In this episode, we unpack insights from CoSN’s recent webinar, AI, Automation, and the Future of K–12 Networks. The discussion explores how artificial intelligence and automation are transforming district operations—from network security and data management to staffing, readiness, and responsible adoption.
You’ll hear how district leaders and technology experts are using AI to strengthen cybersecurity, streamline help-desk operations, and prepare for a future where intelligent automation supports every aspect of learning and infrastructure.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
Operational AI in Action: How districts are using automation for help-desk support, network monitoring, and knowledge management.
Bridging the Skill Gap: Why training, trust, and transparency are essential for successful AI adoption.
Cybersecurity Reinvented: How AI-driven monitoring and “agentic automation” detect, prevent, and respond to attacks in real time.
Data Integrity and Ethics: Why clean, secure data is the foundation for every AI initiative.
The Maturity Model Framework: Understanding CoSN’s seven domains of AI readiness and where most districts fall on the journey.
Vendor Accountability: How to evaluate AI tools for privacy, transparency, and long-term trust.
Future Readiness: Preparing students for a 2037 graduation world driven by AI, automation, and emerging quantum technologies.
Resources Mentioned
AI, Automation, and the Future of K–12 Networks CoSN Webinar
CoSN.org/AI – Explore CoSN’s survey report, infographics, and webinar replay.
CoSN / Council of the Great City Schools AI Maturity Model – Assess your district’s readiness across seven domains.
Trusted Learning Environment (TLE) Seal – Strengthen data privacy and protection in K–12.
CoSN’s CIRCUITS Committee – Advancing resilient cloud infrastructure and operational innovation in education.
Produced in partnership with edCircuit.
This episode was generated in part using AI tools. All content was reviewed and approved by CoSN and the edCircuit editorial team before publication.