Otus Forms Advisory Board with K12 Leaders

Otus, a leading K-12 assessment, data, and insights solution, has launched the Otus AI Advisory Board, a group of education leaders dedicated to guiding the future of AI within Otus and across the K-12 education sector.

The advisory board, established in January 2025, consists of district administrators, school principals, teachers, and instructional technology specialists from over 20 districts across 11 states.

Representing Diverse Communities

The board’s diverse makeup includes representation from urban, suburban, and rural communities with varying socioeconomic statuses, reflecting Otus’ commitment to the diverse needs of all school districts.

According to the report, Chris Hull, Co-Founder and President of Otus, said, “AI holds incredible potential for K-12 education, but it’s essential we get it right.”

He added that educators should have a seat at the table when it comes to shaping how AI is used in schools, and that the AI Advisory Board creates a space to listen to and learn from educators.

Collaborative Problem-Solving

The Otus AI Advisory Board meets monthly, providing valuable insights and feedback on AI-related initiatives and tools, and tackling real-world challenges faced by educators.

In a recent session, board members submitted AI challenges from their districts for peers to collaboratively problem-solve using a structured protocol.

One challenge addressed was integrating AI tools in classrooms where teachers were initially resistant due to concerns about cheating.

Suggestions from members included showcasing the relevance of AI to real-world careers and introducing AI tools with teacher-approved safeguards.

Empowering Educators

Otus team members coordinate the board’s activities, bringing expertise in education technology, product development, and classroom instruction to facilitate meaningful discussions and actionable outcomes.

Board members have exclusive opportunities to engage in resource-sharing and test new AI features, like Otus Insights, which supports educators with everyday tasks and data analysis.

Caitlin Wlezien, Instructional Technology Coordinator for Wood Dale School District 7 in Illinois, said being part of the AI Advisory Board has opened her eyes to how AI can support both teachers and students in meaningful ways.

Several board members recently participated in Otus’ webinar, “Shaping the Future of AI in Education,” demonstrating their commitment to furthering responsible AI use.

Otus partners with school districts nationwide to create informed, data-driven learning environments, and its award-winning edtech solution combines student data with powerful tools to provide educators, administrators, and families with the insights they need to make a difference.

For more information on Otus and its AI Advisory Board, visit Otus.com.