The Leading and Learning with AI Podcast

Educators are embracing AI in schools to streamline instructional planning and support student achievement, but the real impact happens when teams move from data to action. In this episode, guest host Georgia Bambrick welcomes Amelia Gorman, Instructional Leader at Boston Public Schools, and Dr. Chantei Alves, Inclusion Teacher and Learning Specialist at Boston Public Schools. Together, they explore the practical ways educators are using AI tools, including Panorama Solara, to support daily workflows like strategic math and literacy intervention planning, and building collaborative systems that accelerate student outcomes. Amelia and Chantei provide practical insight into how teachers in Boston Public Schools are leveraging AI to drive more effective teaching, create actionable and impactful small group instruction, and foster stronger partnerships between schools and families. They also discuss the challenges and opportunities of using AI in classrooms, including how technology can help educators synthesize complex information, align instructional goals, and support progress monitoring. Finally, they highlight how AI tools like Panorama Solara help school teams analyze multiple data sources more efficiently,, generate tailored instructional plans, and collaborate more effectively, all while keeping a human-first, human-last mindset at the center of their work. 🎧Check out the full shownotes: http://www.panoramaed.com/podcastConnect with Panorama Education:Visit our websiteFollow us on Instagram @panorama_educationFollow us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@panoramaeducation3485/podcastsFollow us on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/panorama-education/

School districts across the country are navigating the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence, balancing innovation with safety as they rethink teaching and learning.In this episode, Panorama Education’s Rich Henderson sits down with AI expert Adam Garry to explore district-level innovation in K-12 AI adoption. Together, they break down where most districts are on their AI journey, from setting guiding principles and building effective AI literacy plans, to piloting classroom AI tools and responding to ever-changing technology.Adam shares practical insights into how curriculum teams are using AI to enhance instructional materials and personalize student learning. He also explains how districts can leverage AI for curriculum feedback, interdisciplinary unit design, and streamlining supplemental resources. In addition, Adam highlights the importance of strong data, context, and clear rubrics to generate high-quality AI outputs. This conversation also explores how AI supports emerging areas like Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways and individualized graduation planning, empowering educators and administrators to focus on high-quality instruction while keeping student needs at the center.🎧Check out the full shownotes: http://www.panoramaed.com/podcastConnect with Panorama Education:Visit our websiteFollow us on Instagram @panorama_educationFollow us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@panoramaeducation3485/podcastsFollow us on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/panorama-education/

AI is transforming classrooms at every level, but what does meaningful learning look like when technology can easily generate student work? In this episode, guest host Brittany Blackwell sits down with high school Spanish teacher and “AI for Educators” author Matt Miller to explore the evolving role of teachers in an AI-driven classroom. Together, they unpack the challenges and opportunities educators face, from redefining student engagement and meaningful assignments to ensuring critical thinking remains central in an ever-changing learning environment. Matt shares how AI is impacting day-to-day classroom practice, why focusing on the learning process over the final product matters more than ever, and how assignments must evolve to keep students actively involved in their learning. This conversation also explores practical strategies for keeping the “human in the loop,” scaffolding rigor without leaving students behind, and using AI to support—not replace—essential teaching skills.🎧Check out the full shownotes: http://www.panoramaed.com/podcastConnect with Panorama Education:Visit our websiteFollow us on Instagram @panorama_educationFollow us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@panoramaeducation3485/podcastsFollow us on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/panorama-education/

Moving from exploring AI tools to leading AI strategy in education is one of the most important—and challenging—transitions for today’s school and district leaders. While many are excited about the possibilities of AI, few know how to transform that curiosity into a clear, actionable AI vision for their schools. In this episode, Dr. Julia Rafal-Baer shares practical insights into how leaders can shift from fragmented pilots to purposeful, values-driven AI implementation.Julia dives into the major arc of AI adoption in K–12 education and what it takes to lead with purpose, ethics, and coherence. She explains why community engagement, strategic abandonment, and transparent communication are essential for successful AI leadership. Throughout the conversation, we explore the progression from AI literacy to AI leadership and long-term AI strategy, the power of authentic community engagement, and the vital role of leaders’ values in guiding future decisions.🎧Check out the full shownotes: http://www.panoramaed.com/podcastConnect with Panorama Education:Visit our websiteFollow us on Instagram @panorama_educationFollow us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@panoramaeducation3485/podcastsFollow us on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/panorama-education/

What does it really mean to make AI literacy engaging and practical for every teacher and student? As schools look for ways to integrate new technology, it’s easy to turn AI education into another add-on in the classroom, but when it’s truly embedded into each subject area, the impact is transformative. Today’s guest, Marty Creel from Code.org, shares how the right approach to AI can turn something “boring” into exciting, hands-on learning that helps students build essential knowledge and understanding.In this episode, Marty Creel joins us to share his insight into what AI literacy should look like in today’s classrooms and why embedding it within content areas matters. He discusses the value of subject-specific AI, ways to make learning more engaging for students, the importance of accessible tools for all learners, and practical steps for system leaders to support responsible and effective AI adoption. He shares real feedback from teachers utilizing the Hour of AI activities, classroom stories like using Minecraft to teach the importance of training AI, and advice for school and district leaders who want to encourage thoughtful integration without overwhelming staff. 🎧Check out the full shownotes: http://www.panoramaed.com/podcastConnect with Panorama Education:Visit our websiteFollow us on Instagram @panorama_educationFollow us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@panoramaeducation3485/podcastsFollow us on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/panorama-education/

Welcome to the Leading and Learning with AI Podcast! This is the podcast where top K-12 education leaders and experts explore how AI is reshaping teaching, learning, and school leadership—one real story at a time. Hosted by Aaron Feuer, CEO and Co-Founder of Panorama Education, each episode offers a roadmap for implementing AI in your school or district, along with tools, lessons learned, and practical strategies you can bring to your team. You’ll hear directly from leaders applying AI to solve big challenges like chronic absenteeism, literacy gaps, and teacher burnout in ways that are safe and secure, personalized, and anchored in driving student outcomes. Wherever you are in your school or district’s AI journey, this show is your guide to impactful AI in K-12.