Perry Township Schools students could start using Project Read AI next year thanks to a grant. A reading tutor, Project Read AI, provides feedback to students and informs teachers of their progress. The district will start with kindergarten through second grade students at four schools and expand to other grades and schools after evaluating its impact.
“The one thing I noticed is that when the elementary school [students] go to college, unless they are AI literate, then definitely they are going to be behind the global competition,” Hre Mang, board member, said. “I think this is really critical that our school system match with the global trend where students are learning.”
The American Federation of Teachers has embraced AI and signed major contracts regarding its implementation. However, lots of criticism still looms regarding user data privacy and the impacts of AI. Superintendent Patrick Spray asked how the program protects students’ private information. Jeffrey Spencer, assistant superintendent for Foundational Learning, said the privacy agreements meet state requirements.
“They’ve really gone above and beyond so far, and they’re very new and very excited to get in here,” Spencer said. “And I will tell you, there’s no way we could afford a tool like this if it wasn’t a situation like that.”
Board President Lee Shively said he’s “excited to see what this can do for our teachers of young readers.”
What’s next?
The next Perry Township School Board meeting is 6 p.m. Sept. 29 at 2115 E. Southport Road For more information on board meetings, visit the website.
This brief is adapted from notes taken by Documenter Jae Henson, who covered the August Perry Township School Board meeting. Read more about what happened. Want to help us cover future meetings? Learn how to join Documenters.
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