Date
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Time
1:15 PM - 2:05 PM
Location Name
BL 19
Name
From Policy to Practice: AI in Action
Description
This interactive workshop equips school leaders to look beyond traditional chatbots and harness AI tools that actively enhance student learning and post-secondary readiness. As education shifts from fear to strategic adoption, leaders must model intentional integration. We will explore how to transition restrictive AI bans into dynamic, ethical policy frameworks that safeguard data privacy while prioritizing AI literacy and equity.
Moving past basic text generators, participants will discover advanced tools designed to foster critical thinking, durable skills, and real-world problem-solving. We will examine platforms that personalize student pathways, provide real-time formative feedback, and simulate professional environments to prepare students for an evolving workforce. Leaders will leave with a clear roadmap to integrate AI into their strategic vision, ensuring their schools graduate adaptable, future-ready learners.
Speakers
Session Type
Traditional Workshop
Track
AI Implementation
Secondary Track
Professional Development
Primary Audience
School and District Leadership
Secondary Audience
Principals
Fall Conference Strands
Educate
MA DLCS Strands
Computing and Society, Digital Tools and Collaboration