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Our Mission: All Boston Public School graduates are ready for the AI-enabled work and education of the future.

The Initiative

A landmark public-private partnership

On March 26, 2026, Mayor Michelle Wu, BPS Superintendent Mary Skipper, and Paul English announced a landmark $1 million public-private partnership that is making Boston a national model for AI literacy in public education.

The initiative launches in 20 high schools and expands districtwide. It includes teacher training, industry-informed curriculum developed with UMass Boston, student hackathons, internships, and career pathways.

Teacher Training Curriculum Development Student Hackathons Internships Career Pathways
1st
Major U.S. city to guarantee AI proficiency for every high school graduate
20
BPS high schools in the launch cohort, expanding districtwide
$1M
Public-private partnership announced March 26, 2026

On Responsible AI

Holistic, ethical, human-centered

Our approach is holistic. Students learn to use AI productively, ethically, and safely. Understanding both its potential and its risks is part of the curriculum. Every student deserves a dignified future grounded in human connection, not just technical skill.

"As artificial intelligence continues to shape how we learn, work, and connect, it is so important that all of our students have access to the knowledge and real-world experiences that will open doors for them."
Superintendent Mary Skipper · Boston Public Schools
"This initiative will not only transform educational and career opportunities for BPS students. It will also accelerate AI adoption across all Boston businesses as they hire students with AI experience."
Paul English · Co-Chair, Boston Public AI Advisory Board

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