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South Windsor Public Schools

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AI in South Windsor Public Schools

AI in South Windsor

 

At South Windsor Public Schools, technology serves instruction—never the other way around. We view Artificial Intelligence as a tool to support human connection, foster deep engagement, and build lasting skills, while maintaining the highest standards for data privacy and safety. 

 

Core Principles

  • AI will never replace human judgment, classroom teachers, or relational learning. Educators remain fully responsible for instructional decisions and student evaluation.

     

  • We use AI to encourage curiosity, critical analysis, and self-awareness. Students learn to question AI outputs, check for accuracy, and take true ownership of their learning.

  • All tools used in our classrooms must comply with Connecticut Student Data Privacy Laws and FERPA.

  • We provide vetted tools fairly so that AI integration expands learning opportunities for all students without widening gaps.

  • AI will be used to strengthen organizational effectiveness, communication, and informed decision-making across the district. Implementation will be transparent, regularly reviewed, and aligned with the district’s mission and community expectations.

Data Safety & Compliance: Approved vs. Restricted Tools

Connecticut law and district policy require strict protection of student Personally Identifiable Information (PII). South Windsor Public Schools maintains a vetted application ecosystem.

 

Category

Approved District Platforms

What This Means for Your Child

District-Approved AI

MagicSchool®, Google Gemini, NotebookLM

Legally Compliant & Secure: Covered under strict district vendor contracts complying with FERPA and CT Data Privacy laws. Student data is protected and never used to train public AI models.

Restricted / Public Tools

ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, unvetted browser extensions

🚫 Prohibited for Required Work: Teachers will never require students to create personal accounts or submit work using public, unvetted AI tools.