
Missteps with AI in the Classroom
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into education has unlocked powerful tools and possibilities, while also revealing challenges that threaten the integrity of genuine learning.[i] As an educator, I have seen a growing pattern over recent semesters in which diligent students engage deeply with course materials, absorbing complex ideas, asking questions, and developing a true understanding of the subject matter.
However, a contrasting group of students—those less invested in learning—have embraced AI tools as a way to complete assignments with minimal effort, relying on AI-generated answers that, while well-structured and grammatically sound, fail to engage with the substance of the assignment.

How well are schools serving the next generation of leaders?
With my commitment to leadership development for Next Gen leaders, I’m interested in our educational systems, K-16. Business leaders, as well as parents and grandparent, need to beware.
I’m curious what concerns you have.
I trust you find this article, published in the Stanley Promoter, by Dennis Patrick of value.

Red states tell colleges: Race and gender classes are out, civics in
Lawmakers in Utah, Ohio and Florida have mandated classes on civics and Western civilization and cut classes on race and gender from graduation requirements.

Minnesota is the First State to Pass Social Media Warning Labels to Address Mental Health
Minnesota has become the first state to pass a social media warning label law that will provide users with mental health resources.
KVRR’s Juliana Pelaez has more on why kids may be at a bigger mental health risk than we think.

Christian Crossroads Academy (Interview with Steve Hallstrom from Flag Family Media)
A little bit about Christian Crossroads Academy. We are blessed here in the West Fargo Moorhead area by Capstone Classical Academy, which has been a wonderful addition to our community. And now you've got something cool being planned up there in that Tioga Stanley area.
And it's another one of these classical Christian academies. So, tell us a little bit about how all this got started.

Separation of Powers — Why is it Important?
We all may remember hearing about “Separation of Powers,” but what does it really mean? How should it work? When is it abused? Does it matter?
These are important questions, and the topic is more important today than we may realize. Checks and balances are critical to the separation of powers.

Life in the Outback of America: Things Take Time by Fred and Joyce Evans (Danita Bye Foreword)
Life in the Outback of America: Things Take Time follows my parents’ lives while learning to survive and thrive under often harsh conditions in North Dakota’s Little Knife River Valley.

American Miracle Movie Launches in Theaters in June
I don’t know what sparks my interest in our founding documents. After all, I’m a leadership development coach in the business world, not a historian. Yet, my son’s prophetic challenge shook me to my core - “Mom, you must pass your leadership wisdom onto the next generation.”
Maybe that’s what nudges me—what hidden wisdom lies in these founding documents? What leadership truths could they hold?

Franklin Graham Prays at Trump Inauguration: ‘Blessed Is the Nation Whose God Is the Lord’
Just a few minutes before President Donald J. Trump was sworn in as America’s 47th head of state, Franklin Graham had the honor of praying for the president; his wife, Melania; Vice President J.D. Vance; and the entire nation at the Capitol Rotunda on Monday.

Christian Leaders Highlight Faith's Role in America’s Future, Pray for Trump Ahead of Inauguration Day
Gordon and I attended the Christian Inaugural Gala. What a historic event!
Read the article below that was published in the Christian Post.

Your Leadership Influence: The Benefits and Harms of Cell Phones at School
If you’re a parent with children at school, you probably have concerns about the pros and cons of children having their cell phones at school.
Here is an article you might find of interest.

Dakotas Poised for Newfound Political Prominence with Senate, Trump Cabinet Leaders Picked From the Heartland
The Breakdown of Higher Education: How it Happened, the Damage It Does, and What Can Be Done by John Ellis has a paragraph on page 190 that gripped my attention when I first started serving on North Dakota State Board of Higher Education.