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Girl Jams
GirlJams is an AI songwriting experience empowering girls and nonbinary students to get comfortable with and explore the creative possibilities AI technology can offer.
Focus Area
Artificial Intelligence
Strategies, resources, and professional learning to help educators navigate, implement, and lead the responsible use of AI in schools.
AI Readiness & Implementation
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming education, and the LTC is here to help your district prepare for this shift. Through a growing suite of professional learning opportunities, strategic guidance, and curated resources, we equip educators and leaders with the knowledge and tools they need to navigate AI’s challenges and possibilities with confidence.
We also convene AI-focused conferences and communities of practice to foster collaboration and share best practices for responsible, ethical, and effective AI integration. Whether your district is just starting the conversation or looking to scale AI initiatives, the LTC provides personalized support to help you build capacity and readiness for an AI-powered future.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Toolkit
The AI Toolkit provides a starting point for exploring the responsible use of AI in K-12 education, offering curated resources on policy, training, and classroom integration.
Resources for Policy Makers
As AI reshapes education, K-12 districts need clear, actionable policies to ensure its responsible use. The LTC provides curated resources to help leaders align AI practices with district values and goals. This collection supports every phase of policy development—from assessing the current landscape to drafting and implementing effective policies. With the right tools and guidance, districts can move from high-level vision to practical action.
General AI Guidelines
- Bletchley Declaration – Bletchley AI Safety Summit (2023)
- Ethics Guidelines for Trustworthy AI – European Commission (2019)
- Ethically Aligned Design – IEEE (2019)
- AI Risk Management Framework – NIST (2023)
- National AI Strategy – GOV.UK (2021)
- Removing Barriers to American Leadership in Artificial Intelligence – Whitehouse.gov (2025)
Education-Focused AI Guidelines
- A New Direction for Students in an AI World: Prosper, Prepare, Protect – Center of Universal Education (2026)
- Blueprint for Action: Comprehensive AI Literacy for All – EdSAFE (2025)
- A Landscape Analysis: Guidance for AI in Education – TeachAI (2025)
- Framework for Implementing AI into State Education Agencies – ILO Group (2024)
- K-12 Generative AI Readiness Checklist – Consortium for School Networking (CoSN)
- Policy Guidance Framework – EdSAFE
- A Guide to AI in Education – Google for Education
- Bringing AI to School: Tips for School Leaders – ISTE (2023)
- AI Integration Framework for Schools – Michigan Virtual (2023)
- Guidance for Generative AI in Education and Research – UNESCO (2023)
- AI and Education: Guidance for Policy Makers – UNESCO (2021)
- AI and the Future of Teaching and Learning – U.S. Department of Education (2023)
- Protecting Students’ Civil Rights in the Digital Age – Center for Democracy & Technology (2023)
- Commonsense Guardrails for Using Advanced Technology in Schools – AFT (2025)
- Artificial Intelligence in Education – NEA (2024)
- State AI Guidance Directory AI for Education
Illinois-Specific Guidelines
- Report of the Generative AI and Natural Language Processing Task Force – State of Illinois (2024)
Research & Landscape Surveys
- What States Say About Evaluating AI in Education: Reviewing Guidance From 32 States and Puerto Rico – Digital Promise (2025)
- AI Index Report – Standford (2025)
- AI in Higher Education: A Meta Summary of Recent Surveys of Students and Faculty – Campbell Academic Technology Services (2025)
- The State of AI in Education – Carnegie Learning (2025)
- Students, Teachers in Stride with EdTech Threats While Parents Are Left Behind – Center for Democracy & Technology (2025)
Resources for District Leaders
District leaders need clear frameworks and examples to guide thoughtful implementation. The following resources include vetted guidance documents, instructional frameworks, and real-world exemplars to support strategic planning, staff development, and curriculum alignment.
