New York City’s public schools are set to impose a temporary restriction on elementary and middle school students using artificial intelligence tools for the upcoming academic year, according to the mayor. The move aims to address concerns over the potential impact of AI on learning and student development during critical formative years. Officials have not yet specified how the policy will be enforced or whether exceptions will apply. Parents and educators are likely to weigh in on whether such measures could hinder or benefit young learners in the long term.


New York City’s public schools will temporarily ban students in elementary and middle schools from using artificial intelligence tools in the upcoming school year, Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced ...