Districtwide Initiative

Broward Powered by AI

Preparing students for a world that doesn't exist yet.

See how BCPS uses AI responsibly across teaching, learning, and operations: real governance, clear transparency, human oversight at every step, and strong protections for student data, all backed by public evidence you can check.

Human Intelligence First. Artificial Intelligence Second.

Introduction to Broward Powered by AI

An introduction from Broward County Public Schools to the Broward Powered by AI initiative: what it is, why it matters, and what families can expect.

What's new

Recent updates

Impact Florida SPARK announcement graphic

Recognition

Broward selected for Impact Florida's SPARK cadre, an 18-month initiative supporting responsible AI use in education.

Broward Powered by AI: From Vision to System Readiness, Division of Academics title slide

Event

Back to School AI: What Parents Need to Know — District 4 parent event on approved AI tools, online safety, and supporting learning at home.

Parent AI Symposium 2026, district leader addressing attendees

Event

Parent AI Symposium 2026 sessions are underway, open to parents, educators, and community leaders.

Board action

School Board Resolution No. 26-132 was approved, formally adopting the districtwide AI approach.

Family Forum, virtual AI-literacy sessions for families

Ongoing

Family Forum continues its ongoing AI-literacy sessions for families. Family Forum #2 (August 27) is now complete and recorded below; next session: September 23-24, 2026.

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What is Broward Powered by AI

Five commitments to every family

A districtwide approach to artificial intelligence built on transparency, trust, education, engagement, and accountability. Technology that supports the relationships and experiences essential to learning, never replaces them.

Transparency

Know exactly what AI is used, why, and how it is monitored.

Trust

Clear safeguards, governance, and ethical guardrails.

Education

Help families understand AI and the skills students need next.

Engagement

Ways for parents, students, and educators to take part.

Accountability

Public progress, metrics, reports, and continuous review.

Community Spotlight

Events and Initiatives

Parent AI Symposium 2026

Join us for an engaging conversation with district leaders, educators, and technology experts about AI in education. Learn how Broward Powered by AI is transforming classrooms while keeping students, families, and teachers at the center.

Date & Time

2026 - Multiple Sessions

Who Should Attend

Parents, Educators, Community Leaders

More events coming soon. Check back regularly for updates on community engagement opportunities.

Tell us what you think

Share your thoughts on Broward Powered by AI through our districtwide ThoughtExchange survey, open to every parent, student, educator, and community member.

Provide feedback →

QR code linking to the Broward Powered by AI ThoughtExchange feedback survey

Source: ThoughtExchange survey link and QR code, July 29, 2026.

Why now

A connected ecosystem of learning

AI, virtual reality, and extended reality are reshaping how students learn and the careers they will enter. Broward Powered by AI connects every level of the system so progress reaches the classroom and the future workforce.

Click any step to see its role in the ecosystem.

AI in Broward classrooms

What AI is, and what it is not

What AI is

Supports teaching
Supports learning
Supports accessibility
Supports personalization
Supports efficiency

What AI is not

Replacing teachers
Making educational decisions
Grading students independently
Replacing human relationships
Replacing curriculum

The principle behind every decision

The U.S. Department of Education describes responsible AI in schools like an electric bike, not a robot vacuum: the human stays fully aware and fully in control, while their effort is multiplied. Every AI tool in Broward is meant to be inspectable, explainable, and able to be overridden by an educator.

Humans in the loop, always.

Source: U.S. Department of Education, Office of Educational Technology, Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Teaching and Learning (2023).

Our approach

The Artificial Intelligence Leadership Framework

Broward's own AILF replaces the generic industry principles previously shown here. It is a district-wide guide for leaders to use AI responsibly, ethically, and strategically, grounded in the Florida Educational Leadership Standards (FELS 1 through 8) and aligned with the district's Strategic Plan.

"Leading ethical, strategic AI integration to advance student success and excellence." The AILF is not a mandate to use AI tools, nor does it replace district policy, professional judgment, or evaluation frameworks. It outlines effective leadership practices for using AI purposefully to support teaching, learning, and organizational effectiveness.

AILF 1AI for Ethical and Responsible LeadershipFELS 1, Professional and Ethical Norms

Leadership focus: Leaders shall ensure that all AI use is ethical, responsible, and aligned with professional norms to promote the academic success and well-being of all students.

Safeguards: protect student and staff data privacy in all AI applications; identify and mitigate potential bias in AI tools and outputs; establish clear guidelines for responsible AI use; promote equitable access to AI resources and opportunities.

AILF 2AI for Vision, Strategy, and Change ManagementFELS 2, Vision and Mission

Leadership focus: Leaders shall establish, communicate, and sustain a shared vision for the strategic and ethical use of AI, aligned with the school and district mission, instructional priorities, and goals for student success.

Safeguards: support development and communication of AI expectations aligned to the School Improvement Plan and district strategic priorities; involve staff, students, and stakeholders; enhance teaching, learning, and student outcomes; monitor progress toward defined AI integration goals.

AILF 3AI for Organizational ManagementFELS 3, School Operations, Management, and Safety

Leadership focus: Leaders shall leverage AI to strengthen organizational systems, increase operational efficiency, and support strategic decision-making aligned to a safe school environment, supervision, emergency procedures, and student and staff well-being.

Safeguards: improve scheduling, communication, and resource allocation; integrate AI insights into school improvement planning and data review; streamline operational tasks to maximize time for instructional leadership; identify inefficiencies and data-informed improvements.

AILF 4AI for Student Learning and Continuous School ImprovementFELS 4

Leadership focus: Leaders shall strategically utilize AI to enhance data-informed decision-making, strengthen intervention systems, and improve measurable student outcomes for all student groups.

Safeguards: systematically analyze student performance, subgroup, and longitudinal data; inform intervention design and progress monitoring; conduct data analysis aligned to School Improvement Plan goals; support equitable access to rigorous learning for all students.

AILF 5AI for Inclusive and Supportive Learning EnvironmentsFELS 5, Learning Environment

Leadership focus: Leaders shall ensure that AI is used to cultivate a caring, inclusive, rigorous, and supportive learning environment that promotes student belonging, engagement, well-being, safety, and academic success for all students.

Safeguards: promote a positive, inclusive, student-centered culture; reinforce high expectations for behavior and engagement; monitor environments for rigor, safety, and respect; support staff in addressing social, emotional, behavioral, and academic needs.

AILF 6AI for Capacity Building and Talent DevelopmentFELS 6, Recruitment and Professional Learning

Leadership focus: Leaders shall ensure that AI is strategically used to strengthen recruitment, professional learning, instructional coaching, and staff support systems that build the capacity of instructional personnel to improve teaching, learning, and student outcomes.

Safeguards: differentiate professional learning based on teacher needs and experience; design job-embedded learning aligned to school goals; strengthen instructional coaching cycles; support recruitment, onboarding, and retention systems.

AILF 7AI for Leadership and InnovationFELS 7, Building Leadership Expertise

Leadership focus: Leaders shall ensure that AI is strategically used to strengthen leadership expertise, distributed leadership structures, succession planning, and organizational leadership capacity to support long-term school improvement and sustainability.

Safeguards: strengthen distributed leadership and clarify responsibilities; support assistant principal, coach, and teacher-leader growth; support succession planning and leadership continuity; analyze leadership challenges through multiple lenses.

AILF 8AI for Communication and PartnershipsFELS 8, Meaningful Parent, Family and Community Engagement

Leadership focus: Leaders shall ensure that AI is used to strengthen reciprocal communication, build trusting relationships, and promote meaningful collaboration with families and the community to support student success and well-being.

Safeguards: communicate clearly, consistently, and respectfully with families; differentiate communication to meet diverse family needs; analyze stakeholder feedback to inform decisions; establish systems for two-way communication and ongoing collaboration.

Human leadership, always

Across all eight domains, the AILF is explicit that AI tools, including Microsoft Copilot, are meant to enhance, not replace, human leadership, professional expertise, ethical judgment, and student-centered decision-making. Final decisions remain human.

The full AILF document, including detailed classroom and leadership examples for each domain (walkthrough tools, PLC agendas, coaching notes, family communication, and more), is available from BCPS as a downloadable reference for administrators.

Source: Artificial Intelligence Leadership Framework (AILF), Broward County Public Schools, Approved Documents / 2 Our Principles, BCPS SharePoint. Replaces the earlier generic nine-principle placeholder (adapted from U.S. Dept. of Education, TeachAI, UNESCO, OECD, and NIST), per Sean Russell's direction on July 16, 2026.

Approved tools

Only reviewed, district-approved tools

Broward uses an approved-tools-only model. Student and staff information is never entered into tools that have not been reviewed. Each approved tool clears privacy, security, and accessibility review first.

In plain language: this page uses a couple of education terms. CFU means “Check for Understanding,” a quick way teachers see if a lesson landed. WCAG 2.1 AA is the technical accessibility standard every approved tool must meet, so students who use screen readers, captions, or other assistive technology can use it too.

AI tools

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Microsoft Copilot

Approved

An AI assistant inside the district's protected Microsoft environment, with enterprise data protection enabled.

Largest Copilot Premium implementation in education in the world, verified by Microsoft
Enterprise data protection enabled
Not used to train public AI models on school data
Student access is currently a limited pilot for AI-Academy students, with plans to expand to broader grade-based access
Parent FAQ and demonstration video

For example: an AI-Academy student uses Copilot to help outline and revise a project write-up, with the teacher reviewing every step.

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MagicSchool AI

Approved

A purpose-built education platform that helps teachers plan, differentiate, and reach every learner, with human oversight at every step.

Built for K-12 classroom instruction
Teacher-led, with human oversight built into every tool
Helps educators differentiate for ESE and ESOL learners
Student data is never used to train AI models, and the district owns all of it

For example: a teacher uses MagicSchool to generate a differentiated reading passage for an ESE student, at a reading level suited to that student, in minutes instead of an hour.

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Khan Academy / Khanmigo

Approved partner

An AI tutor built on Khan Academy's platform, listed among BCPS's approved AI partners.

Full tool details, safety features, and classroom guidance are being finalized with BCPS

For example: a student uses Khanmigo to get a hint on a math problem they’re stuck on, without simply being given the answer.

XR/VR tools

Extended and virtual reality tools, and more coming.

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Prisms VR

Approved

An immersive virtual reality platform students use to explore math and science concepts hands-on, from ratios and graphing to phase changes, always teacher-directed.

Used for standards-aligned math and science lessons
Teacher-directed, tied to formative assessment data (Checks for Understanding, or CFUs)
Real classroom videos and transcripts below

For example: a student uses Prisms VR to physically walk through a 3D graph of an equation, making an abstract math concept something they can see and move through.

How a tool gets approved

Every tool passes the same review before it reaches a classroom.

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Privacy review

Signed data privacy agreement, FERPA check, and an independent privacy rating.

2

Security review

Independent security audit, encryption, and breach-notification terms.

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Accessibility review

Tested against WCAG 2.1 AA, the standard accessibility rulebook, as required under ADA Title II, so students using screen readers or other assistive technology can use it too.

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Approval & publish

Added to the approved inventory and listed here for families.

Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education developer guidance (2024); Student Data Privacy Consortium National Data Privacy Agreement; Common Sense Privacy Program; ADA Title II web rule; WCAG 2.1 AA. Professional learning catalog and PRISM leader resources: BCPS Information Systems Division (ISD PMO Sections) and PRISM AI Principal Resource Handouts (Copilot, MagicSchool), Approved Documents / 3 Approved Tools, BCPS SharePoint.

Family Guide & Frequently Asked Questions

Artificial Intelligence, technology, and student learning

Straight answers, in one place, developed in response to questions and concerns shared during recent Community and Family Forums about technology, artificial intelligence, approved tools, family notification, teacher training, vetting, safety alerts, accountability, and parent feedback.

