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AI Literacies

In alignment with Pingry’s mission and strategic priorities, developing AI literacy is essential for both students and educators. As generative AI tools become more accessible, our goal is to equip our community with the knowledge, judgment, and ethical grounding to use these tools thoughtfully, responsibly, and relationally. AI literacy is not just about knowing how to use a tool—it’s about understanding its impact, making informed choices, and ensuring it aligns with our shared values of honor, personal growth, and human connection.

Teacher AI Literacy

Teachers are leaders in modeling responsible AI use. They should be equipped to:

  • Understand how generative AI works (e.g., how LLMs predict language, what training data is used, common limitations like hallucinations and bias).
  • Model ethical use of AI in their instruction by crediting AI when used, discussing limitations openly, and guiding students in transparent use.
  • Integrate AI thoughtfully to support differentiated instruction, creative exploration, and efficiency without replacing teacher judgment or personal interaction.
  • Assess student AI use appropriately, distinguishing between support and over-reliance, and designing assignments that promote originality and critical thinking.
  • Engage in continuous learning about evolving AI technologies, copyright implications, and platform-specific capabilities.

Strategic Connection: Supports “Cultivating an Outstanding Community of Educators” and “Learning and Living with Honor.”

Student AI Literacy

Students are expected to grow as informed, ethical users of AI who maintain personal integrity and academic responsibility. This includes:

  • Understanding what AI is and how it works in simple terms (e.g., how tools like ChatGPT generate responses and why they can be helpful or misleading).
  • Using AI to support—not replace—thinking, such as using it for brainstorming, drafting, or feedback with teacher permission.
  • Being transparent about when and how AI was used in their work, and knowing when it is not permitted.
  • Evaluating AI output critically, recognizing potential bias, inaccuracies, and ethical concerns (e.g., misinformation, copyright).
  • Respecting digital boundaries, including data privacy, peer collaboration guidelines, and responsible technology use.

Pingry’s Student AI Literacy Framework is designed for all students in Grades K–12 and is built around three core pillars: Use, Ethics, and Function. They will explore how to engage with AI-related technologies in age-appropriate ways that support curiosity and creativity (Use) while learning to make responsible, transparent, and ethical choices in line with the School’s Honor Code (Ethics). While not all students will directly interact with tools like ChatGPT or Gemini, all students will develop an understanding of how AI works and how it shapes the world around them (Function).  This framework ensures students grow as thoughtful, informed digital citizens across every grade level.

Strategic Connection: Supports “Individual Growth,” “Transformative Relationships,” and “Upholding the Honor Code.”