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AI teaching tool contract put on hold

Valparaiso Community Schools · By Ben Guzovsky · Published Oct 27, 2026, 1:52 AM UTC · Board record: Oct 15, 2026

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What happened

On October 15, 2026, the board tabled a contract with Playlab, an AI software and training tool for teachers. Board members raised concerns about how Playlab could use district data and about the contract's legal terms. In June, a parent called the high school's messages about AI 'punitive and negative.' Staff said AI guidelines have been in the works for about 18 months.

Why it matters to families

The district has no AI rules yet. This decision shapes whether, and how, teachers use AI tools with students.

The evidence

The October 15 recording describes Playlab as 'our AI software and training tool,' with the contract to run through June 30. The board tabled it after questions about data use.

The source

October 15, 2026 board meeting recording (auto-generated captions)

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