Education Leaders Are Building AI Rules in Real Time – Why Families Should Ask for Written Guardrails

As schools adopt AI tools, clear, written policies help families understand acceptable use, data practices, and due-process protections.

Dan Rothfeld, Chief Operating Officer of The Advocacy Circle

As K–12 schools adopt AI, written policies on use, data, and due process help families avoid confusion and conflict.

When schools build AI policy on the fly, clarity becomes the safeguard. Families should not have to guess what’s allowed, what data is collected, or how decisions are made when technology is involved”

— Dan Rothfeld

FARMINGTON HILLS, MI, UNITED STATES, February 11, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- A January 2026 Education Next analysis describes how K–12 leaders are managing AI use, emphasizing local variation, uneven guidance, and the need for practical governance approaches as tools become commonplace. You can read about it here.

The discussion reflects a national reality: many districts are setting rules while standards and best practices evolve.

When policies are in flux, families can experience inconsistent expectations, especially around academic integrity tools, student data handling, and acceptable use.

Written guardrails help. Parents should expect schools to explain where AI is allowed, where it is prohibited, and what documentation is required when an AI-related issue arises. A simple, published AI policy - paired with staff training and parent-facing FAQs—reduces confusion and conflict.

“When schools build AI policy on the fly, clarity becomes the safeguard. Families should not have to guess what’s allowed, what data is collected, or how decisions are made when technology is involved,” says Dan Rothfeld, COO of The Advocacy Circle.

What can students, families, and schools do now?
• Ask your district whether it has an AI use policy and where it is published.
• Confirm whether AI detection tools are used and what due-process steps exist if a student is flagged.
• Request clarity on student data: what is shared with vendors and under what agreements.
• Encourage a parent-facing FAQ that explains rules in plain language.
• If your child has a disability, discuss how technology tools interact with accommodations and access.

About The Advocacy Circle:
The Advocacy Circle is an education-support platform designed to help families build clarity and structure in school-advocacy workflows, including preparing for meetings, organizing records, and improving written communication.
This press release is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Outcomes depend on the facts of each matter and applicable law, which varies by jurisdiction.

Dan Rothfeld
The Advocacy Circle
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