Aztec Municipal Schools approve artificial intelligence policy
Aztec Municipal Schools approve artificial intelligence policy
Publish Date: 2026-01-09 19:06:00
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- AI Policy Approval: Aztec Municipal Schools’ Board of Education unanimously approved Policy 1-6450 on Nov. 9 to guide AI use among teachers and students.
- Lack of State Mandate: There is no existing state requirement for school districts to implement AI policies, according to the deputy superintendent.
- Adaptation and Guidance: The policy was developed using internal school discussions and the initial AI guidance provided by the New Mexico Public Education Department in May.
- Human-Centric Approach: The policy emphasizes human oversight and inquiry alongside AI to drive meaningful education and ensures responsible AI use.
- AI Instruction: The district will offer age-appropriate instruction on AI functionalities for students, including ethical use, safety, and understanding AI’s working mechanisms.
- Prohibition of Misuse: The policy prohibits students from using AI for academic dishonesty, inappropriate content, and avoiding necessary learning processes or skill development.
- Tool Over Threat: Other districts in the region, like Farmington and Central Consolidated, are in various stages of developing their AI policies or have existing frameworks, focusing on using AI as a supportive tool rather than a threat to traditional skills.
- Professional Development: School leaders will provide training and professional development for instructional staff to help them integrate AI responsibly into curriculum.
