How We’re Leading
Cross-sector DC stakeholders. One shared mission.
The AI Collective brings together DC school leaders, educators, government leaders, parents, students, community and nonprofit partners, researchers, and industry experts to listen, learn, and lead together.
Steering Committee
The Committee includes DC leaders from education, government, community partners, and industry who set the direction of the Collective. They will meet three times between now and October 2026, guiding the inaugural Capital AI Education Summit and the broader work of the initiative.
The Steering Committee has three priorities:
Build a citywide picture of AI in DC schools, including what's working, where schools need support, and what educators and families are asking.
Equip school leaders with guidance to develop informed visions and stances on AI that align with their school communities.
Provide systems-level support, including model policies, vendor vetting, procurement frameworks, and leadership best practices that take "one more thing" off schools' plates.
Josh Boots
Patricia Brantley
Maya Martin Cadogan
Corinne (Corie) Colgan
Eric Collazo
Ariel Johnson
Jim Kline
Jennie Niles
Bisi Oyedele
Kelley Scholl
Strategic Councils
Four cross-sector councils of educators, school leaders, parents, students, government leaders, community members, and industry partners. The Councils work alongside local and national thought leaders to elevate the big questions and identify where new evidence is needed.
The Councils launch in June 2026 and meet through October. Each is shaped by two co-conveners who set vision, suggest members, and lead facilitation.
Teaching & Learning
How is AI being used in DC classrooms today, and how could it best support learning, instruction, and the skill development our young people need for the future?
Infrastructure & Operations
What systems, policies, and operational supports do DC schools need to adopt AI safely, equitably, and at scale?
Family & Community Engagement
How do we ensure DC families have a voice in shaping how AI shows up in their children's education?
Postsecondary & Workforce
What does AI mean for the college, career, and workforce futures of DC students, and what pathways do we need to build today?
Industry Advisory Board
The strategic advisory board will support the AI Collective shape a human-centered movement around AI in DC, and position the city as the national and regional demonstration region for AI readiness across education and workforce systems.
The Board will bring together leaders whose voices, networks, and expertise advance equitable education, workforce readiness, and future preparation for DC's young people.
More information will be announced by Fall 2026.