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Board replaces all its policies, adding rules for AI
What happened
On September 14, 2026, the board replaced all of its old policies with a new set from the Small School Districts' Association. The new technology policy says AI and other new tools must be approved by the superintendent, must not replace teachers' judgment, and must give notice and opt-out rights when they use personal data.
Why it matters to families
Every school rule now comes from a new rulebook, and it is the district's first written guidance on AI tools.
The evidence
September 14, 2026 approved minutes record Resolution 2026-2027-02 adopting new board policies to replace all previous ones, 3-0. The September board materials contain the new policies, including the Emerging Technologies section on AI.
The source
September 2026 board materialsSee the full record for Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary School District.
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