That does not mean teaching five-year-olds to write algorithms or use generative AI tools. But it does mean introducing age-appropriate concepts that build over time, much like math, reading or science.
The lesson of LEACHIM, a 1970s classroom robot, isn't that machines should replace teachers. It's that every child deserves to be taught at his or her own level—and technology is now making that possible.
Americans' confidence in K-12 education has fallen to its lowest point in nearly 30 years. But the bigger challenge for superintendents is redefining student success.
Date & Time: Thursday, September 24, 2026 at 2 p.m. <br><br> Drawing on new research and conversations with K–12 educators and district leaders, this 30-minute Ed Talk will explore what AI readiness really looks like in today's schools by answering the question: How can districts establish thoughtful approaches to AI use, equip educators with ongoing training and support, and ensure students are prepared to think critically in a world increasingly influenced by AI?
