From Tech Leader to School Admin, Stacia McFadden Tackles AI, Cell Phone Policies and DEI

In this discussion, our hosts and guest explore AI adoption in independent schools, sharing strategies and experiences to enhance its use among teachers and students. Stacia emphasizes integrating technology to meet diverse student needs and discusses the benefits and challenges of AI in tasks like writing comments and recommendation letters. She stresses the importance of ongoing professional development and open dialogue to navigate AI's role in education. Stacia also touches on her career transition and offers advice, along with insights into cell phone policies and the broader impact of technology in education. She underscores her commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in creating safe, inclusive school environments.ResourcesSt Patrick’s Episcopal Day SchoolRowland HallRowland Hall policy on AINAIS Snapshot: Phone Regulation at a Glance, analysis of recent survey regarding phone regulation (NAIS members only)From Folding Chair to Permanent Seat at the Table, article by Stacia McFadden for ATLIS’s magazine, Access PointsEric Hudson episode of Talking Technology with ATLISMentioned in this episode:Learn more about ToddleDeveloped by experienced educators, Toddle streamlines curriculum planning, projects & portfolios, assessments & reports, and online learning - all from one great platform! Learn more: https://www.toddleapp.com/Meet Toddle Developed by experienced educators, Toddle streamlines curriculum planning, projects & portfolios, assessments & reports, and online learning - all from one platform. Visit https://www.toddleapp.com/ to learn more!Thanks to this episode's sponsor, ToddleYour personal teaching assistant Now access the limitless power of AI, right inside Toddle. Elevate your teaching practice and liberate yourself from non-core tasks so you can focus on what matters most - your students! Visit https://www.toddleapp.com/ to learn more about our vendor partner.