Policy on Generative AI Use — Families

Your student is in a course that meets the moment: one where AI is a real tool, not a forbidden trick.

We teach students to use these tools with discernment. The goal isn’t speed or automation. It’s deeper thinking, stronger judgment, and ownership of ideas.

Let’s be clear: the foundational nature of learning and literacy has not changed. Students still need to read, reason, write, and revise. What’s changed is the burden on discernment, which has increased exponentially in the presence of generative tools.

In practice, this means:

• Students may use generative AI tools, but must submit prompts and outputs alongside their work.
• Writing by hand is encouraged, especially during learning and assessment.
• Asking AI thoughtful questions during problem-solving is supported.
• Submitting AI-written work as their own is not.

The course is designed to detect shallow understanding. Students will regularly:

• Present and defend ideas aloud
• Complete pencil-and-paper assessments without tech assistance

We appreciate your support in reinforcing that these tools are powerful—but only when used responsibly.