AI is no longer on the horizon—it’s already reshaping classrooms. In this episode of Vetted by Mark Vetter, we sit down with Kris Hagel, CIO of Peninsula School District and one of the nation’s leading voices in K–12 AI integration.

Kris shares how his district became an early adopter, what authentic assessment could look like in an AI-powered world, and why school leaders must act now to protect student data and reimagine learning. From teacher training to national policy, this conversation dives deep into the opportunities—and challenges—of bringing AI into public education.

Whether you’re a superintendent, school board member, or educator, you’ll come away with insights on how to lead your district into the future of learning.