Calvert schools present AI policy to align with Maryland's AI-ready law; board flags review cycle and budget concerns

Calvert County Public Schools presented a proposed local artificial intelligence policy to comply with Maryland’s Artificial Intelligence Ready Schools Act (SB720). Matt Poteet, director of information technology, told trustees the policy establishes governance — including designating a district AI coordinator, requiring AI product evaluation through existing software-approval processes, and keeping human judgment central to any AI use.

Board members welcomed the framework but raised concerns about a three-year formal review cycle, potential procurement cost escalation and the need for insurance/budget planning. "AI changes every single day," one board member said, urging more frequent procedural review. District staff said procurement, privacy and technical vetting will be integrated into existing processes and that the policy would be posted for 30 days.