Pre-con Workshop - AI in Practice - How Schools Are Actually Doing the Work

AI in Practice: How Schools Are Actually Doing the Work

Pre-conference Workshop | Sunday, April 26 | 1–4 pm

This interactive pre-conference workshop brings together a small group of independent school leaders who are actively implementing AI across their campuses. Rather than featuring a single presenter or polished case studies, this session is designed as a shared, candid conversation among peers who are making real decisions about AI right now.

Participants will hear from several contributors, each leading a segment that explores how AI work is unfolding in their school communities. These conversations will surface both progress and pain points, offering an honest look at what is working, what has been challenging, and what leaders would do differently if they were starting again.

Topics will include:

1. Approaches to AI with students and faculty

2. Collaboration between academic and IT leaders through AI steering committees

3. Designing meaningful AI professional development for boards

4. A technical deep dive into practical uses of AI in school operations

Each segment is intentionally discussion-driven, with built-in time for questions, reflection, and group dialogue. Attendees should expect to participate actively, share their own experiences, and learn directly from colleagues who are navigating similar challenges.

This workshop is ideal for technology leaders, academic leaders, and administrators who are looking for practical insight, thoughtful conversation, and concrete ideas they can adapt to their own school contexts.