Guidelines for Student Use of Artificial Intelligence Tools in Classrooms
The official document
What the district published
This is the source material — exactly as released by RUSD. The plain English translation below is this site's version, written for community members who shouldn't need a budget degree to understand where their school dollars go.
Original PDF coming soon — check reedschools.org for the source document.
In plain English
What this document actually says
This framework establishes how students in grades K-8 may use AI tools for schoolwork. It uses a color-coded system: RED means no AI allowed (tests, in-class writing), YELLOW means AI can help with brainstorming or editing but students do the core work, and GREEN means AI is a collaborative partner for the assignment. Elementary students (K-5) use a simplified three-color Traffic Light system, while middle schoolers (6-8) use a more detailed 0-4 scale within the same colors. Students must submit "AI Credits" explaining how they used AI on any assignment that allows it. The framework applies to all AI tools, not just specific approved programs, and prohibits using AI to impersonate, bully, or harass others.
What this means for your family
Your child will see color-coded labels on every assignment showing whether AI tools are allowed and how. Teachers will teach students when it's appropriate to use AI helpers versus doing work entirely on their own. Students using AI must explain what help they received. This prepares children to use technology responsibly while ensuring they're building real skills and not just copying AI-generated answers.
Summaries are AI-assisted and based on the original district document shown above. Nothing has been editorialized — interpretations are clearly labeled. This site is maintained by Lina Godfrey's campaign as a community resource.