AI Explorers: A Community of Practice for Educators

Event Type: COP
Description: If you are an educational leader working with students in 4-12th grade and are interested in bringing AI into your teaching—especially for writing instruction—we invite you to join our AI Explorers Community of Practice (CoP). This paid initiative offers hands-on opportunities to explore tools like Clara, an AI writing assistant from Write the World that helps students brainstorm ideas, organize their thoughts, and revise their work while keeping their authentic voice. You’ll collaborate with peers, try out AI for activities like guided peer feedback, audience analysis, and research organization, and share your insights with schools across the county. No prior AI experience is required.
Intended Audience: Site leaders, teacher leaders, district leaders
Max Participants: 19
Additional Information: The first and last meetings are in person. The November, January and March meetings will take place via Zoom. Additionally, there will be 2 hours of asynchronous professional learning and 1:1 coaching sessions.

Attendance Type: In-Person
Location: Santa Cruz COE
Address: 400 Encinal Street

Contact: Stephanie Sumarna
Email: ssumarna@santacruzcoe.org
Phone: (831) 466-5810