August Policy Review - Committee Meeting - August 13, 2026

The August 13, 2026, Policy Review Committee meeting of the Atlanta Public Schools (APS) focused primarily on reviewing and approving key policies related to technology use and artificial intelligence (AI) in education. The committee approved the Student Technology Use and Instructional Materials Policy and the Facility Repurposing and Community Asset Stewardship Policy for final board approval in September. The Student Technology Use policy included provisions on device assignment and parental opt-out options for students in grades K-5, with a pilot implementation approach. The Facility Repurposing policy emphasized stewardship of district properties, explicitly prohibiting their use for heavy industry or data centers. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to discussing the Instructional Use of Artificial Intelligence Policy, which is still in draft form and scheduled for further review. The AI policy aims to establish human-centered, responsible AI use in teaching and learning, protect educators from AI replacing their roles, and ensure student data privacy and digital citizenship education. The committee discussed the need for clear guidelines on AI use by students, differentiated by grade levels, and the importance of professional learning for staff. APS staff highlighted ongoing efforts to develop AI literacy courses and governance processes for AI tools. Public input was welcomed, including a call for a moratorium on student access to generative AI until safety and effectiveness are established. The committee plans a town hall in September to gather broader community feedback before finalizing the AI policy.