The Responsible Use of AI in Education

Protecting Student PII

Artificial intelligence is transforming education at an unprecedented pace, with 92% of educators reporting that AI can significantly enhance their teaching effectiveness. However, as schools struggle to embrace this technology, establishing responsible AI practices isn’t just recommended—it’s essential for protecting students to unlock AI’s full potential.

Aligning AI with Educational Goals

Responsible AI use begins with purpose. Rather than implementing AI for its own sake, districts must ensure these tools directly support curriculum objectives and meaningful learning outcomes. AI should enhance—not replace—the core educational experience, helping students develop critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills alongside technological literacy.

Protecting Student Privacy and Data Security

Student data protection stands as the cornerstone of responsible AI implementation. School districts must rigorously adhere to regulations like FERPA and COPPA, implementing robust security measures including encryption, secure data storage, and clear policies on data collection and sharing. This is where organizations like The Teneo Group with their partnership Liminal provide critical support to educational institutions.

The Teneo Group specializes in helping organizations harness AI’s power while ensuring sensitive data stays protected through comprehensive security solutions, policy development, and end-to-end implementation support. Their expertise ensures districts can confidently deploy AI with unmatched security and simplified management.

Liminal’s platform serves as the essential technology layer that gives districts complete control over data privacy and security across every generative AI interaction. With features like on-the-fly redaction of sensitive information and real-time monitoring, Liminal ensures that student data—including personally identifiable information and academic records—never leaves the district’s protected environment, regardless of which AI models are being used.

A Real-World Teacher Use Case

Consider Ms. Rodriguez, a high school mathematics teacher managing 150 students across multiple classes. Previously, creating personalized learning plans for struggling students consumed hours of her time each week. With Liminal’s secure AI platform, she can now:

• Upload student performance data including test scores, homework completion rates, and participation levels
• Receive AI-generated analysis identifying patterns and at-risk students within minutes
• Generate personalized intervention plans tailored to each student’s specific needs

What once took 30 minutes per student now takes less than a minute—saving Ms. Rodriguez approximately 90 hours per year. More importantly, this freed time allows her to focus on direct student engagement and one-on-one instruction. Throughout this process, Liminal’s platform automatically detects and protects sensitive student information, ensuring compliance with FERPA while enabling powerful AI capabilities.

The platform also helps Ms. Rodriguez craft personalized communications to parents about student progress, develop customized lesson materials, and quickly assess whether her curriculum adjustments are improving outcomes—all while maintaining the highest standards of data security.

Supporting Educators, Not Replacing Them

AI should serve as a partner to teachers, streamlining administrative tasks like grading, parent communications, and lesson planning. With secure platforms powered by Liminal and implemented by experts like The Teneo Group, educators can efficiently create personalized learning plans, analyze student performance data, and develop targeted interventions while maintaining their irreplaceable role in nurturing student growth.

Maintaining Transparency and Accountability

Responsible AI implementation requires transparency in how AI systems make decisions and recommendations. Liminal’s comprehensive monitoring dashboard allows administrators to track usage across the district, ensure compliance with policies, and continuously evaluate AI’s impact on student outcomes—providing the oversight necessary for accountability.

Moving Forward Responsibly

As AI becomes increasingly integrated into K-12 education, districts that prioritize security, privacy, pedagogical alignment, and ethical use will position their students for success. By partnering with experienced providers like The Teneo Group for strategic implementation and leveraging Liminal’s robust security platform, school districts can confidently harness AI’s transformative potential—achieving productivity gains of 3x or more—while safeguarding what matters most: their students’ education, privacy, and wellbeing.

The future of education is AI-enhanced, and with the right partners and platforms, that future can be both powerful and secure.