AI is rapidly changing how people learn, work, access information, and find solutions. As its use and impact continue to grow, education and business leaders are navigating important questions about how AI may shape teaching and learning, workforce preparation, and the future of education.
Tennessee has led the way with policy and innovation to both accelerate student learning and outcomes while safeguarding smart use of new technology. The symposium will create space for leaders across Tennessee and beyond to further explore emerging research, hear perspectives from educators in schools and classrooms, and engage in student-centered conversations about how AI can be an accelerant of student success while maintaining a strong focus on empowering educators and protecting students.
Who Should Attend
This symposium is designed for:
- State and local policymakers
- Researchers and education innovators
- K-12 district, school, and charter leaders
- Systems leaders in education and workforce development
- Business and community leaders interested in the future of education and workforce preparedness
Featured Conversations
The symposium will feature a dynamic mix of keynote presentations, panel discussions, and short-form spark sessions designed to elevate leading perspectives and practical examples from the field.
Topics will include:
- National perspectives on the future of AI and K-12 education
- Responsible approaches to AI adoption and implementation
- AI literacy and preparing students for an evolving workforce
- Tennessee-specific examples of innovation in implementing AI-enabled tools to support strong instruction
Attendees will hear from national experts, Tennessee leaders, practitioners, and students as they explore the opportunities AI presents for education and the role that educators, leaders, and policymakers have in shaping the future of AI in K-12 education.
Event details, including a full list of speakers and session information, will be announced in the coming weeks.