K–12 AI Policy Lab: An HB96 Workshop for School Leaders

Connect, Collaborate, Create

When

Friday, January 16, 2026
9:00 am

Where

1110 N Pearl St, Granville, OH 43023
Denison University

Only 50 seats available

About The AI Policy Lab

Ohio's House Bill 96 requires every K-12 district to adopt an AI policy by July 1, 2026. To support this important work, Denison University invites district superintendents, administrators, and instructional coaches to join a collaborative, hands-on workshop exploring how artificial intelligence is shaping teaching, learning, and policy across education. Participants will not only develop practical AI policies but also build valuable connections between K-12 and higher education institutions, creating essential bridges of understanding in this rapidly evolving AI landscape. Through shared expertise and collaborative problem-solving, we'll navigate the challenges and opportunities of AI implementation together across educational levels.

Agenda

Day 1, Jan 16

9:00 am - 10:00 am

Welcome & Framing the Day

Introductions
Workshop goals & outcomes
Overview of House Bill 96
Defining AI Literacy
Why AI

10:00 am - 10:45 am

Opening Session: AI Foundations

An introduction to AI including:

What it is/how it works
Best prompting practices
Limitations and ethical considerations

11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Steal My Idea Session: Innovations in Practice

Lightning talks featuring real classroom, school, and district examples of meaningful AI use. If you would like to do a 5-7 minute presentation, please email Lori Robbins.

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Lunch & AI Exchange

Small-group conversations exploring perspectives, needs, expectations, challenges, and opportunities across both sectors.

1:00 pm - 1:30 pm

Policy Primer & Framework Templates

Key components of effective AI policies; examples, pitfalls, and equity considerations.

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm

AI Policy Workshop

Small-group policy writing, sharing models, developing district-specific language and action steps.

2:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Share-Out & Collective Feedback

Groups present 1–2 pieces of policy language, identify remaining questions, and share next steps.

3:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Upcoming Opportunities & Next Steps

Discover Denison's growing suite of AI learning opportunities for high school students and talk about next steps to stay connected.

Testimonials From Our AI Program Participants

I gathered both actionable ideas that I can execute on immediately and over the long term at both an individual and institutional level. I will be able to share out these ideas at various levels with the departments and AI teams I collaborate with.
Denison AI Mindshare Participant
IT Professional

Harnessing all this brain power and years of experience- wow! I imagine this is what it’s like to work in a think tank. It was truly amazing.
Denison AI Mindshare Participant
IT Professional

Needless to say, the event did not disappoint. It was, in fact, one of the best professional development programs that I have attended. The content was incredibly well organized and delivered, while being pitched with enthusiasm, attention to detail, and a creative variety of activities.

AI Summit Participant
University Provost

After the first hour or two the imposter syndrome I had disappeared! Everyone was so welcoming , positive, and supportive. The connections that I have made are invaluable and so needed!
AI Summit Participant
IT Professional

Pricing & Registration

$195 per person

Registration includes exclusive AI resources, lunch, and a certificate for 5 professional development contact hours. You'll have everything you need to bring actionable AI insights back to your school or district. Because of the limited capacity and hands-on format, registration closes January 8th (or sooner if we fill).

Location

Denison University