strategist, ASU Preparatory Academy
Roxi Thompson, Lead Instructional Technology Coach, Peoria Unified School District
Kristin Turner, Superintendent, Paloma Elementary School District
Who reviewed the guidance document?
In order to ensure that this document was timely, accurate, and useful, a large group of Arizona and national reviewers reviewed and provided feedback that shaped the content of this document. This dedicated group of reviewers represents a wide variety of stakeholders.
Arizona Reviewers
Steve Burrell, Vice President for IT and Chief Information Officer, Northern Arizona University
Kevin Davis, Superintendent/Business Manager, Willcox Unified School District
Yassin Fahmy, Senior Statistical Analyst, Arizona Department of Education
Curtis Finch, Superintendent, Deer Valley Unified School District
Abigail Fraser, Farmer, Everkrisp Vegetables Inc. and K-12 Parent
Andrew Fraser Ph.D., District Engineer, Maricopa Water District and K-12 Parent
Emily Marshall, Assistant Director of Education Technology, Vail School District
Tara Menghini, K-6 Educational Technology Teacher, Knox Gifted Academy
Alistair Mountz, Instructional Coach, Casa Grande Union High School District
Robert Pappalardo, Superintendent, Apache Junction Unified School District
Amanda Patrie, Executive Vice President, Chief Academic Officer, Arizona Charter Schools Association
Jonathan Perrone M.A., teachSTEM Program Coordinator, Arizona Educational Foundation
Sean E. Rickert, Superintendent, Pima Unified School District
Nichole Sietsema, Student Records, Data Supervisor, AZ Student Data Privacy Alliance Manager, Mesa Public Schools
Tara Maria Suggs, Instructional Technology Integration Coordinator, Tolleson Union High School District
Paul Tighe, Executive Director, Arizona School Administrators
Samantha Thompson M.Ed., Administrator for Leadership and Accountability, Student Choice High School
Michelle Watt, Chief Systems Officer, Scottsdale Unified School District
National Reviewers
Helen Crompton, Professor of Instructional Technology, Old Dominion University
Adam Garry, President, StrategicEDU Consulting
Stacy Hawthorne, Chief Academic Officer at Learn21 and member CoSN Board of Directors
How can schools start implementing the guidance?
Schools ready to implement the guidance can access additional support through the AI Implementation Playbook, which offers ground-level strategies, practical examples, and essential resources. Additionally, the 3ssential offers a practical roadmap for LEAs to lay a foundation for responsible AI implementation.
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