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Our Commitment

Broward County Public Schools is committed to a districtwide approach to Artificial Intelligence built on transparency, trust, education, engagement, and accountability. Student privacy, safety, transparency, and accountability remain district priorities. Teachers remain central to learning. Technology will support teaching and learning, not replace the relationships that make learning meaningful. Student-facing Artificial Intelligence tools used through the district must be teacher directed, teacher monitored, and connected to a clear instructional purpose. Our guiding principle is Human Intelligence First, Artificial Intelligence Second.

Our message to families

At Broward County Public Schools, teachers lead learning and play a central role in student development. The district is committed to using Artificial Intelligence thoughtfully, transparently, and responsibly. Our goal is to prepare students for the future while protecting safety, privacy, human relationships, and meaningful learning experiences. We understand that families have questions and concerns, and that input is welcome. The district’s responsibility is to listen, explain, monitor, and adjust as policy and practice develop. Technology will support learning, not replace it. As School Board policies are updated and technology continues to evolve, this guide will be revised to stay current and relevant.

Policy status: The School Board is currently reviewing policy related to Artificial Intelligence. Until that review is complete, this guide describes the district’s current practices, current access, and planned direction. Language may be updated after final School Board action.

What we know today

Teachers remain central to learning.
Artificial Intelligence will be used to support educators, not replace them. Teachers remain responsible for instruction, relationships, feedback, and educational decisions.
Elementary students in kindergarten through grade 5 do not currently have access to district-approved student-facing Artificial Intelligence tools. Secondary students may have access only to approved tools in supported instructional settings, as explained in the grade-level chart below.
Student privacy, safety, transparency, and accountability are district priorities.
Families will continue to have opportunities to provide feedback and ask questions.
Broward Powered by AI serves as the district information hub.
Student-facing Artificial Intelligence tools, when used, must be teacher directed, teacher monitored, and connected to a clear instructional purpose.
MagicStudent, the student-facing part of MagicSchool, is not currently available for Broward County Public Schools students. Teachers are completing training before any student-facing use may be considered.
Approved district tools are different from open public tools such as ChatGPT or Google Artificial Intelligence features. Open public tools are not approved by the district for student-facing instructional use. Because students may still encounter public tools outside district-controlled settings, families should talk with their children about safe and responsible use.
Based on current district requirements and practices, student information entered into approved tools must remain within the Broward County Public Schools environment; student information is not used to train district-approved Artificial Intelligence models.

What is still being reviewed

Future student-facing Artificial Intelligence access
Development of additional family resources
Future grade-level implementation decisions
Policy updates and governance processes
Long-term evaluation and monitoring
Guidance related to parent choice and procedures
How families will be notified when a teacher opts in to use a student-facing Artificial Intelligence tool with a class
Parent preview opportunities so families can see or try approved student-facing tools
How success measures will be publicly shared and communicated, including usage, teacher workload impact, student engagement, student outcomes, and implementation adjustments
How the district will communicate procedures related to opting out where available and applicable
How Artificial Intelligence may affect energy use, district operations, and climate-related goals

Grade-level access overview

Grade band	District-approved student-facing tools	Teacher-facing Artificial Intelligence tools	Important notes
Elementary school, kindergarten through grade 5	None currently available through the district.	Teachers may have access to teacher-facing tools, based on district guidance and training.	Elementary students may receive age-appropriate instruction about Artificial Intelligence literacy and digital citizenship. This is different from giving students access to a student-facing Artificial Intelligence tool. No student-facing tool is currently offered to students through the district.
Middle school, grades 6 through 8	Khanmigo through Khan Academy and HMH Writable are approved tools for supporting secondary instruction. MagicStudent is not currently available to Broward County Public Schools students.	Teachers may use approved teacher-facing tools as optional supports following training and district guidance.	Student use must be connected to instruction, teacher directed, and teacher monitored.
High school, grades 9 through 12	Khanmigo through Khan Academy and HMH Writable are approved tools for supporting secondary instruction. MagicStudent is not currently available to Broward County Public Schools students.	Teachers may use approved teacher-facing tools as optional supports following training and district guidance.	Student use must be connected to instruction, teacher directed, and teacher monitored.

Approved tool snapshot

The following summary is included to help families understand the difference between teacher-facing tools, student-facing tools, and open public tools.

Tool	Who may use it	Purpose	How is it applied
MagicSchool	Teacher-facing use for teachers, instructional leaders, and educational administrators.	Teacher planning, instructional resources, differentiation, communication, and efficiency.	Can support planning, resource development, communication, and differentiated instruction. Educators remain responsible for reviewing and adapting all materials before use.
MagicStudent	MagicSchool’s student-facing feature. Not currently available to Broward County Public Schools students.	Provides student support serving as a resource that enhances student learning under teacher directed instruction.	If approved in the future, is teacher directed, teacher monitored, and used only by trained educators under district procedures.
Khanmigo through Khan Academy	Approved student-facing use for secondary students in supported settings.	Tutoring and guidance.	Acts as a guided tutoring support. It prompts students to think through problems instead of simply providing an answer. It does not replace student thinking. Teachers remain responsible for directing its instructional use.
HMH Writable / Revision Aid	Approved student-facing use for grades 6 through 12 in supported writing settings.	Writing feedback and revision support.	Provides feedback before teacher review. It is not a conversational tool and does not replace teacher grading.
Microsoft Copilot Premium	Staff-facing use.	Staff productivity, planning, workflow support, and operational use.	Supports staff work and is not a student-facing tool.
ChatGPT, Google Artificial Intelligence features, and other open AI tools	Not approved by Broward County Public Schools as student-facing instructional tools.	Public Artificial Intelligence tools outside the district-approved student tool set.	The district is reviewing controls for access to open public tools on school-issued devices, including devices used on non-school networks. Because students may still encounter public tools outside district-controlled settings, families should talk with their children about safe and responsible use.

Frequently asked questions

1. What is Artificial Intelligence?

Artificial Intelligence, often called AI, is technology that can help people organize information, identify patterns, generate ideas, draft content, provide feedback, and support learning activities. Artificial Intelligence is a tool used to support teachers and students. It does not replace the educational relationship among teachers, students, and families. Teachers remain central to learning.

2. Why is the district talking about Artificial Intelligence?

Artificial Intelligence is already part of daily life, the workplace, and future career pathways. Broward County Public Schools wants students to understand these tools and learn to use them safely, responsibly, ethically, and with adult guidance.

3. What does “Human Intelligence First, Artificial Intelligence Second” mean?

It means people remain the decision makers. Teachers lead instruction. Students do the thinking. Families remain partners. Artificial Intelligence can support learning, but it should never replace human judgment, relationships, creativity, care, or responsibility.

4. Will Artificial Intelligence replace teachers?

No. Teachers remain at the center of learning. Teachers make instructional decisions, build relationships, provide feedback, support students, and determine how tools are used in the classroom.

5. Are elementary students using district-approved Artificial Intelligence tools?

No. Broward County Public Schools does not currently use or provide district-approved, student-facing Artificial Intelligence tools to students in kindergarten through grade 5. Because students may still encounter public tools outside district-controlled settings, families should talk with their children about safe and responsible use.

6. Will elementary students learn about Artificial Intelligence?

Elementary students may receive age-appropriate instruction about Artificial Intelligence literacy and digital citizenship, such as how technology can generate information, why information must be checked, and how to use technology safely. The specific curriculum and timing are still being reviewed. This instruction does not mean elementary students are given access to district-approved student-facing Artificial Intelligence tools. Because students may still encounter public tools outside district-controlled settings, families should talk with their children about safe and responsible use.

7. What is the difference between teacher-facing and student-facing tools?

Teacher-facing tools help educators with tasks such as planning, creating resources, communicating, and differentiating instruction. Student-facing tools are tools students may interact with directly, but only in approved settings, with teacher direction and monitoring.

8. Are teachers required to use district Artificial Intelligence tools?

No. Based on current district practice, teachers’ use of district Artificial Intelligence tools is optional. Use must follow district guidance, completion of required training, have instructional purpose, and be guided by the teacher’s professional judgment.

9. How are teachers trained?

Teachers receive training and support through a variety of formats, including online, blended, and in-person sessions, as well as learning communities and coaching. These opportunities address numerous content areas and support teacher growth and development. Specific to Artificial Intelligence, current and planned training includes responsible use, ethics, privacy, instructional best practices, human oversight, and guidance on when Artificial Intelligence should and should not be used.

10. What is Khanmigo?

Khanmigo is an Artificial Intelligence-supported tutoring and guidance tool through Khan Academy. It prompts students to think through problems instead of simply providing answers. It supports student thinking through guiding prompts, while teachers remain responsible for directing its instructional use. Khanmigo acts like a tutor and cannot be used as a shortcut to get answers.

11. What is HMH Writable or Revision Aid?

HMH Writable, including Revision Aid, supports writing and revision. It can provide feedback while students are drafting so they can revise before submitting work to the teacher. It is not a conversational Artificial Intelligence tool, and it does not replace the teacher’s review or feedback.

12. What is MagicSchool?

MagicSchool is an Artificial Intelligence platform designed primarily to support teachers with planning, instructional resources, differentiation, communication, and efficiency. MagicSchool is teacher-facing.

13. What is MagicStudent?

MagicStudent is MagicSchool’s student-facing Artificial Intelligence platform. It is designed to help students practice skills and receive real-time feedback under direct teacher supervision. MagicStudent is not currently available for Broward County Public Schools students.

14. Will there be additional training if MagicStudent is used in schools?

Yes. If MagicStudent is approved for future student use, teachers will be required to complete additional training before turning on student-facing features. The training requirements, content, and procedures will be finalized before any student access is granted or shared in the classroom.

15. Will families be notified if a teacher uses MagicStudent with their child?

Yes. If the district approves MagicStudent for future student use, families will be informed before implementation. Communication procedures, parent information, and any available choices will be shared after related policy and procedures are finalized. For the latest updates please visit browardschools.ai.

16. Do Broward County Public Schools approved tools create content for students?

Approved student tools are to be used to coach, guide, and support students. Tools are not to replace student thinking, creativity, or create completed work for students to submit as their own.

17. Will Artificial Intelligence be used for grading?

Broward County Public Schools does not use Artificial Intelligence in place of a teacher to assign a final grade. An approved tool may assist with the teacher’s review, suggest follow-up instruction to strengthen student skills, and provide feedback during learning; however, the teacher remains responsible for reviewing student work, giving final feedback, and determining grades.

18. How are Artificial Intelligence tools selected and approved?

District-approved tools are reviewed for instructional value, privacy, safety, accessibility, age appropriateness, teacher training needs, responsible use, and alignment with district goals.

19. What are real-time threat detection and real-time moderation?

Real-time threat detection means a tool can alert adults quickly if a student interaction includes serious concerns such as self-harm or threats to others. Real-time moderation means the tool redirects or stops conversations that move into unsafe, inappropriate, or overly personal areas.

20. Who receives student safety alerts?

For approved student-facing tools, teachers receive alerts when a serious threat is detected. Depending on the level of concern, the alert may also be escalated to administrators and other trained personnel.

21. How is student information protected?

The district reviews approved tools for privacy and security requirements. Relevant protections include the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), and the Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA). Florida protects K-12 student data through the Student Online Personal Information Protection Act (Florida SOPIPA), State Board of Education Rule 6A-1.09550, and the Florida Information Protection Act (FIPA). Student information in approved tools stays within the Broward County Public Schools environment and is not used to train Artificial Intelligence.

22. Do student interactions train the Artificial Intelligence models?

No. Under current district requirements, approved Broward County Public Schools tools must not use our students’ interactions to train Artificial Intelligence models.

23. Are ChatGPT, Google AI, or other open tools used?

Open public tools such as ChatGPT and Google Artificial Intelligence features are not approved by Broward County Public Schools as student-facing instructional tools. They may still be accessible outside district-controlled settings. The district is reviewing controls for open public tools on school-issued devices, including devices used on home networks. Access may be more difficult to control when students use devices on home networks. Families are encouraged to remind students to use only teacher-directed, district-approved tools for schoolwork and to discuss safe, responsible technology use at home.

24. Can families preview or test approved tools?

Yes, preview and testing opportunities are being planned. The district is exploring possible regional sessions where parents and guardians could see or interact with tools that may be used in the future. Details have not yet been finalized and will be made available when they are. Latest updates are available at browardschools.ai.

25. Will Artificial Intelligence increase screen time?

The district recognizes family concerns about screen time. Artificial Intelligence is a tool, and use must have a clear learning purpose and should be balanced with reading, writing, discussion, collaboration, hands-on learning, movement, and direct interaction with teachers and classmates. Specific requirements continue to be refined and guided by data, policy, and instructional guidance.

26. How is Artificial Intelligence different from i-Ready and other education technology?

Artificial Intelligence is one type of educational technology. i-Ready is not an Artificial Intelligence tool. Families often connect these tools because they involve devices, screen time, homework, and classroom use. The district acknowledges concerns with screen time and student overdependence on technology and continues to listen to and address the concerns by constantly and regularly reviewing feedback, student data, appropriate use, and impact on student learning.

27. How will Artificial Intelligence support reading, writing, and social skills?

Artificial Intelligence can support reading and writing by providing feedback, helping teachers differentiate instruction, or presenting ideas in different ways. It is a tool that helps inform instruction; it does not replace discussion, human interaction, social development, or teacher guidance. The district’s position is that Artificial Intelligence should never replace human interaction.

28. Could Artificial Intelligence reduce critical thinking or creativity?

This is a valid concern. Students still need to read, write, solve problems, think independently, communicate clearly, and create original ideas. Our approach is for Artificial Intelligence to support and develop these skills, not to replace them, by teaching students to use Artificial Intelligence responsibly and ethically. Teachers remain central to instruction and responsible for setting expectations, guiding, and reviewing student work.

29. Will students be taught about the risks and limits of Artificial Intelligence?

Yes. The district is committed to responsible use. As part of our Artificial Intelligence vision, instruction will help students understand both how to use Artificial Intelligence and when not to use it. This includes checking accuracy, avoiding overreliance, protecting privacy, using tools ethically, and verifying generated information.

30. How does Artificial Intelligence help teachers without replacing them?

Artificial Intelligence is a tool that will help teachers save time with planning, resource creation, differentiation, communication, and administrative tasks. It will be used to support educators, not replace them. Teachers remain responsible for, and central to, individualized instruction, feedback, relationships, and decisions about student learning.

31. How will success be measured?

The district plans to review success through multiple measures, including usage, student outcomes, student engagement, teacher workload, teacher time saved, and whether tools support and enhance individualized student instruction. Data will be shared in district monthly reports to the School Board and public updates through Broward Powered by AI. Latest updates are available at browardschools.ai.

32. What would cause the district to stop using a tool?

Every instructional tool is evaluated on an ongoing basis. This applies to traditional and digital tools, including Artificial Intelligence tools. If evidence and data show that a tool does not support district goals, improve learning, protect students, or meet safety and privacy requirements, the district reconsiders, adjusts, replaces, suspends, or discontinues its use.

33. Are there costs for the district to use Khanmigo, Writable, or MagicSchool?

These tools do not currently cost the district additional funds to use. Khanmigo is through Khan Academy, Writable is connected to the adopted instructional materials, and MagicSchool was donated. Teacher training is provided through district staff, vendor-provided training, or agreements and does not cost the district, schools, or teachers extra. Long-term costs and value continue to be reviewed and assessed to ensure they meet district student learning goals.

34. How does Artificial Intelligence affect the district’s climate goals?

We are all concerned about the energy and environmental impact AI can have. The use of Artificial Intelligence can help us better track and improve the use of operational systems, such as lighting, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and building systems, to help reduce energy use. Environmental impact remains an important question that we will continue reviewing.

35. How can families stay informed?

Families can visit the Broward Powered by AI website at browardschools.ai for updates, approved tools, parent resources, recordings, slide decks, family forum dates, community feedback opportunities, and accountability information.

36. How can parents and guardians participate in future decisions?

Families can complete district and school-based surveys, submit feedback through Broward Powered by AI, attend Community and Family Forums, participate in school advisory meetings, attend area or district advisory meetings, contact School Board members, attend School Board meetings, and share concerns through school and district channels.

37. What are the next Family Forum dates?

The next Family Forum is scheduled for August 27, 2026, with another forum expected on either September 23 or September 24, 2026. Families should check district communications and Broward Powered by AI for updates and posting of future sessions.

38. What if my family’s question was not answered during the forum?

Families are encouraged to continue submitting questions and feedback to the team through Broward Powered by AI. Please visit browardschools.ai.

39. How will data be used to make decisions about Artificial Intelligence tools, and who oversees those decisions?

Broward County Public Schools plans to look at more than numbers alone. The district’s monitoring process includes family feedback, student outcomes, student engagement, teacher workload, and possible overuse or unintended effects. Oversight includes the Instructional Innovation & Digital Learning Department, along with district leadership groups, tool review teams, educators, and other human decision makers. Broward County Public Schools is also a proud member of the SPARK initiative, led by Impact Florida in partnership with the University of Florida’s CS Everyone Center and in collaboration with Microsoft, Google, and other school districts. For more information about SPARK, please visit browardschools.ai/#event-spark.

40. What evidence will show whether Artificial Intelligence tools are helping students and teachers?

The district plans to review several measures, including student outcomes, engagement, teacher workload, time saved, and whether the tools support individualized learning. Families will also have opportunities to share feedback. Because implementation is still developing, the district will continue reviewing results and sharing updates rather than relying on one measure alone.

41. Will the district compare outcomes for students who use Artificial Intelligence tools with those who do not?

As tools become available to students, data will be collected and reviewed using a methodical approach to help inform future decisions. This review will include both quantitative and qualitative data and will consider students in the same grade levels and their performance on specific standards.

42. When will MagicStudent be available for students?

MagicStudent, the student-facing part of MagicSchool, is not currently available to Broward County Public Schools students. The district continues to review family feedback and future implementation. If access is approved later, teachers will receive training before providing access to students, and student use will be teacher directed and teacher monitored.

43. Are teachers being trained to use Artificial Intelligence responsibly and effectively?

Yes. The district is providing professional learning focused on responsible use, privacy, safety, instructional quality, and human oversight. Teachers will receive additional training before they can use MagicStudent with students. Artificial Intelligence tools are optional supports for teachers and do not replace their professional judgment.

44. What is the current cost of MagicSchool, Khanmigo, and HMH Writable?

These tools do not currently add extra costs to the district. MagicSchool access was provided through a donation, Khanmigo access is supported through Khan Academy and a tutoring grant for high school students, and HMH Writable is included with the adopted English language arts materials.

45. How will the district pay for these tools if free access, grants, or donations end?

The district continually monitors and reviews long-term funding plans. Before continuing or expanding a tool, the district reviews its educational value, student outcomes, total cost, available funding sources, and whether the tool is producing the expected results.

46. Are there additional requirements connected to the MagicSchool donation through the Community Foundation of Broward?

MagicSchool is supported through a donation. At this time, the district can provide only quantitative data because MagicSchool and MagicStudent have not yet been fully rolled out. As additional data becomes available, the district will share findings with funders and the community by posting reports on the Broward Powered by AI website: browardschools.ai.

47. How many schools currently use Prisms Virtual Reality?

Prisms Virtual Reality is an approved, teacher-directed immersive math and science tool. The number of participating schools at this time is 58 total schools, including all schools with middle grades (K-8 and 6-12 combinations) plus a small number of high schools and centers.

48. Do students use their own district login when accessing approved Artificial Intelligence tools?

Approved tools are made available through the student access portal, known as Clever. Students can access only the tools available for their grade level and instructional setting. Some features must also be assigned or enabled by a teacher.

49. Is a student’s work in MagicStudent private?

MagicStudent is not currently available to Broward County Public Schools students. Information entered into approved tools stays within the district environment and is not used to train Artificial Intelligence models. Approved tools allow authorized teachers or administrators to review student activity for instruction, safety, and appropriate use.

50. Are students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEP) entered into MagicSchool?

At this time, details from a student’s Individualized Education Program are not automatically loaded into MagicSchool. The district currently has this feature turned off. The district team is reviewing features and processes to ensure that, if activated, the feature will align with district and state standards and follow Broward County Public Schools privacy requirements.

51. Does district approval of Artificial Intelligence change the rules for using Teachers Pay Teachers resources?

Teachers Pay Teachers is an online marketplace where prekindergarten through grade 12 educators buy, sell, and share educational resources. These resources may not align with Florida standards or district requirements. By comparison, Artificial Intelligence tools approved and implemented by Broward County Public Schools are vetted and reviewed for effectiveness, safety, and alignment with Florida state standards.

52. Are schools or employees rewarded for using Artificial Intelligence tools?

Artificial Intelligence tools such as MagicSchool are optional supports for teachers. Their use is based on a clear instructional or operational purpose, not on earning a reward. Microsoft is supporting the district’s effort to improve operations and productivity by offering an incentive to encourage the use of Copilot. The incentive is awarded to the school with the highest use, and the funds go directly to that school to support its needs.

53. Can a teacher set limits or parameters when students use Khanmigo?

Khanmigo guides students step by step rather than simply providing answers. Teachers determine how it is used, assign activities or features, and establish classroom expectations for when and how students may use it. Teachers can also enable Focus Mode, a feature that allows teachers to disable Khanmigo for the entire class or individual students for up to four hours at a time.

54. How will the district respond if state law requires parent permission before students use Artificial Intelligence?

The district will follow any final legal and policy requirements. The Broward Powered by AI site is intended to provide parent notices, available choices, contacts, and updates. Because requirements may change, families will receive clear information before any student-facing Artificial Intelligence tool is introduced. To stay up to date, please visit browardschools.ai.

55. Is Microsoft Copilot used by students in the classroom?

No. Microsoft Copilot Premium is primarily a staff-facing tool and is not available to the general Broward County Public Schools student population. A small group of approved high school students in a specific technology pathway uses a monitored version under staff supervision.

56. Can students open approved Artificial Intelligence programs on their own, such as HMH Writable?

Access depends on the tool. Khanmigo is available to eligible secondary students through the district environment. Teachers determine when HMH Writable is assigned or enabled for student work. MagicStudent is not currently available. Student-facing tools and their use remain connected to grade level, instruction, teacher oversight, and district approval.

57. How will the district prevent students from being unfairly accused of using Artificial Intelligence?

A student should not be judged only by an automated detector or by how polished the work appears. Teachers should review the student’s process, drafts, sources, assignment expectations, and explanation of the work before reaching a conclusion. The district’s guiding approach keeps human judgment and fair educational decisions at the center. The district also has a task force reviewing procedures to help ensure that tools used to identify copied or Artificial Intelligence-authored work are used appropriately, include safeguards, and have proper oversight.

58. How will Artificial Intelligence tools support students with disabilities and other individual learning needs?

Accessibility is one of the district’s tool-selection principles. Artificial Intelligence may help teachers adjust reading levels, provide different ways to access content, and create more individualized support. Approved tools must pass an accessibility review, and they do not replace a student’s Individualized Education Program, Section 504 plan, accommodations, specialized instruction, or support from educators and service providers. The Exceptional Student Education & Support Services Department is involved in reviewing tools to help ensure that district standards are properly incorporated into any tool released for teacher use.

