Mission Before Machines
Thoughtful Approaches to AI in Independent Schools
Hi, I'm Meera, the founder of Trey Education. At Trey Education, we partner with schools to move people and programs forward, and this newsletter offers a peek into interesting ideas, inspiring examples, and upcoming opportunities to do exactly that!
This month, we’re doing a bit of a dive into AI. There’s a lot of good dialogue about the intersection of AI and teaching and learning, but we are taking a bit of a broader view by looking beyond the classroom perspective—high-level mindsets, approaches, and foundations that schools need in order to be ready to make good decisions. In this issue, you’ll have access to some big thinkers on school, leadership, and AI.
In partnership,
Meera
p.s. If AI is on your mind, consider joining our Educators Grappling with AI Community of Practice for ongoing, year-long dialogue and support. It’s one of several Communities of Practice that we run for you!
From Personalized Learning to Deepfakes
Rob MacDonald (Trey Education) invited Sohan Choudhury (Flint) and Evan Harris (Pathos Consulting) to discuss some of the big questions around AI in schools. Their full conversation was insightful, far reaching, and full of useful nuggets for the thoughtful school leader; you can get a taste with this short excerpt.
BONUS: In addition to the full conversation above, we’re hosting a live, 30-minute Q&A Session with Sohan, Evan, and Rob. If you’d like to submit questions, be invited to the event, and receive the recording, click the button below.
How Three Schools Are Grappling with AI—Without Losing Their Soul
As AI continues to disrupt how we live, learn, and lead, many school leaders are feeling pressure to respond. But reactionary policy-making and tech-first rollouts rarely lead to lasting change. What does it look like to engage with AI in a way that’s mission-aligned, community-informed, and educationally grounded?
See how three independent schools—Moses Brown, Mount Vernon, and Providence Day—are taking distinct but complementary approaches to AI integration. By leading with philosophy, culture, and practice, they offer a thoughtful roadmap for schools aiming to navigate this terrain with clarity and care.
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