California AI guidance for K-12 schools
California Department of Education published "AI in California hub + Model Policy" (June 25, 2026 (Model Policy)). Here is the official link and what to check next.
| Guidance | AI in California hub + Model Policy |
|---|---|
| Issued or updated | June 25, 2026 (Model Policy) |
| Issued by | California Department of Education |
| Source checked | Oct 16, 2026 |
| Note | Official source checked on Oct 16, 2026. |
Using AI tools in California schools
Start with the official document above and your district's own policy. Then compare tools on what their vendors say about student data: tools that mention FERPA and COPPA, tools that say they don't train AI on student data, and free AI tools for teachers.
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Common questions
Does California have AI guidance for schools?
Yes. California Department of Education published "AI in California hub + Model Policy" (June 25, 2026 (Model Policy)). The official link is on this page.
Who issued California's K-12 AI guidance?
California Department of Education.
How many states have official K-12 AI guidance?
School AI Watch tracks 41 states and territories with official K-12 AI guidance, policy or law. 15 of those entries were issued or updated in 2026.