Session Abstract:

Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming K–12 education, but its impact extends far beyond the classroom. From video analytics and visitor management systems to emergency communications, threat monitoring, and cybersecurity operations, AI is becoming an integral part of the school safety ecosystem. At the same time, AI introduces new risks, including deepfakes, voice cloning, misinformation, privacy concerns, and governance challenges that can directly affect school security and crisis response.

This session explores AI through the lens of school safety, physical security, and operational resilience. Attendees will learn how AI is being integrated into security technologies, how threat actors are weaponizing AI to target organizations, and how districts can safely evaluate and govern AI-enabled solutions. Using the SAFE Framework, Safeguard, Analyze, Formalize, and Empower, participants will gain a practical approach for balancing innovation with risk management while maintaining human judgment and accountability.

Whether you oversee campus security, emergency management, technology, or district operations, this session will provide actionable strategies to help your organization leverage AI responsibly while protecting students, staff, and school communities.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify how AI is currently being used in physical security, emergency management, cybersecurity, and school safety operations, and evaluate both its benefits and limitations.
• Recognize emerging AI-enabled threats, including deepfakes, voice cloning, social engineering, and misinformation campaigns, and assess their potential impact on school security and crisis response.
• Apply the SAFE Framework to evaluate AI technologies, establish governance practices, and ensure that human judgment remains central to safety, security, and operational decision-making.