Building AGNES & Beyond: Maurie Beasley on K–12 AI Integration

In Episode 17 of Smarter Campus, host Zach Kinzler sits down with AI integration specialist Maurie Beasley—veteran K–12 teacher, counselor, and tech coach—to explore the real-world steps of bringing AI into schools. They cover:Maurie’s tech roots, from building a Heathkit computer to co-creating Agnes, the K–12 AI toolboxStrategies for piloting low-cost AI ($6.97/month!) in districts to prove impactA grade-by-grade roadmap: digital literacy in K, ChatGPT for onboarding in 2nd–3rd, prompting in 4th–5th, and safe AI practices in middle schoolHow AI can enhance everything from menu planning to tech troubleshootingThe mindset shift AI demands: continuous learning, creativity, and adaptabilityWhether you’re an educator, administrator, or policymaker, this episode is packed with actionable insights to make AI accessible and empowering for your school community.