AI Frameworks & Guidance
- AI Guidance for Schools Toolkit – TeachAI (2025)
- Empowering Learners for the Age of AI– OECD (2025)
- AI Literacy Framework – Digital Promise (2024)
- AI Readiness Framework – aiEDU
- The Safe Benchmark Framework – EdSAFE Alliance (2024)
- The Ethical Framework for AI in Education – Institute for Ethical AI in Education (2021)
- Bloom’s Taxonomy Revisited – Oregon State University (2024)
- Grade Band Progression Charts – AI4K12, 2021
- Professional Development for Teachers in the Age of AI – European Schoolnet Academy (2024)
- AI Competency Framework for Teachers – UNESCO (2024)
- AI Toolkit for District Leaders – Common Sense Media (2025)
- A Guide to AI in Schools: Perspectives for the Perplexed – MIT (2025)
- AI Learning Priorities for all Students – AI4K12, 2025
District and School Policies, Procedures, and Handbooks
- Sample Student Agreement on the Use of AI – TeachAI (2024)
- Use of Artificial Intelligence – Illinois Principals Association (IPA), Model Student Handbook
Exemplar Districts
- AI Guidelines – District 65
- Parent Student Handbook – Ridgewood Community High School District 234
- Foundational Beliefs on AI Use – Met High School
- AI Guidebook – Houston Independent School District
- AI Guidance and Student AI Responsible Use – Triad Community Unit #2
- AI Tools – Olympia
- Generative AI Policy – Indian Prairie #204
- Guidelines for Students – Chicago Public Schools
- An AI Musical – Barrington School District
- AI Policy – McLean County Unit District No. 5
- AI Literacy Communication Toolkit – LA County Office of Education
Resources for Teachers
This section provides district leaders with curated resources to help translate broad values into actionable, evidence-based AI policies. Effective implementation depends on the informed, empowered participation of educators and staff. Even the strongest policies will fall short without support for those carrying them out in daily practice. To that end, this section also includes tools to build AI literacy, classroom strategies, and practical templates for responsible implementation.
Background
- AI in 5 Minutes – aiEDU
- What is AI? (see p. 2) – ISTE
AI Frameworks
- AI Guidance for Schools Toolkit – TeachAI (2025)
- Empowering Learners for the Age of AI– OECD (2025)
- AI Literacy Framework – Digital Promise (2024)
- AI Readiness Framework – aiEDU
- The Safe Benchmark Framework – EdSAFE Alliance (2024)
- The Ethical Framework for AI in Education – Institute for Ethical AI in Education (2021)
- Bloom’s Taxonomy Revisited – Oregon State University (2024)
- Grade Band Progression Charts – AI4K12, 2021
- Professional Development for Teachers in the Age of AI – European Schoolnet Academy (2024)
- AI Competency Framework for Teachers – UNESCO (2024)
- AI Toolkit for District Leaders – Common Sense Media (2025)
- A Guide to AI in Schools: Perspectives for the Perplexed – MIT (2025)
- AI Learning Priorities for all Students – AI4K12, 202
Prompt Writing Guides
- AI Prompt Writing Guide for Educations – AI-for-Education.org
- GenAI Chatbot Prompt Library for Educators – AI for Education
Resources
- Resource Directory – AI Literacy Day
Student Lessons
- AI Pedagogy – metaLAB (at) Harvard
- Lessons and Tools for Teaching About Artificial Intelligence – CommonSenseMedia
- AI Snapshots: 180 Warmups – aiEDU
- AI Challenges – aiEDU
- AI Project Dashboard – aiEDU
- How AI Works – Code.org
- Talk and Learn AI with Code.org – Code.org
- Machine Learning for Kids
- AI Robots – Make
- AI Resources – Standford
- Dancing with AI – MIT
- Day of AI lessons – MIT
- Applied Digital Skills lesson – Google
Student-Facing AI Tools
- MagicStudent (MagicSchool)
- Skill Struck
- Class Companion
- SchoolAI
- Khanmigo
Citing AI-Generated Content
Instruction and Classroom Management
- Peer & AI Review + Reflection (PAIRR) – UC Davis
- Combating Academic Dishonesty – University of Chicago
- Promoting Academic Integrity in your Course – Cornell University
- Strategies for Teaching Well When Students Have Access to Artificial Intelligence (AI) Generation Tools – George Mason University
- Example Syllabi Policies for AI Generative Tools, Higher Ed: Google Docs | Google Sheets
Professional Learning
- Artificial Intelligence 101 for Schools – LTC
- AI Plagiarism Playbook – LTC
- Google Gemini Basics – LTC
- In-person and virtual workshops – LTC
- Educators AI Certification – Khanmicgo
- Learn AI Fundamentals with Google AI Essentials – Google
- AI for Educators – Microsoft
- Experience AI – Raspberry Pi
Books
- Co-Intelligence: Living and Working with AI by Ethan Mollick
- AI for Educators by Matt Miller
As AI reshapes education, K-12 districts need clear, actionable policies to ensure its responsible use. The LTC provides curated resources to help leaders align AI practices with district values and goals. This collection supports every phase of policy development—from assessing the current landscape to drafting and implementing effective policies. With the right tools and guidance, districts can move from high-level vision to practical action.
