06/11/26 School Board Work Session

The School District of Haverford Township held a board work session on June 11, 2026, focusing on several key topics including updates on artificial intelligence (AI) integration in education, technology use policies, and facilities management. The board approved various routine items such as minutes, bill lists totaling approximately $1.98 million, out-of-district educational contracts, and personnel actions. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to presentations on AI tools selected for instructional use—School AI and Brisk Teaching—highlighting their roles in enhancing student learning and teacher efficiency while emphasizing data privacy and human oversight. The board discussed concerns about AI use at different grade levels, data security, and teacher autonomy in adopting these tools. Additionally, the district introduced a new facility reservation system aimed at improving transparency and scheduling efficiency for community and school events. Updates on ongoing construction projects, including Coopertown school renovations and solar panel installations, were provided with assurances of budget stability and project progress. Policy discussions included revisions to student rights, responsibilities, international exchange student policies, and advertising/sponsorship regulations, with plans for further committee review. The meeting concluded with information on upcoming meal pricing adjustments and scheduling of the next board meeting.