AI policy returns for second read; committee opts for at‑least‑annual or as‑needed review

The Bristol Warren Regional School Committee took a second read of a draft artificial intelligence policy during its Dec. 15 meeting and discussed how often the policy should be reviewed and who would handle updates.

Speaker identified in the transcript as the AI/policy lead said the AI task force had reviewed video of prior meetings, addressed requested edits and returned recommendations. That presenter described the plan to route future suggested changes first to the AI task force, then to policy subcommittee before bringing them back to the full committee.

Members debated review frequency. One member suggested adding the phrase "review annually or as needed" rather than a strict one‑year cadence so the policy can be updated more quickly in response to developments. The AI task force was identified in the discussion as meeting quarterly.

A member asked whether the policy should name a point person for staff questions; presenters said staff will generally go to the principal first, who will direct the inquiry to the appropriate office (IT, teacher, or coach). The committee completed the second read and the chair called a voice vote in favor; the transcript records "Aye." The presenter said the policy will come back for a final read at the next meeting after the AI task force and policy subcommittee review any additional changes.