The Statewide AI Workgroup
Leading Michigan's AI-Powered Education Transformation
The AI Statewide Workgroup was established in February of 2024 by Michigan Virtual’s AI Lab, to guide and coordinate the safe, ethical, and inclusive integration of artificial intelligence across Michigan’s K–12 education system. Comprised of one Steering Committee and five subcommittees (Policy & Ethics, Assessment, Professional Learning & Student Use, Business Operations & Technology, and Communications & Outreach), the group seeks to ensure that AI initiatives are aligned, transparent, and grounded in student-centered values.
The AI Statewide Workgroup is made up of educators, leaders, and advocates from districts across the state and all of these supporting organizations:
Empowering Schools with AI Guidance for K-12 Education
Our work is to empower educators, protect students, and support communities by shaping AI as a tool for equity and opportunity rather than exclusion. Through a collaborative approach with the AI Lab at Michigan Virtual, the committee is:
- Supporting the development of clear policies to guide ethical AI use in Michigan’s K-12 schools
- Building a statewide communications strategy to inform and engage the public
- Ensuring diverse voices—especially students—are included in the AI integration process
Our Steering Committee
Meet the dedicated members of our committee.
Aaron Baughman
Michigan Virtual
Dave Tebo
Ottawa Area ISD
Tammy Maginity
MACUL
John Severson
MAISA
Tom Johnson
MAISA
Shawn Bishop
MASA
Wendy Zdeb
MASSP
Gina Loveless
MDE
Aaron Eling
MEA
Syndee Malek
MEMSPA
Jamey Fitzpatrick
Michigan Virtual
Melinda Waffle
REMC