Stone Ridge Head of School reflects on faith and learning in the age of AI
Stone Ridge Head of School reflects on faith and learning in the age of AI
Publish Date: 2026-01-13 07:02:00
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John Carroll Society Annual Event: Members gathered on Jan. 11 for the society’s annual January Brunch at St. Patrick’s Church, highlighting Catholic education and faith’s role in professional life.
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Keynote Address: Catherine Ronan Karrels, Head of School at Stone Ridge and Board of Governors member, gave a keynote on “Faith and Learning in the Age of AI,” highlighting the transformative impact of artificial intelligence.
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AI’s Impact on Education: Karrels stressed that while AI represents a dramatic shift in education, Catholic schools are uniquely positioned to address it with clarity and hope, maintaining their moral and ethical frameworks.
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Ethical Reflection: Karrels emphasized the importance of ethical reflection in AI use, quoting Pope Leo XIV’s emphasis on protecting human dignity and justice, and the need for guidance from faith.
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Catholic School Approach: Stone Ridge is adopting a learner’s stance with AI, integrating the school’s mission to guide policies, professional development, and classroom practices while addressing concerns over academic honesty and privacy.
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Role of Community and Faith: Karrels highlighted that hope comes from community, focusing on the values students retain from their relationships and experiences within their schools, rather than specific content.
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Legal Implications: Retired Judge John M. Facciola discussed the legal challenges AI poses, especially regarding privacy, evidence, and free speech, and how states and courts are beginning to address these issues.
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Faith’s Role in the Future: Karrels concluded by encouraging faith and renewal in an age of technological change, asserting the importance of faith in modeling and nurturing future generations.
