SAAS AI Position Statement

We are living in a moment where Generative AI is transforming the world, reshaping how people learn, work, and create. At Seattle Academy, we teach students to thrive in a world that is constantly changing, and Generative AI is now a central part of that world. Whether in college, careers, or creative endeavors, our students will encounter AI tools that can accelerate innovation and pose new ethical challenges. 

We are committed to helping students thrive in a future (and present) where AI is an everyday reality and to equipping them with the skills, habits of mind, and ethical grounding they need to adapt, innovate, and lead in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.

At SAAS, students will learn to engage with AI tools and capabilities thoughtfully - understanding its strengths, limitations, and biases - while developing the critical thinking, creativity, and resilience that technology cannot replace. By balancing opportunities for exploration using AI with skill-building without AI, we empower students to navigate a rapidly evolving world with purpose, discernment, and integrity.

Our Commitments to Students, Families, and Teachers

1. Empower Students as Ethical Innovators

Students will learn to use AI thoughtfully and responsibly, understanding its strengths, limitations, and ethical challenges. We will help students evaluate new tools, adapt to change, and create with integrity.

2. Foster Lifelong Digital Literacy and Agency

Students will engage with AI as a tool for inquiry, creativity, and problem-solving, building confidence and judgement to engage a technology-rich world. They will be encouraged to question AI outputs, recognize bias, and make informed choices.

3. Protect and Elevate Meaningful Learning

While AI can enhance exploration and creativity, students will also have AI-free opportunities to build foundational skills. This balance ensures that students develop resilience, creativity, and original thinking, using technology as a partner in learning rather than as a shortcut or as a tool for cognitive offloading.