AI Leadership in Action: Lessons from OpenAI’s Model District Cohort in Los Angeles

What separates successful AI implementation from endless experimentation? Join leaders from OpenAI, Lynwood Unified School District and the Los Angeles County Office of Education for a candid conversation drawn from Lynwood USD's experience in OpenAI's Model District Cohort. Hear how district leadership moved beyond individual champions and isolated use cases to build a system-wide approach to AI adoption, navigating governance, professional learning, risk management and culture change while building trust with educators, students, families and the community. Explore the leadership mindsets needed to move from exploration to implementation, how districts balance innovation with responsible governance, and strategies for addressing risk, privacy, security and policy. Learn approaches for building educator confidence, reducing resistance and creating momentum beyond a single pilot, plus the evolving role of county offices and strategic partners in supporting adoption at scale. Wherever you are on your AI journey, you will leave with insights you can apply immediately.