59. Does using more Artificial Intelligence conflict with the district’s goal of reducing screen time?

These goals do not have to conflict when technology is used for a clear, limited learning purpose. The district recognizes concerns about total screen time. Artificial Intelligence supports instruction; it does not replace reading, writing, discussion, movement, hands-on learning, or interaction between teachers and students. The district strives for a balanced approach to student learning and the use of technology, and continues to monitor and review its use, adjusting based on data and input from parents and teachers.

60. Do approved Artificial Intelligence tools allow adults to review what students enter, and who can see it?

Approved student-facing tools include monitoring, moderation, and flagging features. Teachers oversee student use, and safety concerns are shared with appropriate school administrators. The exact level of visibility depends on the tool and the educational or safety purpose. Student information is protected, remains within the district environment, and is shared only with authorized staff who need it.

61. Can parents review their child’s prompts and work in approved Artificial Intelligence tools?

As with other student work, parents may ask the teacher or school to explain how a tool is being used and may ask questions about their child’s work.

62. Will parents need to give permission before schools use Artificial Intelligence with their child?

The district will follow final state law, School Board policy, and district procedures. Current family resources are designed to provide notice, available choices, contacts, and updates. Because requirements may change, families will receive clear information before a student-facing tool is introduced. To stay up to date, please visit browardschools.ai.

63. Who trains the Artificial Intelligence systems used by Broward County Public Schools?

Artificial Intelligence models are developed and trained by vendors using large data sets before the district approves them. Broward County Public Schools reviews tools for privacy, safety, accessibility, reliability, and instructional value. District-approved tools do not use Broward County Public Schools students or their data to train Artificial Intelligence models.

64. How does a teacher provide feedback when students use HMH Writable?

Teachers can add an assignment rubric for students to use while writing. HMH Writable can provide color-coded suggestions on grammar, structure, word choice, and alignment with the rubric before the student submits the work. The tool provides an additional layer of support, but the teacher still reviews the work and provides final feedback, whether during class, after the student submits the work, or both.

65. Can students use Khanmigo when they need tutoring help?

Yes. All students in grades 6 through 8 currently have access to Khanmigo, and students in grades 9 through 12 have access through the Florida Tutoring Advantage Grant. Khanmigo provides step-by-step guidance, study strategies, and links to Khan Academy practice. Teachers may also assign additional activities or enable additional features.

66. When students use MagicStudent or another approved Artificial Intelligence tool, will it check whether their answers are accurate?

The way a tool responds depends on the tool and the activity selected by the teacher. MagicStudent is designed to guide students through their thinking by asking questions and providing prompts instead of giving them an answer. It can help a student reconsider an answer or think through the next step, but it does not replace the teacher’s review or judgment. Teachers determine the learning goal and how the tool should support the activity.

67. Will MagicStudent grade student work?

No. MagicStudent is intended to coach and guide students, not independently grade their work. A teacher remains responsible for reviewing student work, providing feedback, and making grading decisions.

68. How does MagicStudent support students without doing the thinking for them?

MagicStudent uses a question-based approach similar to tutoring. It may ask follow-up questions, prompt students to explain their thinking, or guide them toward information they should consider. The goal is to support the student’s reasoning rather than create the work or provide the final answer.

69. Can teachers decide what MagicStudent should focus on during an activity?

Yes. Teachers have the ability to define the purpose of the activity and the type of thinking students should practice. This is important because accuracy may not be the goal in every assignment; for example, some activities may focus on building an argument, practicing creativity, developing fluency, or explaining reasoning. The teacher remains responsible for setting the expectations and deciding how the tool supports student learning.

70. Can Artificial Intelligence support teacher planning without creating the lesson for the teacher?

Yes. An Artificial Intelligence tool can be set up to coach a teacher through the planning process by asking questions about the lesson, student needs, learning goals, and instructional decisions. This approach supports the teacher’s thinking instead of replacing it or automatically creating a lesson plan without teacher input.

71. Will students learn how Artificial Intelligence works, including generative Artificial Intelligence and Artificial Intelligence agents, rather than only learning how to use it as a productivity tool?

Yes. Artificial Intelligence literacy is an important part of the district’s approach. In elementary school, students learn the ideas behind how Artificial Intelligence works without using student-facing Artificial Intelligence tools. Through age-appropriate activities, students learn about patterns, data, predictions, checking information, privacy, fairness, and how technology can help solve problems. As students grow, this foundation prepares them to understand more advanced ideas and to use approved tools thoughtfully and responsibly. The goal is not simply to teach students how to use a tool; it is to help them understand how the technology works, what it can and cannot do, and why human judgment remains essential.

72. How will the district help students and teachers understand that Artificial Intelligence is a tool, not a person that thinks or knows things the way people do?

The district’s Artificial Intelligence literacy message is clear: Artificial Intelligence is a tool, not a person. It looks for patterns in information and may use those patterns to make a prediction or suggestion. It can be useful and still be wrong. Elementary lessons build this understanding through age-appropriate activities that focus on patterns, data, predictions, and checking answers rather than using student-facing Artificial Intelligence tools. For secondary students, approved tools are used in teacher-guided settings, and teachers and students are expected to review results, question the information, and make the final decisions. Human thinking, evidence, and responsibility remain most important.

73. How will students learn to recognize when an Artificial Intelligence tool agrees with or flatters the user instead of providing accurate information?

Students need to understand that a confident, friendly, or agreeable response is not always a correct response. The district’s Artificial Intelligence literacy approach teaches students to question technology, check information, and use reliable sources before accepting or sharing an answer. Families can reinforce this thinking by asking, “Could the computer be wrong?”, “What information did it use?”, and “How can we check the answer?” Students should compare the response with trusted evidence, consider whether important viewpoints are missing, and ask an adult or teacher when they are unsure. The goal is to help students use Artificial Intelligence thoughtfully without treating agreement as proof that an answer is accurate.

Visit Broward Powered by AI: browardschools.ai
Use the family feedback tools posted on Broward Powered by AI.
Look for Community and Family Forum recordings, slide decks, approved tool information, policy updates, and future meeting dates.
Share school-level questions through School Advisory Council meetings, School Advisory Forum meetings, school staff, or school leadership.
Attend area advisory, district advisory meetings, or School Board Meetings to continue sharing feedback.
Contact School Board members for policy questions or broader district concerns. Visit the Broward County School Board contact information page.

See for the full data privacy section, and for what is approved and why.

Approved tool

Microsoft Copilot

An AI assistant inside the district's protected Microsoft environment, with enterprise data protection enabled. Used for operational and administrative productivity: drafting, analysis, communication, and workflow efficiency.

District adoption, July 2026

Largest implementation in the world for educational staff

Broward County Public Schools is the largest implementation of Copilot Premium in education in the world. This claim is verified directly by Microsoft.

20,000

Licensed Copilot users

735,000+

AI interactions on Copilot to date

2,080

Attended Copilot professional learning training

64%

Copilot adoption, districtwide

Source: Broward Powered by AI Monthly Board Implementation Report, July 2026 (rev. 7-23-2026), Executive Summary and Performance Dashboard. "Largest implementation" claim verified by Microsoft per Framework document, July 28, 2026.

Microsoft Challenge & partnership

Microsoft will provide $4,000 to one school per region per month for the most innovative and impactful use of Copilot AI, plus a $10,000 award at the end of the year to one school districtwide. Principals have been presented with the plan and a dashboard to track Copilot AI usage; an application will be released to schools so they can apply for the award before the school year opens.

Source: Broward Powered by AI Monthly Board Implementation Report, July 2026 (rev. 7-23-2026), Operational AI and Performance Dashboard.

Microsoft Copilot: professional learning

The real course catalog BCPS Information Systems Division offers staff, from first exposure through building custom AI agents. Course numbers and descriptions as provided by ISD PMO.

Introduction courses

39149799 · Context-Based Copilot AI Chat
Designed for non-instructional staff to understand the difference between web-grounded and work-grounded Copilot AI chat experiences, and when to use each for research, brainstorming, or work-specific tasks.

39149797 · Copilot AI in Excel: Simplify Your Data
Use Copilot AI in Microsoft Excel to analyze data, generate formulas, create summaries, and automate repetitive tasks.

39149801 · Copilot AI in Outlook Calendar & Email
Explore how Copilot AI enhances email and calendar workflows in Outlook, from drafting to scheduling.

39150579 · Copilot Create: Visual Design Made Easy
Design visually appealing, professional materials using smart prompts, layout suggestions, and visual refinements.

39149796 · Copilot in PowerPoint: Design with Ease
Quickly generate presentations, refine slide content, visualize data, and tailor messaging.

39149800 · Copilot in Teams, Work Better Together
Catch up on missed discussions, summarize conversations, draft chat responses, and organize tasks in Microsoft Teams.

39149798 · Copilot in Word: Write Smarter, Faster
Draft, edit, summarize, and refine documents more efficiently in Microsoft Word.

Intermediate courses

39150127 · Copilot AI For Admins
Hands-on workflows and prompt techniques for school and department admins across Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Forms, and Teams.

39150102 · Copilot AI Skills For Non-Instructional: Practical Workflows
Practical, hands-on workflows and prompting techniques to streamline daily tasks across Microsoft 365.

39150277 · Intermediate Copilot AI Chat Skills
Structure prompts, use multi-turn refinement, and apply real-work workflows for meetings, document analysis, and weekly planning.

Advanced courses

39150052 · Advanced Copilot AI: Pre-built Agents
Leverage prebuilt agents to automate repetitive processes, surface instant insights, and simplify complex workflows.

39150103 · Advanced Copilot AI: Building Agents
Explore real-world use cases and build a first AI agent to automate tasks and streamline workflows.

Course completions to date

Attendance across Microsoft Copilot professional learning sessions, as reported by BCPS ISD PMO. Confirmed by BCPS ISD PMO, July 29, 2026.

Course	# Attended
Advanced Copilot AI, Prebuilt Agents (Admin)	38
Advanced Copilot AI, Pre-built Agents for Non-Instructional Staff	100
Copilot AI Chat, Context-Based	216
Copilot AI For Admins, Workflows	68
Copilot AI For Non-Instructional Workflows	100
Copilot AI in Excel: Simplify Your Data	381
Copilot AI in Outlook Calendar & Email	331
Copilot in PowerPoint, Design with Ease	277
Copilot in Teams, Work Better Together	213
Copilot in Word: Write Smarter, Faster	306
Copilot Intermediate AI Chat	50
Total	2,080

Leader resources

Short, ready-to-use prompt guides for principals and school leaders using this tool.

Copilot demonstration videoWatch on YouTube

PRISM: Getting Started with Copilot for School LeadersPDF resource, provided by BCPS

Approved tool

MagicSchool AI

A purpose-built education platform that helps teachers plan, differentiate, and reach every learner, with human oversight at every step. Built for K-12 classroom instruction, teacher-led, and helps educators differentiate for ESE and ESOL learners. Student data is never used to train AI models, and the district owns all of it.

MagicSchool AI: adoption metrics

Professional learning progress for MagicSchool AI, as reported through the July 21-22, 2026 webpage review.

117 of 206

AI Liaisons trained (57%) · 4 sessions, 90 participants

205 of 226

Schools participating (91%) · 230+ schools districtwide, 276 total sites/departments

27

Administrators trained · STO, North, and South regional leadership; Leadership Week (6/8-6/9) not yet included

401.5

PL hours documented · 19 sessions, 254 educators (through 5/15/26)

~461

PL hours estimated, full quarter · 22 sessions, 292 participants (projection only)

Teachers-trained count: BCPS reporting combines "educators and staff," so a teacher-only figure isn't available yet. Flagged for BCPS to advise how to handle this.

Not yet available, pending the Fall 2026 MagicStudent rollout: Parents trained (0), Parent events (0), Student AI literacy participation (0, launches Q1 Aug-Oct 2026-27 school year).