General AI Guidelines
- Bletchley Declaration – Bletchley AI Safety Summit (2023)
- Ethics Guidelines for Trustworthy AI – European Commission (2019)
- Ethically Aligned Design – IEEE (2019)
- AI Risk Management Framework – NIST (2023)
- National AI Strategy – GOV.UK (2021)
- Removing Barriers to American Leadership in Artificial Intelligence – Whitehouse.gov (2025)
Education-Focused AI Guidelines
- A New Direction for Students in an AI World: Prosper, Prepare, Protect – Center of Universal Education (2026)
- Blueprint for Action: Comprehensive AI Literacy for All – EdSAFE (2025)
- A Landscape Analysis: Guidance for AI in Education – TeachAI (2025)
- Framework for Implementing AI into State Education Agencies – ILO Group (2024)
- K-12 Generative AI Readiness Checklist – Consortium for School Networking (CoSN)
- Policy Guidance Framework – EdSAFE
- A Guide to AI in Education – Google for Education
- Bringing AI to School: Tips for School Leaders – ISTE (2023)
- AI Integration Framework for Schools – Michigan Virtual (2023)
- Guidance for Generative AI in Education and Research – UNESCO (2023)
- AI and Education: Guidance for Policy Makers – UNESCO (2021)
- AI and the Future of Teaching and Learning – U.S. Department of Education (2023)
- Protecting Students’ Civil Rights in the Digital Age – Center for Democracy & Technology (2023)
- Commonsense Guardrails for Using Advanced Technology in Schools – AFT (2025)
- Artificial Intelligence in Education – NEA (2024)
- State AI Guidance Directory AI for Education
Illinois-Specific Guidelines
- Report of the Generative AI and Natural Language Processing Task Force – State of Illinois (2024)
Research & Landscape Surveys
- What States Say About Evaluating AI in Education: Reviewing Guidance From 32 States and Puerto Rico – Digital Promise (2025)
- AI Index Report – Standford (2025)
- AI in Higher Education: A Meta Summary of Recent Surveys of Students and Faculty – Campbell Academic Technology Services (2025)
- The State of AI in Education – Carnegie Learning (2025)
- Students, Teachers in Stride with EdTech Threats While Parents Are Left Behind – Center for Democracy & Technology (2025)
District leaders need clear frameworks and examples to guide thoughtful implementation. The following resources include vetted guidance documents, instructional frameworks, and real-world exemplars to support strategic planning, staff development, and curriculum alignment.
