Is Your School Ready for AI?

What does AI policy in K-12 schools actually look like, and what's dangerously missing? In this episode, Azadeh and Guy sit down with Dr. Nikki Schafer, Director of User Support for Omaha Public Schools, who shares findings from her dissertation analyzing AI policy across Nebraska school districts. Nearly 40% of districts she studied had no public AI policy at all, and most that did focused narrowly on academic integrity while overlooking data privacy, human oversight, and algorithmic bias. From deepfakes in hallways to imposter syndrome among educators, Dr. Schaefer covers the AI challenges schools aren't prepared for. If you care about responsible AI in education, this episode is essential listening.