Source: BCPS webpage-review Framework document, update through July 21-22, 2026.

Leader resources

Short, ready-to-use prompt guides for principals and school leaders using this tool.

MagicSchool AI demonstrationBroward-specific overview

PRISM: Using MagicSchool AI as a School LeaderPDF resource, provided by BCPS

Approved tool

Prisms VR

An immersive virtual reality platform students use to explore math and science concepts hands-on, from ratios and graphing to phase changes, always teacher-directed and tied to formative assessment data (CFUs).

Prisms VR: classroom videos

Real classroom footage of Prisms VR in use, provided by BCPS, with a transcript available under each video.

Prisms VR: Implementation · Read the transcript ↗

Prisms VR: Outcomes · Read the transcript ↗

Prisms VR: district impact, 2025-26

473

Coaching days completed

343

Participating teachers · +17 since 4/1/26

23,692

Participating students · +1,092 since 4/1/26

1,703

Students submitted a Check for Understanding · +273 since 4/1/26

110 of 110

Modules utilized

“During the 2025-2026 school year, Algebra 1 EOC proficiency increased to 93% from the mid-80s. With Prisms, I incorporated inquiry-based learning strategies that encouraged students to explain their thinking, analyze multiple problem-solving approaches, and engage in collaborative discussions to deepen conceptual understanding.”

Ms. Anuradha Arun · 8th Grade Math (Algebra 1), Silver Trail Middle School

Source: Prisms VR District Impact Summary, 2025-26 school year, provided by BCPS, updated July 28, 2026.

Approved partner

Khan Academy / Khanmigo

Khan Academy and its AI tutor, Khanmigo, are listed among BCPS's approved AI partners.

Educator training video

This training video is also housed inside Khan Academy under Khan for Educators, alongside additional asynchronous professional learning videos that break the platform down into best practices. Any stakeholder is welcome to check out any part of that course, whether or not they have a Khan Academy account (khanacademy.org → Explore → Khan for Educators). Students and teachers do not access these videos on YouTube; inside the platform, the videos are housed internally.

Khan for Educators training videoWatch on YouTube, or in-platform

Full tool details, safety features, and classroom guidance for Khanmigo, and its Spanish-language counterpart (spelling to be confirmed by BCPS), are still being finalized with BCPS. This page will be completed once that content is received.

Parent Resources

How student data is protected

The protections behind every AI decision. Read the plain-language answer first, then open the full document. The District is presenting a comprehensive AI policy to the School Board for approval. Once ratified, the approved policy will be linked here.

Sample answers for layout. Final wording to be confirmed by BCPS legal and data governance, including any Florida-specific privacy law.

What information is collected, and why?

Approved tools collect only what is needed to deliver the educational service. Information is used for that purpose alone, not for advertising or any unrelated commercial use.

Where is data stored, and who has access?

Data stays within the district's protected systems and approved vendor environments governed by data privacy agreements. Access is limited by role to the staff who need it for instruction and support.

Can AI train on my child's information?

No. Approved tools are configured so student and staff information is not used to train public AI models. This is a condition of approval for every tool listed on this site.

What are my rights as a parent?

Parents have the right to know what AI tools are being used in their child's education and how they are being used, and to request that their child be excluded from the use of AI where practicable. Under FERPA you may also inspect and review your child's education records and request corrections; under PPRA, certain surveys require notice and the chance to opt out.

How are tools checked before students use them?

All student-facing tools are subjected to a rigorous review process to ensure they include protections beyond the already stringent BCPS data privacy and security provisions. Each tool must demonstrate real-time threat detection and moderation, with immediate notification to teachers and administrators of any inappropriate usage. Vendors also sign data privacy agreements and must meet COPPA requirements for younger students; approved tools may not sell student data or use it for targeted advertising.

Are AI detectors used to accuse students?

No. AI detection tools can be unreliable and biased, so they are not relied upon to make decisions about a student. Academic integrity is handled through clear expectations and honest conversation.

The laws that protect your child

FERPA

Federal law giving parents rights over education records and control of personal information.

COPPA

Federal rule protecting the online data of children under 13. Vendors must comply.

PPRA

Requires notice and opt-out for certain surveys on sensitive topics.

State privacy law

Limits how education vendors use student data, including a ban on selling it.

Your choices

Questions and opt-out

Families can ask how AI is used in their child's classroom and learn about available choices. Email AIFeedback@browardschools.com with questions or to request an opt-out.

Report a concern

A direct channel for families to raise a question or concern about an AI tool, routed to the responsible office. Email AIFeedback@browardschools.com.

Featured documents

AI & Digital Literacy Activities for HomePDF, 975 KB · 8 pages · activities for Grades K–12

BCPS AI PolicyPending Board approval · will be linked once ratified

School Board ResolutionNo. 26-132 · adopted March 10, 2026

Read the School Board Resolution (No. 26-132, adopted March 10, 2026)

RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF BROWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS ADVANCING EDUCATION POWERED BY ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)
March 10, 2026 · No. 26-132

WHEREAS, The School Board of Broward County, Florida (SBBC) recognizes the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance teaching, learning, and operational efficiency across the district; and

WHEREAS, SBBC is committed to leveraging AI to personalize instruction, streamline educational practices, and prepare students for the demands of a technology-driven world, while safeguarding privacy, closing the digital divide, promoting digital citizenship, and expanding opportunities for critical thinking and innovation; and

WHEREAS, SBBC has established the AI Task Force and partnered with Microsoft to implement AI tools districtwide, including the largest K-12 deployment of Microsoft Copilot in the world, setting a new global standard for AI integration in public education; and

WHEREAS, SBBC will provide universal access to AI tools and resources for all students, regardless of background or ability, and ongoing professional learning for educators, staff, and administrators to build AI literacy; and

WHEREAS, SBBC is committed to ensuring that AI technologies are implemented with appropriate human oversight and in accordance with ethical guidelines to safeguard against plagiarism, bias, and misuse of AI in academic work, and to protect students' and educators' data privacy; and

WHEREAS, SBBC believes that AI should be leveraged to enrich instruction and support student learning, not to replace or diminish the expertise of education professionals; and

WHEREAS, SBBC has established an AI Liaison Cohort to serve as school-based leaders to support staff and administrators with integrating AI tools and practices responsibly into teaching, learning, and operations district-wide, while guiding students to use AI safely and effectively to enhance their learning; and

WHEREAS, SBBC is dedicated to regularly evaluating the ethical use and implementation of AI technologies, with educators and community stakeholders at the decision-making table.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that The School Board of Broward County, Florida, hereby declares the foregoing principles and actions in alignment with Florida Standards and Broward County Public Schools' (BCPS) Strategic Plan for High-Quality Instruction and College, Career, and Life Readiness for the ethical and effective implementation of AI in BCPS.

Given at Fort Lauderdale, Florida, this 10th day of March 2026.

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF BROWARD COUNTY, FLORIDA
Approve: Sarah Leonardi, Chair
Attest: Dr. Howard Hepburn, Superintendent of Schools

Note: Full text of Resolution No. 26-132 shown above. A direct link to the official Board Docs/Granicus record will be added once BCPS provides the exact record URL. The Ethical Implementation Guide and Standard Operating Procedures documents have been removed from this list at BCPS's request pending finalization; they will be restored here if and when BCPS is ready to publish them.

Sources: U.S. Dept. of Education Student Privacy Policy Office (FERPA, PPRA); FTC COPPA guidance; state student data privacy statutes; Peninsula School District and TeachAI on AI detector reliability.

AI literacy

Understanding AI, for students and families

Broward teaches students not just to use AI, but to understand it, question it, and use it responsibly. The approach is built on the AI4K12 Five Big Ideas, the leading K-12 AI literacy framework.

The Five Big Ideas in AI

Perception

AI senses the world through cameras and microphones and turns signals into meaning.

Representation & Reasoning

AI builds models of the world to work through problems, but does not think like a person.

Learning

Computers learn by finding patterns in large amounts of data supplied by people.

Natural Interaction

Interacting naturally with people takes many kinds of knowledge that AI still lacks.

Societal Impact

AI can help and harm. Biased data can leave some people worse served, so ethics matter.

What students learn, by grade band

Elementary

Recognize where AI shows up in everyday life and that it is a human-made tool.
Understand computers learn differently from people, by finding patterns in data.
Begin reasoning about fairness, and that altered photos and videos exist.

Middle

Train and test a simple model and examine its data for bias.
Understand how recommendation algorithms shape what they see online.
Define AI and generative AI and weigh benefits and drawbacks.

High

Carry out a full machine-learning process and evaluate the data critically.
Judge AI against fairness, transparency, accountability, and privacy.
Evaluate AI-generated content for accuracy, bias, origin, and citation ethics.

Core topics across all grades

Digital CitizenshipAI LiteracyPrompt WritingFact VerificationBias AwarenessAcademic IntegrityFuture ReadinessCareer Connections

Family AI Toolkit

Co-learn

You don't need to be an expert. Explore AI alongside your child.

Always verify

AI can sound confident and still be wrong. Check answers against a trusted source.

Protect privacy

No names, addresses, or photos go into AI tools.

Talk about it

Ask what your child uses and what their school allows.

Professional learning for educators

Teachers move through a clear pathway, from foundations to leadership.

1

AI Foundations

What AI is, how it works, and responsible use.

2

Hands-on practice

Guided practice with approved tools like Copilot and MagicSchool.

3

Classroom integration

Applying AI in literacy, math, science, ESE, and ESOL settings.

4

Leadership

AI liaisons and leaders coach others and guide responsible use.

How AI supports learning by content area

Leading with the strongest evidence. AI is a force multiplier for practice, feedback, and access. It does not replace teachers, and it does not match one-to-one human tutoring.

Special Education (ESE)

Text-to-speech and other supports remove barriers, aligned with Universal Design for Learning. This is the strongest-evidence area.

Mathematics

Adaptive practice gives students targeted problems and feedback, with the teacher guiding instruction.

Literacy

AI reading tutors give real-time feedback that multiplies guided oral-reading practice.

English Learners (ESOL)

Speech-feedback tools support private pronunciation practice. Translation helps, with accuracy limits noted.

Science

Automated formative feedback on how students investigate, supporting inquiry.

All subjects

Teachers save time on planning and differentiation, with every output reviewed by a human.

Sources: AI4K12 (AAAI and CSTA, NSF-funded) Five Big Ideas; CSTA and AI4K12 AI Learning Priorities; ISTE Standards; Common Sense Education; UNESCO AI Competency Framework; CAST Universal Design for Learning; U.S. Dept. of Education AI report (2023).

Learning · Department of Instructional Innovation & Digital Learning

AI Liaisons and AI Student Leaders

A structured, districtwide leadership program, not just a directory. AI Liaisons and AI Student Leaders work together at each school to build responsible AI use, student voice, and digital citizenship.

Every Broward student is part of the Student AI Council, a School Board directive giving students a direct voice in how AI is used across the district.

A message from the Department of Instructional Innovation & Digital Learning

"Our mission is simple: to ensure that innovation reaches every classroom, every educator, and every student. Through the leadership of our Instructional Innovation and Digital Learning Department and the dedication of our AI Liaisons, we are creating a network of support that turns emerging technologies into opportunities for student success."

Thomas J. Correll, Director, Instructional Innovation and Digital Learning

Program structure and timeline

School-based engagement

Roughly one meeting per month with a school-based facilitator, during or after school. Schools may fold this into leadership, media, innovation, or advisory structures.

District-level engagement

Students may be invited periodically, not routinely, to student-voice conversations, innovation showcases, and feedback sessions tied to district initiatives.

Time commitment

Designed to be manageable and inclusive. No weekly requirement. Students typically serve one school year, with flexibility to rotate.

