New York City Public Schools has announced a ban on the use of artificial intelligence tools in most classrooms for the coming academic year, making it one of the first major U.S. school districts to take such a restrictive stance. The decision reflects growing concern among educators and policymakers about how AI could undermine critical thinking skills, academic integrity, and the fundamental learning process for students. City Councilman Eric Dinowitz has weighed in on the policy, adding a layer of political debate to what is already a rapidly evolving conversation about how — and whether — AI should be integrated into K-12 education. The ban has drawn both praise from those who see AI as a threat to genuine learning and criticism from others who argue that teaching students to use these tools responsibly is essential for their future.


New York City Public Schools is banning the use of artificial intelligence in most classrooms for the next year. New York City Councilman Eric Dinowitz joins with more.