“AI shouldn’t replace critical thinking — it should amplify it.” 🎙️ That’s a wrap on Season 3 of the Exceptional Educators Podcast! For our final episode of the season, we’re joined by Jeremy Hill, e-learning specialist at Richmond High School, alongside an incredible student tech team — Sophie, JJ, Annabella, and Matt — for a powerful conversation on what happens when schools stop banning AI and start empowering students to lead the conversation around it. Together, they share firsthand insights on how students can responsibly leverage AI to support learning, strengthen critical thinking, and drive innovation throughout their school community. In this episode, they discuss: 🤖 Why schools should embrace — not fear — AI in education 🧠 How students are using AI as a critical thinking and creativity tool 📚 The difference between general AI tools and purpose-built educational AI 🎓 What authentic student leadership in technology integration looks like 💡 How Richmond High School’s student tech team supports educators and peers 🌍 Why responsible AI implementation starts with trust, collaboration, and digital citizenship This episode is an inspiring reminder that students aren’t just the future of education — they’re actively shaping it right now. Thank you to all of our incredible guests and listeners for an amazing Season 3 of the Exceptional Educators Podcast. We’re grateful to continue highlighting the educators, leaders, and students transforming learning every day. Tune in now for our season finale! exceptionaleducatorspodcast.… #ExceptionalEducators #AIinEducation #StudentVoice #EdTech #DigitalCitizenship #FutureOfLearning #EducationInnovation #FrenalyticsEDU

Congratulations to Jeremy Hill, our 2026 MagicSchool AI Educator of the Year! 🎉 Through his leadership of the RHS Tech Team, Jeremy created something rare. A space where students don’t just consume AI tools. They shape how AI gets used across their entire school. As Jeremy would tell you, his students have learned to use AI as a thought partner, not an answering machine. His students lead workshops. They pilot new tools. They teach other teachers. This is what responsible AI in education looks like. Not top-down mandates. Student voice driving the work. Congratulations, Jeremy. You’re building the future and we are excited to see what you and your students continue to accomplish! 💜 @Jeremy__Hill @RHSTechTeam #MagicSchool #AIForEducation #AIEducatoroftheYear

We are honored to announce the three finalists for the MagicSchool AI Educator of the Year award.✨ Over the past year, these educators have demonstrated measurable impact, forward-thinking innovation, and thoughtful leadership in applying AI to support teaching and learning. Their work represents the best of what is possible when educators lead responsibly with emerging technology. We invite you to review the Finalist Slide Deck, carefully consider each candidate’s achievements, and cast your vote. Voting closes March 1. The winner will be announced March 3. Congratulations to these exceptional leaders helping shape the future of education. Learn more about each finalist and make your final vote here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F… #AIEducatorOfTheYear #MagicSchool

AI in K-12 has moved from curiosity to commitment. Feb. 26 at 12 PM ET: Join a live edLeader Panel with district leaders on setting guardrails, protecting student privacy, supporting educators, and building defensible AI budgets. Designed for school and district leaders navigating real decisions now. Register today. Register here: home.edweb.net/webinar/ai202…

Join us December 11 at 5pm CT for a fast moving Tech Tip Talent Showdown featuring MagicSchool power users and Senior Community Manager @Amber_EdTech. Expect practical insights, quick format idea sharing, and the chance to vote for the Tech Tip Talent Champion. Register through the link in the comments. #MagicSchool #EdTech #Educators #TeacherDevelopment #K12Learning