Student selection guidance

Selection is about curiosity and digital citizenship, not credentials.

What selection looks for

Curiosity and willingness to engage with new ideas
Responsible digital citizenship and respectful communication
Reflects the diversity of the school community

What selection does not require

GPA or standardized test scores
Prior AI or technology experience
An existing formal leadership title

AI Liaison training, 2025-2026

Program-wide training completed by AI Liaisons across the district, as reported to the School Board.

206

AI Liaisons districtwide

10

AI Liaison training sessions (Aug '25 - May '26)

AI Liaisons completed a structured training series from August 2025 through May 2026, progressing through Microsoft Copilot, MagicSchool AI, Promethean, Adobe, and NCCE Copilot Agent sessions, complemented by district-wide Hot Lab sessions and department- and region-specific trainings for Elementary, Secondary, BTU, CTACE/PMO, ESE, and ESOL teams. Asynchronous training options remain available through summer 2026.

A named, school-by-school AI Liaison contact directory is still an open data request to the Department of Instructional Innovation & Digital Learning, expected as a Forms-linked list rather than a static upload.

Source: Broward Powered by AI Monthly Board Implementation Report, July 2026 (rev. 7-23-2026), Professional Learning & Adoption Dashboard.

AI in the Classroom: for teachers and students

Ethical AI Use: Remember the 3 Principles.

Fairness

Treat all voices and perspectives with respect.

Accuracy

Always fact check AI-generated information for accuracy and bias.

Transparency

Be clear when and how AI is used.

Four domains of AI literacy

1. Engaging with AI

Recognize when AI is being used, then assess the accuracy and relevance of the output.

2. Creating with AI

Brainstorm responsibly in partnership with an AI system to develop ideas, solve problems, or generate content.

3. Managing AI

Make intentional choices about how AI can assist and improve human work.

4. Designing AI

Grasp how AI functions and its social and ethical effects by influencing how the AI system operates.

For parents and guardians

Your rights

Transparency in how AI is used in instruction
Plain-language explanations of tools and safeguards
Opportunities to opt in or out where applicable
Ongoing communication when tools or policies change

Your responsibilities

Reinforce ethical, learning-focused AI use at home
Protect privacy: don't share personal information with AI tools
Understand AI can be wrong ("hallucinations") or biased
Raise questions or concerns through established channels

Program contacts

Mr. Thomas CorrellDirector, Instructional Innovation & Digital Learning

Claudia BritesAI Liaison Cohort Lead/Project Manager, Technology & Support

Rachelle BogganProfessional Development Specialist

Angelique LynchProfessional Development Specialist

Jaclyn ShermanProfessional Development Specialist

Tikilah ShropshireStaff Developer

The interactive school-by-school AI Liaison map (liaison names, schools, and direct contact) will not be available until after August 10, 2026, once principals complete the required intake form. A companion AI Liaison Handbook is expected to be finished before that date. This section will be updated with the full roster once it is provided.

Sources: AI Liaison and AI Student Leader Handbook, Department of Innovative Learning, Approved Documents / 5 Learning, BCPS SharePoint. BCPS Policy 5306: School and District Technology Usage; BCPS Code of Student Conduct.

Community engagement

Community Engagement

Broward Powered by AI is built with families, not just for them. Explore what's happened, what to expect next, and how to get involved.

Events

Each event gets its own page: the full story, quotes, photos where we have them, and every material families or staff can download.

Aug27

Family Forum #2

Completed

Virtual. AI literacy in PreK-5 and an introduction to MagicStudent, with a live parent Q&A.

Full session recording
Session materials & activity guides

Aug19

South Area Advisory Meeting

Completed

Pines Collegiate Academy 6-12. The Broward Powered by AI update was shared with the South Area Advisory Council, covering approved AI tools, safeguards, and program milestones.

Presentation deck
Approved-tools & milestone summary

Aug17

Back to School AI: District 4

Completed

El Mariachi Restaurant, Coral Springs. A parent event on approved AI tools, online safety, and supporting learning at home.

Presentation deck
Approved-tools & milestone summary

Jul29

Family Forum #1

Completed

Virtual. First of three Family Forum sessions: what AI is, approved tools, privacy safeguards, and a live parent Q&A.

Full session recording
Leader quotes & Q&A themes

Jun5

Parent AI Symposium 2026

Completed

Nova High School, Davie. Parents, students, educators, and school leaders learned how AI is shaping education, with a main session, breakouts, and networking.

Event photo gallery
Superintendent & Board quotes

Community feedback

Broward Powered by AI uses a curated feedback model: positive feedback and resolved items gathered from Family Forums, symposiums, and school-based sessions are shared here for families. This is not an open-ended suggestion form for commenting on a specific tool or vendor.

ThoughtExchange: Broward Powered by AI surveytejoin.com/participate/269107278

QR code linking to the Broward Powered by AI ThoughtExchange survey

Scan to share your thoughts

Source: ThoughtExchange survey link and QR code, July 29, 2026. Additional curated feedback content is still being compiled and will be added here.

Community · Event

Parent AI Symposium 2026

On June 5, 2026, the District brought parents, students, educators, and school leaders together to learn how AI is shaping education and how Broward is using it responsibly.

Hosted at Nova High School in Davie, the Parent AI Symposium was an in-person event designed to help families understand how artificial intelligence is transforming the classroom and how to support their students in an increasingly technology-driven world. Attendees explored both the benefits and the concerns around AI, with a main session focused on what families need to know.

A highlight of the day was students themselves demonstrating how they use AI in their learning, alongside district leaders answering questions directly from parents.

"This is an opportunity to really teach people about how Broward County Public Schools plans to use AI in the classroom and outside the classroom as well."Dr. Howard Hepburn, Superintendent, Broward County Public Schools

"It's really important for leaders and policy makers to anticipate the big changes that AI is going to bring and prepare our students and our families for an AI workforce."Sarah Leonardi, School Board Chair

DateJune 5, 2026

LocationNova High School, Davie

Who attendedParents, students, educators, and school leaders

Main sessionAI in BCPS: What Families Need to Know

FormatMain session, breakout sessions, and networking

Photo gallery

Broward Powered by AI symposium, opening remarks at the podium

Audience members listening during the Parent AI Symposium

Parents and educators seated in the audience at the AI Symposium

Panel discussion on stage at the Broward Powered by AI symposium

Speakers seated on stage for the Voices of Broward Powered by AI panel

District leader speaking at the Parent AI Symposium podium

Presentation slide shown during the AI Symposium main session

Attendees in the auditorium at the Parent AI Symposium

AI infrastructure and training, by the numbers

As presented by Dr. Fabian Cone, Chief Academic Officer, and Manuel Castaneda, Executive Director of Analytics & Intelligence, at the June 5, 2026 symposium.

Governance and infrastructure

AI Task Force convened November 2024. 20,000+ Microsoft 365 Copilot licenses deployed districtwide. Ethical Implementation Framework board-adopted; AI Resolution passed March 10, 2026. Copilot and MagicSchool integrated across district systems.

Training and readiness

Five-phase rollout: districtwide training and awareness, tool-specific learning through the AI Liaison Cohort, live and asynchronous Canvas-integrated sessions, site-based implementation support, and ongoing monitoring with usage data and stakeholder feedback to refine training.

Presentations & session materials

Real session materials from the Parent AI Symposium, provided by BCPS.

AI Symposium Main SessionPDF, 2.3 MB · June 5, 2026

June 5th Parent PresentationPDF, 6.3 MB · includes the Parent/Guardian Support One-Pager

Microsoft Reading CoachParent session, presented by Nashira Moore · June 5, 2026 symposium

All Symposium-day materials are now accounted for, either hosted directly on this site, linked to their live demo, or included within another session deck (the Parent/Guardian Support One-Pager is part of the June 5th Parent Presentation, not a separate file). Academic Leadership Days photos, breakout tracks, and materials are posted separately under For Staff and Leaders, since that event was for administrators, not families.

Sources: WSVN 7News coverage of the BCPS Parent AI Symposium (June 2026); browardschools.com. Quotes verbatim from WSVN reporting. Infrastructure figures: AI Symposium Main Session (6.5.26), Approved Documents / 6 Community, BCPS SharePoint.

Community · Parent & Community Engagement

Family Forum #1 — July 29, 2026

The first of three parent-facing Family Forum sessions, recorded for families who could not attend live. Broward County Public Schools hosted its first Family Forum on Artificial Intelligence to share clear information with families about how AI may support teaching and learning, while addressing community questions and concerns.

Recording of the July 29, 2026 Family Forum: Understanding AI and Its Use in Broward Schools, hosted by Thomas Correll.

Held July 29, 2026, the forum brought together parents, families, community representatives, educators, and school leaders to discuss how Broward County Public Schools is using AI responsibly. It was created in response to parent feedback and designed as the first in a series of community conversations focused on AI, screen time, student safety, instructional technology, and responsible innovation.

District staff introduced families to the fundamentals of artificial intelligence — what AI is, how it works, and how approved instructional tools differ from publicly available AI platforms — and covered district-approved tools such as Khanmigo and HMH Writable, student-privacy safeguards, and the vetting process required before any student-facing AI tool reaches a classroom. Parents took part in an extended question-and-answer session on AI and grading, opt-out opportunities, monitoring, teacher training, approved versus non-approved tools, and how the district measures success.

"This work is not replacing teachers. It is not replacing human connection. And it is certainly not allowing technology to make decisions for our children... Our responsibility is helping students understand these tools, use them appropriately, and develop the critical-thinking skills needed for the future."Mr. Thomas Correll, Director, Instructional Innovation and Digital Learning

"Broward's vision for artificial intelligence is not about replacing teachers. It never has been. It never will be... Our vision is simple. It's human intelligence first, it's artificial intelligence second."Dr. Fabian Cone, Chief Academic Officer

"When it became clear that there were community concerns that really needed attention, answers, and accountability, it was important to start addressing and acknowledging them. That's how this Family Forum came about."Jacqui Luscombe, ESE Advisory Council Chair

DateJuly 29, 2026

LocationVirtual

Who attendedParents, community representatives, families, educators, and school leaders

SessionUnderstanding AI and Its Use in Broward Schools

FormatWebinar, Q&A, and feedback survey

What the forum covered

Student safety drives every decision

Before an AI tool can be used with students, it must pass extensive privacy, security, moderation, and safety reviews. District leaders shared that approved tools such as MagicSchool and MagicStudent have monitoring features, real-time safeguards, and meet student-privacy compliance requirements.

AI supports teaching, not replaces it

Teachers remain responsible for instruction, grading, and relationships with students. AI tools are designed to help educators save time on administrative tasks, personalize learning, and spend more time supporting students.

A thoughtful, age-appropriate approach

Elementary students currently do not have access to district-approved student-facing AI tools. Student access, when available, is tied to grade level, teacher training, instructional purpose, and ongoing oversight.

Continuous improvement through monitoring

The district plans to monitor implementation, review usage data, gather community feedback, and evaluate outcomes to ensure AI tools continue to support student achievement and district goals.

Presentations & session materials

Session materials from the July 29 Family Forum, provided by BCPS.

What is AI and How Students Will Use It: What Every Family Needs to KnowPDF, 1.7 MB · 33 slides

The session recording and presentation slides are now available above. BCPS's source material also names an "Artificial Intelligence in Education" feedback survey for this forum, but does not yet include a working link for our team to host. This will be added here as soon as BCPS provides it — see the Pending tracker.

