STOP-GAP AI POLICY GUIDE A Six-Meeting Process for Smarter AI Use in Primary

The Stop-Gap AI Policy Guide: Primary A Six-Meeting Process for Smarter AI Use in K-8 Education AI is already transforming classrooms-but most schools are still playing catch-up. This timely and practical guide helps K-8 school leaders and teacher teams create a clear, usable AI policy in just six meetings. Written by veteran educator Ryan James Purdy, The Stop-Gap AI Policy Guide is designed for real-world school life. It avoids jargon, empowers teams, and focuses on what matters most: student safety, teacher agency, and ethical, developmentally appropriate use of AI tools. Whether you're starting from scratch or refining an existing policy, this guide will help you: Navigate urgent AI challenges with clarity and confidence Facilitate productive, inclusive staff conversations Co-create policy language that is practical, flexible, and values-aligned Build a school culture that supports thoughtful AI integration If you're looking for a way to move from confusion to confidence-and from risk to readiness-this book is the place to start.