A foundational information architecture for helping school districts plan, evaluate, implement, and sustain effective technology and artificial intelligence initiatives.
Core Strategy & Vision
AI in K-12: Strategic Roadmap for School Districts
High-level guidance on assessing readiness, setting priorities, and building a multi-year AI adoption plan.
Technology Integration Frameworks for Modern Classrooms
Practical application of models such as SAMR, TPACK, and Triple E in district contexts.
Digital Equity & Access Initiative
Addressing device, connectivity, and skill gaps so technology—and AI—benefits every student.
Data Standards & Interoperability
Understanding Ed-Fi and Common Education Data Standards
Clear explanations of Ed-Fi, CEDS, and related standards with implementation pathways.
Student Information System (SIS) Integration Best Practices
How to achieve reliable data flow between SIS, LMS, assessment, and AI tools.
Data Governance & Interoperability Playbook
Policies, roles, and technical approaches for clean, secure, usable district data.
AI-Specific Essential Content
Responsible & Ethical AI Use Guidelines for K-12
District-ready principles covering bias, transparency, human oversight, and student agency.
AI Tools for Teachers: Classroom Applications That Work
Curated, classroom-tested uses of AI for lesson planning, differentiation, feedback, and enrichment.
Student Data Privacy, FERPA, COPPA & AI
How AI tools interact with privacy laws and practical compliance steps.
AI for Personalized Learning & Adaptive Pathways
Evidence-based approaches and system requirements for truly personalized instruction.
Assessing AI Impact on Teaching, Learning & Assessment
Frameworks for measuring effectiveness and avoiding hype.
Software Systems & Infrastructure
Evaluating & Selecting K-12 Software Systems
Rubrics and processes for SIS, LMS, assessment platforms, and AI vendors.
Cybersecurity Essentials for School Districts
Threat landscape, NIST-aligned practices, and protection of student and operational data.
Cloud Migration & Hybrid Infrastructure for Education
Decision criteria, cost models, and security considerations for district systems.
Single Sign-On, Identity Management & Access Control
Modern identity strategies that support both traditional systems and AI tools.
Implementation & Capacity Building
Professional Learning Pathways for AI & Technology Integration
Role-specific development plans for teachers, coaches, and administrators.
Change Management for Technology Initiatives
Proven approaches to adoption, resistance, and sustained use of new systems and AI.
Case Studies: District Success Stories in Tech & AI
Real implementations with outcomes, challenges, and lessons learned.
Emerging Issues & Support
Emerging Technologies Horizon Scan for K-12
Regularly updated view of AI agents, immersive technology, analytics, and other developments worth watching.
Vendor Evaluation & Contract Guidance for AI Tools
Checklist covering data rights, model transparency, total cost of ownership, and exit strategies.