Family Forum sessions

Sept 23-24

Family Forum #3 · continued communication and feedback

August 27

Family Forum #2 · held, recorded for families unable to attend live

July 29

Family Forum #1 · this page

Planning process

Family Forum content and format were shaped through parent-driven planning meetings held July 8, 15, and 22, 2026 via Microsoft Teams, in partnership with:

Linda Ferrara, Chair, Technology Advisory Committee
Erin Gohl, Chair, Broward Parent and Community Involvement Task Force
Lisa Reas, DEAC Subcommittee
Jacqui Luscombe, ESE Advisory Council Chair

Sources: DRAFT July 29 Family Forum Web Page Content (rev. 8-10-2026); Broward Powered by AI Monthly Board Implementation Report, July 2026 (rev. 7-23-2026), Parent & Community Engagement.

Community · Parent & Community Engagement

Family Forum #2 — August 27, 2026

The second of three parent-facing Family Forum sessions, each recorded for families who could not attend live. Broward County Public Schools hosted its second Broward Powered by AI Family Forum to continue an open, transparent conversation with families about artificial intelligence and its role in education. The virtual session provided an overview of the District's human-centered approach, responded to questions raised through earlier community engagements, and shared how families can remain involved as the work moves forward.

Family Forum flyer: AI Literacy in PreK-5 and Exploring MagicStudent, Thursday, August 27, 2026, virtual webinar

Watch the Family Forum #2 session →

Opens in full-screen mode on EduVision, alongside related Broward Powered by AI videos.

The forum focused on two areas: what AI literacy looks like for students in PreK through Grade 5, and an introduction to MagicStudent, a teacher-guided student learning environment that is not currently available to BCPS students. Presenters emphasized critical thinking, safety, privacy, age-appropriate learning, teacher oversight, and the importance of checking technology-generated information.

"Tonight is about reassuring our families and our community, being transparent, allowing for family voice, and working together collectively to ensure that our drive behind AI is keeping the human at the center of everything."Mr. Thomas Correll, Director, Instructional Innovation and Digital Learning

"You don't need to be a technology expert. You just need to have the skepticism to remind yourself to check the answers."Dr. Lisa V. Milenkovic, Supervisor, STEM+C, AI & Immersive Learning

"Thank you for being here, being present, giving us feedback, and using your voice, because it takes a village to really do this the right way."Dr. Fabian Cone, Chief Academic Officer

DateAugust 27, 2026

LocationVirtual

Who attendedParents, community representatives, families, educators, and school leaders

SessionAI Literacy in PreK-5 and Exploring MagicStudent: Understanding AI and Its Use in Broward Schools

FormatWebinar, Q&A, and feedback survey

What the forum covered

Human thinking remains central

The session began with a review of Broward Powered by AI as the District's centralized, public-facing approach to responsible, transparent, and human-centered AI use. Families were reminded that AI may support teaching, learning, accessibility, personalization, and efficiency, but it does not replace teachers, curriculum, professional judgment, educational decisions, grading, or human relationships. District leaders also reviewed five commitments to families: transparency, trust, education, engagement, and accountability.

AI literacy is not the same as using AI tools

The first presentation segment explained that elementary AI literacy is about learning how AI works, not using AI tools. Families saw a grade-by-grade progression from recognizing people-made tools and sensors to exploring patterns, data, predictions, verification, and community impact. Activities shared were unplugged and use familiar experiences such as sorting objects, collecting simple data, checking answers, and discussing privacy, fairness, accuracy, and respect.

Exploring MagicStudent

The second segment introduced MagicStudent and included a live demonstration of a teacher-created learning room. The presentation showed how a teacher can select tools aligned to a lesson, monitor student activity, provide practice and review, and ways to offer additional support or enrichment. Although MagicStudent is not currently available to BCPS students, if used in the future, it would function as a teacher-guided support tool rather than a replacement for instruction.

Safety and digital citizenship begin early

Students learn to protect personal information, ask an adult before using unfamiliar technology, communicate respectfully, and check information before sharing it. Families can reinforce these habits through simple conversations at home.

Technology-generated answers must be checked

AI can be useful and still be wrong because responses depend on the information used. Students and families are encouraged to compare answers with reliable sources and consider privacy, fairness, accuracy, and context.

Family voice continues to shape the work

The Family Forum series gives families opportunities to ask questions, provide feedback, and learn about the district's direction. Broward Powered by AI serves as a central location for resources, updates, FAQs, and future engagement opportunities.

Presentations & session materials

Session materials from the August 27 Family Forum, provided by BCPS.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Literacy in Elementary School: What families need to know about AI literacy in PreK-5PDF

Artificial Intelligence & Digital Literacy Activities for HomePDF · Simple activities, conversation starters, and sample responses for families with children in Grades K–12

Family Forum · August 27, 2026 · PowerPoint SlidesPDF · AI Literacy in PreK-5 and Exploring MagicStudent

Feedback Survey: Broward Powered by AI ThoughtExchangeDistrictwide survey · tejoin.com/participate/269107278

Sources: August 27 Family Forum Web Page Content (rev. 8-31-2026); Broward Powered by AI Monthly Board Implementation Report, August 2026 (rev. 8-27-2026), Parent & Community Engagement.

Family Forum sessions

Sept 23-24

Family Forum #3 · continued communication and feedback

August 27

Family Forum #2 · this page

July 29

Family Forum #1 · held, recorded for families unable to attend live

Community · Event · District 4

Back to School AI: What Parents Need to Know

On August 17, 2026, District 4 hosted a Back to School AI parent event at El Mariachi Restaurant in Coral Springs, walking families through how AI is shaping education at BCPS, how to keep kids safe online, and practical ways to support learning and creativity at home.

Presented by Dr. Fabian Cone (Chief Academic Officer), Thomas Correll (Director, Instructional Innovation & Digital Learning), Jaclyn Sherman (Professional Development Specialist), and Nathan Clock (Instructional & Digital Materials Analyst) from the Division of Academics, the session (titled "Broward Powered by AI: From Vision to System Readiness") walked families through why AI matters now, the five commitments to every family, which AI tools are approved and for which grade bands, and what has been completed so far — from the AI Task Force and School Board Resolution No. 26-132 to the June 5 Symposium and Family Forum sessions.

"Teachers remain central to learning."From the presentation, on what AI is and is not used for

DateMonday, August 17, 2026, 11:30 AM–1:00 PM

LocationEl Mariachi Restaurant, 2153 N. University Dr, Coral Springs, FL 33071

Presented byDivision of Academics, District 4

FormatIn-person parent presentation, 32 slides

Approved AI tools and current access

Staff and teacher tools

Microsoft Copilot Premium (staff productivity and operations), MagicSchool (teacher planning, differentiation, communication, efficiency).

Student-facing tools, by grade band

Khanmigo through Khan Academy: grades 6-12. HMH Writable revision support: grades 6-12. Prisms VR: teacher-directed immersive math and science. Elementary: no student-facing AI tool access at this time.

What has been done so far

AI Executive Steering Committee and AI Task Force established, with an AI Liaison network across schools
School Board AI Resolution No. 26-132 approved
Microsoft Copilot and MagicSchool rolled out districtwide
June 5 Parent AI Symposium and June 8-9 Leadership Week sessions held
Family Forum sessions and browardschools.ai hub development underway

Ways to share feedback

Straight from the closing slide: the Artificial Intelligence in Education survey, SAC/SAF meetings, district advisory/committee meetings, School Board meetings, and emailing Board members directly.

Presentation materials

Broward Powered by AI: From Vision to System ReadinessPDF, 1.7 MB · 32 slides

Source: Broward Powered by AI Slidedeck, 8.17.26, Division of Academics, Approved Documents / 6 Community, BCPS SharePoint; District 4 Back to School AI event flyer.

Community · Event · South Area

South Area Advisory Meeting

On August 19, 2026, the Broward Powered by AI team shared a districtwide program update with the South Area Advisory Council at Pines Collegiate Academy 6-12, covering how AI is being used across BCPS, safeguards for students, and what has been completed so far.

The session reused the "Broward Powered by AI: From Vision to System Readiness" presentation, the same materials shared with families at the District 4 Back to School AI event on August 17, walking the South Area Advisory Council through why AI matters now, the five commitments to every family, which AI tools are approved and for which grade bands, and program milestones to date — from the AI Task Force and School Board Resolution No. 26-132 to the June 5 Symposium and Family Forum sessions.

DateWednesday, August 19, 2026

LocationPines Collegiate Academy 6-12

AudienceSouth Area Advisory Council

FormatIn-person presentation, 32 slides

Approved AI tools and current access

Staff and teacher tools

Microsoft Copilot Premium (staff productivity and operations), MagicSchool (teacher planning, differentiation, communication, efficiency).

Student-facing tools, by grade band

Khanmigo through Khan Academy: grades 6-12. HMH Writable revision support: grades 6-12. Prisms VR: teacher-directed immersive math and science. Elementary: no student-facing AI tool access at this time.

What has been done so far

AI Executive Steering Committee and AI Task Force established, with an AI Liaison network across schools
School Board AI Resolution No. 26-132 approved
Microsoft Copilot and MagicSchool rolled out districtwide
June 5 Parent AI Symposium, Family Forum, and District 4 Back to School AI sessions held

Ways to share feedback

Straight from the closing slide: the Artificial Intelligence in Education survey, SAC/SAF meetings, district advisory/committee meetings, School Board meetings, and emailing Board members directly.

Presentation materials

Broward Powered by AI: From Vision to System ReadinessPDF, 2.1 MB · 32 slides

Source: Broward Powered by AI Slidedeck, 8.17.26 v2.1, presented 8/19/26, Division of Academics, Approved Documents / 6 Community, BCPS SharePoint.

Recognition

Broward selected for Impact Florida's SPARK cadre

Broward County Public Schools is one of six Florida districts selected to join SPARK, Supporting Practical AI for Real K-12 Classrooms, an 18-month statewide initiative examining and supporting responsible AI use in education.

SPARK is led by Impact Florida in partnership with the University of Florida's CS Everyone Center, in collaboration with Microsoft and Google. Through the program, district teams work on both policy governance and practice: developing or refining guidance on ethics, data privacy, procurement, academic integrity, and responsible use, while testing practical instructional approaches rooted in real classroom needs.

The other districts selected for the first SPARK cadre are Citrus County School District, School District of Manatee County, School District of Palm Beach County, Polk County Public Schools, and Putnam County School District (in partnership with NEFEC).

"AI is changing education faster than ever before, and districts shouldn't have to navigate that change alone. Through SPARK, we're creating a collaborative space where district leaders can learn from one another, build coherent systems, and develop thoughtful approaches that put students, educators, and communities at the center of AI implementation."Dr. Nadine Ebri, SPARK Program and Instructional Lead Consultant

District teams will assess their current AI readiness, collaborate with peers and national experts, strengthen policy and governance, pilot instructional innovations, and develop coherent approaches that align leadership, technology, and teaching.

AnnouncedAugust 18, 2026

Duration18-month statewide initiative

Led byImpact Florida, with UF's CS Everyone Center, Microsoft, and Google

Resources

Read the Impact Florida press releaseimpactfl.org

Impact Florida's LinkedIn announcementTags all six SPARK cadre districts

Broward's AI principlesbrowardschools.ai

Source: Impact Florida, "Six Florida districts selected to join new AI-focused initiative," August 18, 2026; Impact Florida LinkedIn post, August 2026.

Community · Parent & Community Engagement

Community feedback

Broward Powered by AI uses a curated feedback model: positive feedback and resolved items gathered from Family Forums, symposiums, and school-based sessions are shared here for families. This is not an open-ended suggestion form for commenting on a specific tool or vendor.

Share your feedback

BCPS gathers ongoing community input through ThoughtExchange, a districtwide survey and discussion tool.

ThoughtExchange: Broward Powered by AI surveytejoin.com/participate/269107278

Scan to share your thoughts

Source: ThoughtExchange survey link and QR code, July 29, 2026. Additional curated feedback content is still being compiled and will be added here.

