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District adds AI and generative-AI requirements to technology policy

Owensboro Independent School District · By Ben Guzovsky · Published Oct 17, 2026, 9:59 PM UTC · Board record: Jun 18, 2026

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What happened

Current Policy 08.2323 requires procedures for safe, secure and responsible use of AI, AI-enhanced tools and generative AI, including privacy, ethics, student safety and academic-integrity guidance.

Why it matters to families

The policy governs how students and staff may use AI tools and requires the district to distinguish appropriate learning support from cheating or plagiarism.

The evidence

Current official Policy 08.2323 contains the AI provisions and lists June 18, 2026 as its adopted or amended date under Order 189.2026.

The source

Policy 08.2323: Access to Electronic Media

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