AI Readiness for the K–12 Classroom

Free AI Resource HubCertificate of AI Readiness

Train your teachers. Certify your district. Lead the future of education with AI.

EDTechnology Specialists is honored to be recognized by the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy as part of a national initiative supporting the Executive Order on Advancing AI Education for American Youth.

We are listed alongside more than 60 organizations—including Google, Amazon, IBM, and the U.S. National Science Foundation—that are working to expand access to high-quality AI tools, training, and professional development for K–12 schools and educators across the country. Learn more about the initiative →

What Is the Executive Order on AI in Education?

In April 2025, the federal government issued an Executive Order launching a national initiative to bring Artificial Intelligence into K–12 schools. The plan includes:

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Training teachers to use AI responsibly in the classroom

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Highlighting student achievement through the Presidential AI Challenge

At ED Technology Specialists, we are proud to support this national effort by helping schools and teachers prepare for the AI-powered future.

Private Cohorts & State Partnerships

Scalable, Customized AI Training for Your Teachers

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We work directly with districts and state agencies to create private, invitation-only cohorts that match local goals while supporting the federal AI Education Executive Order.

Our Services include:

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Tailored professional-learning pathway for your educators

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Scheduling, pacing, and meeting times that fit your calendar—live Zoom sessions plus on-demand content.

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Administrator briefings and strategic-planning workshops so leadership can set policy, align resources, and measure impact.

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Compliance support: documentation, attendance tracking, and alignment with state PD requirements or graduate-credit needs.

Contact Us If You Have Any Questions

Email mwalsh@edtechnologyspecialists.com

Free AI Resource Hub for Educators

Get started with AI in your classroom using this all-in-one resource built just for K–12 teachers. This free site includes:

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Ready-to-use AI tools and classroom prompts

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Student data privacy tips and examples

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A sneak peek at our AI professional development course

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The Certified AI Educator Pathway

Earn Your Certificate of AI Readiness by completing any 3 of our AI courses

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How It Works:

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Enroll in 3 of our AI courses — Designed for K–12 teachers, leaders, and support staff.

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Complete your selected courses — Courses can be taken in any order and at your own pace

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Submit the Certificate Request Form — Once our team verifies completion, we’ll email your official digital badge and printable certificate. This is a professional certificate, not a state or government-issued credential, but it can be used to demonstrate specialized training in AI education.

Available AI Courses (choose any 3):

Why complete the full pathway?

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Flexible and Personalized – Choose the courses that best fit your role, grade level, and interests

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Practical Classroom Impact – Learn how to integrate AI tools to improve instruction, student engagement, and critical thinking

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Recognized Credential – Earn a professional certificate that demonstrates your readiness to use AI in K–12 education

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Graduate Credit – Earn university credit that may be applied toward salary advancement, licensure, or continuing education units

Contact Us If You Have Any Questions

Ready To Get Started?

Let’s work together to prepare your teachers — and your classrooms — for the future.

Email mwalsh@edtechnologyspecialists.com

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