DRAFT NEW Board Policy IFBI Artificial Intelligence

                                                                                              Board Policy Manual
                                                                                      DeKalb County School District



 Board Policy IFBI: Artificial Intelligence                                             Status: SUBMITTED TO ASSOCIATION

 Original Adopted Date: Pending | Last Reviewed Date: 05/11/2026

Purpose

This policy establishes the Board's expectations and governance framework for the responsible, ethical, secure, and
instructionally appropriate use of Artificial Intelligence technologies in 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 identify patterns and generate forecasts or insights to support human
     decision-making (e.g., analyzing attendance patterns to identify trends).
  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 or systems reviewed and approved through DCSD's technology, instructional,
     privacy, accessibility, procurement, and legal compliance processes.

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 AI applications, including Generative AI platforms (tutoring systems and conversational agents), Reactive AI
(automation software), and Predictive AI (data analytics).
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.
  3. Equity, Access, and Inclusivity: AI should remove barriers to learning and provide opportunities for 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. AI will support, not replace, professional judgment, educator expertise, student
     learning, or administrative decision-making.
  5. Transparency, Trust, and periodic review and continuous improvement: Build trust through open
     communication about AI's role, capabilities, and limitations, while preparing for the evolving landscape of
     educational technology.
Data Protection and Privacy
  1. No student, employee, or third party will enter confidential student or employee information, personally
     identifiable information, protected education records, health information, or other sensitive district data into AI
     systems except as authorized through district-approved systems and agreements.

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. The Superintendent or designee will
periodically review AI regulations, approved tools, training, and implementation practices and update them as needed
to reflect changes in law, technology, cybersecurity risk, and educational best practices. ​
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