November 1, 2024
By Anthony Russo, Director of Fabrication and Design
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming an integral part of our children's lives, from education to entertainment. As parents, it's important to stay informed and engage with AI-related developments to support and guide our children effectively. Below are four trusted resources tailored to help TGS parents navigate the world of AI.
Overview: The AI4K12 initiative provides resources specifically for K-12 educators, parents, and students to understand the fundamental concepts of AI. The initiative outlines "Five Big Ideas in AI" that simplify AI for educational purposes and help guide conversations between parents and children about what AI is and how it impacts daily life and education.
Key Features for Parents: The resource offers clear explanations and practical examples of how AI works, ethical considerations, and how parents can support their children in learning about AI. It encourages parents to explore the educational potential of AI through activities and lesson plans that are safe and age-appropriate.
Access: Visit the AI4K12 website.
Overview: Common Sense Media is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping families navigate media and technology. Their AI guide for parents provides comprehensive insights into how AI affects children's media consumption, education, and privacy. The guide breaks down complex AI topics into accessible language and provides actionable advice on monitoring and guiding children’s interaction with AI.
Key Features for Parents: It includes sections on the benefits and risks of AI, practical tips for managing AI technologies at home, and how to discuss AI with children in a way that promotes understanding and safe use.
Access: Explore the Common Sense Media AI Guide for Parents.
Overview: The U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Educational Technology provides resources for educators and parents on how AI is being used in education. It includes guidelines on how to engage with AI technology in educational settings and offers policy frameworks for safe and equitable AI usage in schools.
Key Features for Parents: The resources focus on the ethical implications of AI, privacy considerations, and how parents can advocate for responsible AI use in schools. It provides guidance on how to talk to schools about AI policies and what to look for to ensure children's safety and data privacy.
Access: Visit the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Educational Technology website.
Overview: The Gregory School learning community is committed to educating the whole child
intellectually, physically,emotionally, socially,artistically, and ethically. Our students’ disciplined scholarship is instilled and developed in a learning environment that values the rigors and joys of learning. This scholarship is grounded in intellectual curiosity, critical and creative thinking, and effective communication.
Key Features for Parents: Pages 28 - 29 of the handbook contain the Upper School Academic Honor Code and Middle School Honor Policy.
Access: Visit the Parent Portal and login to your account to access The Student/Parent Handbook.
These resources are from reputable non-profit organizations and government entities that prioritize safety, education, and ethical considerations in AI. They provide trustworthy and practical information that parents at TGS can rely on to better understand AI and its implications for their children's education and well-being.
We encourage all TGS parents to explore these resources and become active participants in understanding how AI can impact our children's education and future.