DRAFT NEW Board Policy IFBI Artificial Intelligence

                                                                                Board Policy Manual
                                                                        DeKalb County School District

IFBI: Artificial Intelligence                                              Status: DRAFT
Original Adopted Date: PENDING   | Last Reviewed Date:




  Purpose
  This policy establishes clear regulations for the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies
  within DeKalb County School District (DCSD). It outlines the scope, usage guidelines, and
  safeguards to ensure responsible AI integration in all areas of education, administration, and
  operations, while protecting privacy, ensuring ethical use, and supporting equitable learning
  environments.

  Definitions
  1.      Artificial Intelligence (AI): A branch of computer science focused on creating
          systems capable of performing tasks typically requiring human intelligence, including
          decision-making, pattern recognition, and language understanding.
  2.      Reactive AI: Performs simple, rule-based tasks with no memory or learning (e.g.,
          automated reminders).
  3.      Predictive AI: Uses historical data to make forecasts or recommendations (e.g.,
          identifying students at risk based on attendance patterns).
  4.      Generative AI: Creates new content—such as text, images, or code—based on
          patterns in data (e.g., automated essay feedback or curriculum planning
          suggestions).
  5.      Compliant AI Systems: AI tools that meet federal, state, and district regulations
          regarding privacy, ethics, accessibility, and data protection.

  Scope
  This policy applies to all DCSD students, teachers, staff, administrators, and third parties
  who develop, interact with, or implement AI technologies within the district’s educational,
  operational, and administrative systems. The policy covers all generative AI applications,
  including generative platforms, tutoring systems, automation software, data analytics tools,
  and conversational agents.

  Guiding Principles

  1. Privacy, Security, and Data Protection: AI should be implemented with strong protections
     for student and staff data, ensuring compliance with privacy laws and building trust in our
     digital learning environment.

  2. Ethics and Responsibility: AI should be utilized as a tool that enhances learning and work
     while upholding ethical standards, promoting honesty, and fostering trust within our
     educational community.


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3. Equity, Access, and Inclusivity: AI should remove barriers to learning and provide
   opportunities for all students regardless of background, ensuring that technology serves to
   close rather than widen achievement gaps.

4. Human-Centered and Pedagogical Design: Technology should be designed and
   implemented with students and teachers at its center, supporting pedagogical best practices
   and maintaining the human elements that are critical to effective education.

5. Transparency, Trust, and Future-Proofing: Build trust through open communication about
   AI's role, capabilities, and limitations, while preparing for the evolving landscape of
   educational technology.


Superintendent Authority
The Superintendent or designee will develop administrative regulations to implement this
policy, ensure ongoing monitoring and evaluation of district technology use and internet
safety measures, and provide regular training for staff and students on responsible
technology use and emerging risks.




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LEGAL REF.:
20 U.S.C. 9134, The Children's Internet Protection Act
47 U.S.C. 254, Communications Act of 1934 (The Children's Internet Protection Act)
Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act
20 U.S.C. 1400 et seq., Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
29 U.S.C. 794, Rehabilitation Act of 1973, (Section 504)
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. § 1232g; 34 CFR Part 99)

CROSS REF: EJA Acceptable Use of Technology Resources; EJA-R Acceptable Use of
Technology Resources Regulation; GBEB-R1 Staff Conduct Regulation; IJNDB-R 1 Use of
Technology Resources in Instruction (Safety and use of Electronic Information Services;
Student Code of Conduct; TUSD AI Guidelines




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