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Don't Let the Tail Wag the Dog

Sep 19, 2023

As we thought leaders implement new tools into our school communities, it's critical that we not let the 'tail wag the dog'.

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Problem Solving

Sep 16, 2023

Have you ever looked at your academic programming and wondered how to make it relevant to real-world problems? Enter: computer science. And, the best part is that you don’t need a lab dedicated to computer science to teach these principles (though, it helps!).

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The Journey Continues: Sustaining Your Leadership Growth

Sep 14, 2023

In our previous article, "Overcoming Roadblocks: Unlocking Your Leadership Potential," we explored how to overcome barriers and unleash your leadership potential.

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Overcoming Roadblocks: Unlocking Your Leadership Potential

Sep 14, 2023

In our professional and personal lives, we often encounter roadblocks that hinder our growth and limit our ability to reach our full potential as leaders.

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Navigating the Permacrisis: Continuing Challenges and Opportunities in Education

Sep 14, 2023

As we emerge from the shadows of the pandemic, it is tempting to believe that the challenges faced by schools are behind us.

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Leadership Shifts

Sep 14, 2023

In an ATLIS Town Hall, participants pondered the changes that have come to the leadership role of technologists in independent schools, including acting as trusted guides for the many complex technologies that are now desired at their schools.

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AI-Generated Content Disclosure and Approval for Projects and Authentic Assessments

Contributors include: Artur Morka, Mimi Liu-Leyco, Tony DePrato, Cristi LeBron, Jenn Zanoria, Chris Case, Kelly Enright, Isha Jain, Kathryn Dodson, Jen Cronan Flinn

Sep 12, 2023

As the use of AI becomes more prevalent in education, it is crucial to establish clear guidelines and protocols regarding the use of AI-generated content in student projects and assessments.

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Sample Parent Communications Regarding Generative AI

Sep 12, 2023
Sample Consent LettersSample 1

Dear Families,

We are excited to announce that we will be introducing a new project in our class that involves [project details here]. As part of this project, we will be using an online AI-based chatbot called ChatGPT.

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How to Discuss AI With Stakeholders

Contributors include: Artur Morka, Mimi Liu-Leyco, Tony DePrato, Cristi LeBron, Jenn Zanoria, Chris Case, Kelly Enright, Isha Jain, Kathryn Dodson, Jen Cronan Flinn

Sep 12, 2023

Policies without context are difficult to implement. This exercise will help identify areas of concern and the specific areas policies need to focus on. This template can be customized and used in small groups.

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Navigating the Permacrisis: Continuing Challenges and Opportunities in Education

Sep 5, 2023

In our previous discussion on the book "Post Corona" by Scott Galloway, we delved into the concept of the Great Dispersion and its implications for education.

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Portrait of Tony Perez.
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Leader Profile: Tony Perez

Remote Director of Technology | University Lake School, Fugees Academy, and St. Michael’s Academy

Jun 10, 2025

Tony Perez’s experiences— from theater to Yahoo’s early years to his own business—have helped him see the fine print and the big picture, leading him to his calling: transforming how schools view technology and the role of technology leader.

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