Artificial intelligence is reshaping classrooms, operations, and the broader public education landscape. NSBA, in partnership with the National AI Academy (NAIA), is proud to launch the AI Smart Certification for K-12 education leaders. The NSBA AI Smart Certification provides foundational and practical insights into how AI is shaping public education, helping school leaders make informed, strategic decisions about technology integration, policy, and governance. 

Through this certification, participants will:

  • Gain a clear understanding of AI’s impact on teaching, learning, and operations.
  • Explore best practices for ethical and effective AI implementation in schools.
  • Build confidence in leading AI-driven transformation across their districts. 

The AI Smart Certification prepares board members to ask the right questions, set informed priorities, and lead confidently as AI becomes integral to district operations.

Be among the first to earn the AI Smart Certification.

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Pilot Enrollment Now Open

This pilot enrollment phase is open to members of the NSBA Board of Directors and their local districts, NSBA Steering Committees, COSA members, CUBE districts, and National Connection districts. The pilot includes five core courses: AI Foundations, Generative AI and Prompt Engineering, AI in Policy Development, Age-appropriate Use, and Student Privacy. An additional course will be introduced at the end of December to complete the full certification. Participants may choose to complete the full certification (enrollment fee: $275) or take courses individually (prices vary). The certification must be completed within six months of enrollment.

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