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Smithfield approves district AI-use policy
What happened
The School Committee approved District Artificial Intelligence Policy IJNDA, establishing rules for student and staff AI use. The policy prohibits plagiarism, impersonation and unauthorized AI-generated work, with disclosure requirements and training on literacy, bias and privacy.
Why it matters to families
The policy sets districtwide expectations for AI-assisted schoolwork and staff use, including privacy safeguards, monitoring and potential disciplinary measures.
The evidence
Approved 4–0 at the Sept. 3 meeting. Minutes state the policy guides responsible AI use by students and staff; prohibits plagiarism, impersonation and unauthorized AI-generated work; sets levels of use and disclosure requirements; and includes training, monitoring, enforcement and disciplinary measures.
The source
Smithfield School Committee — Approved, MinutesSee the full record for Smithfield Public Schools.
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