Community · Calendar

Upcoming events

Family Forum #1 (July 29) and Family Forum #2 (August 27) have already been held — see them on the Community Engagement page. The next confirmed session is below.

Sept23-24

Family Forum #3

Upcoming

Continued communication and feedback. Session details have not yet been provided by BCPS — this page will be updated with a link to its own page once they are.

Source: Broward Powered by AI Monthly Board Implementation Report, July 2026 (rev. 7-23-2026), Parent & Community Engagement Timeline.

Accountability

Public Transparency Dashboard

A live snapshot of the people, schools, and hours behind Broward Powered by AI. Tied to district goals and updated on a set schedule.

236,667

Students served

222

Schools

206

AI Liaisons

4,318+

Teacher users

60,423+

AI interactions

33

Professional learning sessions

Source: BCPS Monthly Board Implementation Report, July 2026.

August 2026 Monthly Board Report

District implementation status: on target. BCPS continues implementing Broward Powered by AI through a phased, governance-driven approach focused on instructional excellence, student safety, transparency, and responsible innovation.

221

Schools

221

AI Liaisons, 2026–27

3,657

MagicSchool users

58,571+

MagicSchool AI interactions

20,000

Licensed Copilot users

420,000+

AI interactions on Copilot

Source: BCPS Monthly Board Implementation Report, August 2026 (rev. 8-27-2026).

Monthly Board Implementation Report — August 2026Prepared for the School Board · rev. 8-27-2026 · PDF

Read the August highlights

Governance and policy. Following Board-directed revisions after the 8/4 workshop and 8/11 First Reading, final AI policy adoption is scheduled for September 15, 2026.

Parent communication. Family Forum #2 was held August 27, 2026. BrowardSchools.AI is now live and serves as the hub for Family Forum sessions, recorded sessions, videos, FAQ, and safety/privacy resources.

Board-requested updates. A Student AI Advisory Council is in planning, with an expected launch in September 2026, to represent student voice, AI literacy, responsible use, and pilot feedback. Board AI accounts are in progress to support hands-on experience and governance understanding.

Safety testing. 19 of 19 test conversations were successfully redirected in real time; no student would have received an unsafe response in any of the 19 test cases. MagicStudent remains off by default districtwide.

Next 90 days. September: Student AI Council launch, AI Liaison Program launch, Family Forum #3. October: monitoring of the Student AI Council, AI Liaison Program, and MagicStudent professional learning for secondary teachers opting in.

Timeline: where we are, and what's next

Past

AI Task Force formed
Copilot Premium deployed to 20,000+ staff for operational and administrative use
MagicSchool deployed to teachers

Coming up

Microsoft Challenge
MagicStudent rollout
Willow Discovery stage (connecting district assets to AI)
Data Lake Bronze layer completed for student and financial data

Source: BCPS webpage-review Framework document, update through July 21-22, 2026.

Professional learning pathway completion

Illustrative sample data. Figures are placeholders pending BCPS data confirmation.

AI Foundations82%

MagicSchool AI64%

Microsoft Copilot58%

AI & Literacy47%

AI & ESE Supports39%

Governance and review

A living document

This initiative is reviewed and updated on a set schedule. Each update is dated and versioned so families can see what changed and when.

We show setbacks too

Credible transparency means reporting what is not working alongside what is. Progress, delays, and lessons learned are all shared here.

Last reviewed: placeholder date · Version: draft.
Sources: OECD Government at a Glance 2025 on public transparency; ISTE governance guidance; Peninsula School District versioning practice.

MagicSchool & MagicStudent: readiness, safeguards, and implementation

The Division of Academics' response to School Board Agenda Item 1 concerns about MagicSchool AI, MagicStudent, student safety, data privacy, teacher control, parent transparency, training, and accountability.

MagicSchool and MagicStudent Readiness, Safeguards, and Implementation ResponseFinal Full Report · Division of Academics, July 2026

Read the Executive Brief and key findings

Division of Academics position. The evidence shows Broward County Public Schools has already established the core privacy, contractual, training, and oversight structures needed to proceed responsibly. MagicStudent has been deactivated for Broward since the agreement was executed. BCPS staff testing found MagicSchool redirected or stopped every harmful prompt attempt across all 19 adversarial test scenarios; no student would have received an unsafe response in any test case. Rather than an indefinite pause, the report recommends an accountability-based implementation model with readiness gates, public reporting, parent communication, teacher training, and student access controls.

MagicStudent remains off. A decision has been made that MagicStudent will stay turned off for Broward until readiness requirements are met. For SY 2026–2027, only secondary teachers who opt in will be required to complete MagicStudent training, which grants them access to create and control student rooms — including which tools are available, activity monitoring, and the ability to open, pause, lock, close, or remove students.

Two distinct safety mechanisms. Redirection is real-time student protection: when a student attempts a harmful prompt, the platform refuses to engage, stops the conversation, and where appropriate directs the student to a trusted adult or crisis resource. In testing, this worked in every case. Flagging is a separate, back-end administrative notification layer, with sensitivity configurable by the District. The widely-circulated “31%” figure refers only to which of the 19 redirected test conversations triggered an administrative flag under the platform's default, out-of-the-box settings — it does not describe an unsafe student response, since there were none.

Current teacher-facing momentum (through May 20, 2026). 4,318 teacher users active; 60,423 AI interactions; 217 schools active; 33 professional learning sessions delivered.

Public message. “BCPS is not replacing teachers with AI. We are implementing a teacher-controlled, policy-governed, contractually protected, and transparently communicated instructional AI support system. MagicStudent is currently off. Student-facing use in SY 2026–2027 will be limited to trained secondary teachers, and only after readiness conditions are met.”

Note: This is a summary of the full report for family-facing transparency; the complete document, including the detailed Board response (Items A–M), adversarial testing appendix, and evidence base, is available from the Division of Academics on request.

Source: Broward Powered by AI MagicSchool and MagicStudent Readiness, Safeguards, and Implementation Response – Final Full Report, Division of Academics, July 2026, Approved Documents / 7 Accountability, BCPS SharePoint.

How this was built

Grounded in established best practices

Nothing on this site was invented. Every section is drawn from national and international frameworks for responsible AI in education, plus real district practice. This list is for BCPS review and would be refined before publication.

U.S. Department of Education, Office of Educational TechnologyAI and the Future of Teaching and Learning (2023); Designing for Education with AI (2024).
TeachAIAI Guidance for Schools Toolkit and seven principles, led by ISTE and CSTA.
AI4K12 (AAAI and CSTA, NSF-funded)The Five Big Ideas in AI, the leading K-12 AI literacy framework.
UNESCORecommendation on the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence (2021); AI Competency Frameworks.
OECDAI Principles (2019, revised 2024).
NISTAI Risk Management Framework 1.0 (2023).
Student Privacy lawsFERPA, COPPA, PPRA, and state student data privacy statutes.
Student Data Privacy ConsortiumNational Data Privacy Agreement and vendor review practice.
ISTE and Common Sense EducationEducator standards, AI literacy lessons, and family guidance.
Peer districtsPeninsula School District (WA) and Gwinnett County Public Schools (GA) public AI pages.

Hyperlinks added 2026-07-28 per Manny's Framework review request. BCPS should verify each link resolves to the intended page before this list is treated as final.

For staff and leaders

AI guidance for district and school leadership

Artificial intelligence for a district or school leader is best framed not just as a classroom tool, but as a system-level capability that affects instruction, operations, equity, and community trust. This guidance is written for clerical staff, specialists and facilitators, and leaders, not for families. See Parent Resources and Our Principles for the family-facing versions of this guidance.

Ethical AI use: remember the 3 principles

Fairness: treat all voices and perspectives with respect. Accuracy: always fact-check AI-generated information. Transparency: be clear when and how AI is used.

Role-based guidance

For clerical staff

DO

Draft emails, summarize meetings, suggest next steps
Organize and classify documents
Provide quick research or background information

DO NOT

Send communications without human review
Make decisions about personnel, students, or policy
Handle or store confidential data outside authorized systems

For specialists and facilitators

DO

Improve training design and professional learning materials
Analyze data for continuous improvement
Support project management, scheduling, and coordination

DO NOT

Let AI make instructional or professional learning decisions alone
Input confidential student, staff, or district data into unapproved tools
Select instructional resources or partnerships without human evaluation

For leaders

DO

Synthesize data, forecast scenarios, generate strategic briefs
Draft memos, meeting summaries, and community updates
Keep the human in the loop and always review output

DO NOT

Allow AI to make personnel, staffing, or evaluative decisions
Rely on AI to interpret Board policies, contracts, or statutes
Use AI as the source of truth for improvement or technology decisions

Academic Leadership Days (June 8-9, 2026)

Two days of general sessions and breakout training for school and district administrators, distinct from the Parent AI Symposium in Community Engagement, which was open to all families.

School and district leaders networking before a session at Academic Leadership Days

Attendees seated and talking in the auditorium ahead of a general session

Leaders talking near the stage during a networking break

Wide view of the full auditorium seated for an Academic Leadership Days general session

An administrator recognized, standing to applause during a general session

An administrator recognized, standing among colleagues during a general session

A presenter speaking at the podium during Academic Leadership Days

Two presenters sharing the stage at the podium

A presenter speaking from the stage during Academic Leadership Days

Leaders talking near the stage, with the session survey QR code displayed behind them

A presenter gesturing while speaking at the podium

District and school leaders gathered together on stage

Leaders sharing a laugh together on stage

A breakout session on MagicSchool AI, discussing where teachers get stuck

Attendees working on laptops during a breakout session classroom

Attendees working on laptops during a breakout session, classroom library in the background

An ESOL and AI breakout session, attendees at laptops

Attendees at laptops during a breakout session, colorful classroom bulletin boards behind them

A presenter demonstrating a PowerSchool training site during a breakout session

A presenter discussing turning instructional priorities into measurable impact

An administrator trying a virtual reality headset during a breakout session

A small group working together during a breakout session

A presenter demonstrating the Microsoft 365 Copilot daily briefing agent

A breakout session classroom viewed from the back of the room

A communications breakout session on writing effective social media captions

A presenter demonstrating MagicSchool AI with a real classroom writing prompt

A presenter discussing survey and analyst material with attendees

A breakout session in a makerspace classroom with 3D printers

Breakout session tracks

Academic Leadership Days, June 8 & 9, 2026, ran four repeating breakout sessions across administrator regions.

ESE Strategic Goals & AI Integration

Better Together: Unlocking the Power of Microsoft and MagicSchool & Microsoft Copilot: Supporting Learning

Microsoft Education Tools

Copilot Teach – ITFs

Additional real session content (the Khan Academy Summer Bridge presentation, ESE strategic goals slides, and the Principal Executive Board's written AI policy feedback) is in the source material and queued to be added to this page next. The Reading Coach session from this same event series is covered separately in Community Engagement, under Presentations & session materials.

Leadership Days presentations & session materials

Real session materials from Academic Leadership Days, provided by BCPS.

Better Together: Unlocking the Power of Microsoft and MagicSchoolPDF, 4.3 MB

Copilot Teach – Coach Leadership DayPDF, 1.2 MB

AI Presentation (ESE)PDF, 3.5 MB

M365 Study and Learn Agent: walking deck with scriptPDF, 2.2 MB

Resources and policies

BCPS Policy 8500

School and District Technology Usage.

BCPS Code of Student Conduct

Digital citizenship and academic integrity.

Source: Broward AI Support: District and School Leadership One-sheet, Approved Documents / 1 Landing Page, BCPS SharePoint. Used as written, per Sean Russell's placement decision on July 16, 2026 to give this content its own section rather than folding it into Parent Resources. Academic Leadership Days photos, tracks, and materials: BCPS Academic Leadership Days Program 2026, Approved Documents / 6 Community, BCPS SharePoint.