AI Frameworks & Guidance
- AI Guidance for Schools Toolkit – TeachAI (2025)
- Empowering Learners for the Age of AI– OECD (2025)
- AI Literacy Framework – Digital Promise (2024)
- AI Readiness Framework – aiEDU
- The Safe Benchmark Framework – EdSAFE Alliance (2024)
- The Ethical Framework for AI in Education – Institute for Ethical AI in Education (2021)
- Bloom’s Taxonomy Revisited – Oregon State University (2024)
- Grade Band Progression Charts – AI4K12, 2021
- Professional Development for Teachers in the Age of AI – European Schoolnet Academy (2024)
- AI Competency Framework for Teachers – UNESCO (2024)
- AI Toolkit for District Leaders – Common Sense Media (2025)
- A Guide to AI in Schools: Perspectives for the Perplexed – MIT (2025)
- AI Learning Priorities for all Students – AI4K12, 2025
District and School Policies, Procedures, and Handbooks
- Sample Student Agreement on the Use of AI – TeachAI (2024)
- Use of Artificial Intelligence – Illinois Principals Association (IPA), Model Student Handbook
Exemplar Districts
- AI Guidelines – District 65
- Parent Student Handbook – Ridgewood Community High School District 234
- Foundational Beliefs on AI Use – Met High School
- AI Guidebook – Houston Independent School District
- AI Guidance and Student AI Responsible Use – Triad Community Unit #2
- AI Tools – Olympia
- Generative AI Policy – Indian Prairie #204
- Guidelines for Students – Chicago Public Schools
- An AI Musical – Barrington School District
- AI Policy – McLean County Unit District No. 5
- AI Literacy Communication Toolkit – LA County Office of Education
This section provides district leaders with curated resources to help translate broad values into actionable, evidence-based AI policies. Effective implementation depends on the informed, empowered participation of educators and staff. Even the strongest policies will fall short without support for those carrying them out in daily practice. To that end, this section also includes tools to build AI literacy, classroom strategies, and practical templates for responsible implementation.
Background
- AI in 5 Minutes – aiEDU
- What is AI? (see p. 2) – ISTE
AI Frameworks
- AI Guidance for Schools Toolkit – TeachAI (2025)
- Empowering Learners for the Age of AI– OECD (2025)
- AI Literacy Framework – Digital Promise (2024)
- AI Readiness Framework – aiEDU
- The Safe Benchmark Framework – EdSAFE Alliance (2024)
- The Ethical Framework for AI in Education – Institute for Ethical AI in Education (2021)
- Bloom’s Taxonomy Revisited – Oregon State University (2024)
- Grade Band Progression Charts – AI4K12, 2021
- Professional Development for Teachers in the Age of AI – European Schoolnet Academy (2024)
- AI Competency Framework for Teachers – UNESCO (2024)
- AI Toolkit for District Leaders – Common Sense Media (2025)
- A Guide to AI in Schools: Perspectives for the Perplexed – MIT (2025)
- AI Learning Priorities for all Students – AI4K12, 202
Prompt Writing Guides
- AI Prompt Writing Guide for Educations – AI-for-Education.org
- GenAI Chatbot Prompt Library for Educators – AI for Education
Resources
- Resource Directory – AI Literacy Day
Student Lessons
- AI Pedagogy – metaLAB (at) Harvard
- Lessons and Tools for Teaching About Artificial Intelligence – CommonSenseMedia
- AI Snapshots: 180 Warmups – aiEDU
- AI Challenges – aiEDU
- AI Project Dashboard – aiEDU
- How AI Works – Code.org
- Talk and Learn AI with Code.org – Code.org
- Machine Learning for Kids
- AI Robots – Make
- AI Resources – Standford
- Dancing with AI – MIT
- Day of AI lessons – MIT
- Applied Digital Skills lesson – Google
Student-Facing AI Tools
- MagicStudent (MagicSchool)
- Skill Struck
- Class Companion
- SchoolAI
- Khanmigo
Citing AI-Generated Content
Instruction and Classroom Management
- Peer & AI Review + Reflection (PAIRR) – UC Davis
- Combating Academic Dishonesty – University of Chicago
- Promoting Academic Integrity in your Course – Cornell University
- Strategies for Teaching Well When Students Have Access to Artificial Intelligence (AI) Generation Tools – George Mason University
- Example Syllabi Policies for AI Generative Tools, Higher Ed: Google Docs | Google Sheets
Professional Learning
- Artificial Intelligence 101 for Schools – LTC
- AI Plagiarism Playbook – LTC
- Google Gemini Basics – LTC
- In-person and virtual workshops – LTC
- Educators AI Certification – Khanmicgo
- Learn AI Fundamentals with Google AI Essentials – Google
- AI for Educators – Microsoft
- Experience AI – Raspberry Pi
Books
- Co-Intelligence: Living and Working with AI by Ethan Mollick
- AI for Educators by Matt Miller
AI App Directory
Explore AI tools designed for K-12 education, organized to help educators, leaders, and staff find safe, effective solutions that support teaching, learning, and school operations.
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Magic Studio
Magic Studio offers a suite of AI-powered creative tools. It includes features for image editing, background removal, and more. A professional image studio for everyone.
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Goblin Tools
Goblin tools is a collection of small, simple, single-task tools to support neuro-divergent people with tasks that are overwhelming or difficult. This tool breaks down complex ideas, problems into small managable parts.
BlogNot Education Specific
GrAIdients
GrAIdients tracks the research, prototypes, and ideas of the IMAGINE (Inspiring Moral AI Guidance in Education) team. GrAIdients invites and supports conversation about how to use AI fairly with learning and learners. Open conversation about proper, agreed upon use of AI on assignments.
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Grammarly
Grammarly is an AI-powered writing assistant. It checks grammar, spelling, and style in real-time. It helps users improve their writing and communication skills.
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Gravity
Gravity provides AI-powered tools for content creation and marketing, helping businesses generate high-quality content efficiently. It focuses on streamlining content workflows.
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Grouper
Grouper is a free online tool that helps create small groups for their students. Using AI tools to randomize, or group students based on specific attributes.
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Hello History
Hello History uses AI to bring historical figures to life.Users can have conversations with historical characters through an interactive and engaging platform.
Curriculum & Lesson PlansFor Education (intended)
IBM SkillsBuild
IBM SkillsBuild offers courses on artificial intelligence, providing students with foundational knowledge and practical skills. It covers topics like machine learning and AI applications, potentially aiding educators in introducing AI concepts to their students. The platform can supplement STEM curricula or offer students pathways to explore future careers in AI.
AI Tool (Website, App)Not Education Specific
Jasper
Jasper is a tool built for marketers, an AI writing assistant that helps users create marketing copy, blog posts, and other types of content. It leverages LLMs to generate high-quality text.
Services, Resources and Professional Learning
Discover LTC’s services, events, articles, and resources, designed to help Illinois schools harness technology to support teaching, learning, and leadership.
Services
Events
AI for Social Studies: Navigating Narratives & Building Citizens
Jan 27, 2026
Free
This virtual workshop is for Social Studies teachers ready to harness AI for critical inquiry and dynamic engagement. Get hands-on with AI to differentiate primary source analysis, generate diverse perspectives on complex events, create interactive
Emily Flach
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
Beyond the Buzzword: Understanding AI in Education
Feb 3, 2026
$20
Embark on a journey to demystify the world of Artificial Intelligence in education. This introductory workshop will spark curiosity and address concerns about AI’s role in teaching and learning.
Emily Flach
Regional Educational Technology Coordinator | Southern Region, Learning Technology Center
Tech Treks: Getting Started with Padlet
AI for Everyone: Empowering AI through Instructional Technology Coaching
Feb 19, 2026
Free
Curious about AI but not sure how it fits into your school? This beginner-friendly session for teachers and administrators illuminates AI’s potential uses in teaching and learning + how instructional coaching can support safe, guided
Elizabeth Radunz
Lead Instructional Technology Coach, Learning Technology Center
Wave your Magic Wand with Canva AI
Articles
4 Ways to Harness AI-Powered Learning with ILTPP Vendor Partners
Keeping up with the latest AI-powered solutions can feel overwhelming. Here are four trusted ILTPP Vendor Partners you can turn to when your district wants to harness AI to unleash
Artificial Intelligence
Amanda Bruns
Member Engagement Manager, Learning Technology Center
9 Powerful Ways Districts Can Engage Parents in AI Education
Parents want to know how AI will impact their child’s learning. These strategies can help districts build trust and clear up misunderstandings as AI enters the classroom.
Artificial Intelligence
Tim McIlvain
Executive Director, Learning Technology Center
AI How and Why: Addressing AI-Generated Images in Schools
With a clear risk for misuse and bullying, the growing presence of AI images in schools is more than a technology issue. It’s a human issue, and educators need to
Artificial Intelligence
Holly Kelly
Director of Innovation and School Improvement, ROE 39
Contracts
Contracts are facilitated by ILTPP, the LTC’s cooperative that leverages the collective buying power of Illinois K-12 schools to provide affordable, high-quality technology and digital learning resources through trusted vendor partnerships.
