New York City’s public schools are set to impose a temporary restriction on elementary and middle school students using artificial intelligence tools during the next academic year, according to the mayor. The move follows growing concerns over the potential impact of AI on student learning and academic integrity in younger grades. Officials have not yet detailed the scope of the ban or whether exceptions will apply. Parents and educators are likely to debate the implications of limiting access to widely available digital resources.


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 ...