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Sample AI Readiness Communications

Clear communication helps school communities understand how artificial intelligence is used, what safeguards are in place, and what is expected of students and staff.

This resource provides sample messages that K–12 districts can adapt for families, staff, students, board members, and vendors.

The collection includes:

      • Family letters with elementary, secondary, and short versions
      • Community FAQs
      • AI tool pilot announcements
      • Staff memos
      • Assignment and syllabus statements
      • Student acceptable use agreements
      • Vendor questions
      • Board updates

It also offers sample responses to questions about AI, suspected misuse, AI-generated bullying, data incidents, and educator evaluations.

Use these templates as starting points for district communications or as source material when drafting with AI. Before sharing, replace the placeholders and adjust the language to reflect your district’s policies, approved tools, privacy agreements, and local practices.

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Author

Matt Sherrill
Program Manager, AI & Innovation, Learning Technology Center
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Details

For Administrators, Instructional Leaders, Teachers, Technology Leaders/Support
Grade Levels All Grades (K-12)
Intended Use For Education (intended)

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