Thriving in a Post-GPT World: How Antifragile Thinking and AI Transform Schools

What if school districts could grow stronger under pressure—not just survive, but improve? With shrinking budgets, rising deficits, AI disruption, and staff turnover, leaders must rethink how to deliver quality education in strained systems. In this session, Dr. Quintin Shepherd and Kelsey Behringer introduce the concept of antifragility, showing how AI can help districts thrive amid volatility. From digital teaching assistants to scalable 1:1 tutoring, AI offers a path to do more with what you have. Attendees will leave with strategic insights on building resilient staffing models and leveraging AI to protect and empower their most valuable assets.