SXSW EDU 2025

AI & Entrepreneurship: Empowering Future Innovators in K-12

Description:

As AI rapidly reshapes the workforce, education systems and policymakers must prepare students for an uncertain future. Integrating AI in K-12 entrepreneurship education equips students with essential skills and adaptability. This panel explores a student-centered approach that combines AI and entrepreneurship to foster agency, resiliency, and innovation. We'll discuss the role of national, state, and local policies in supporting these initiatives. Join us for an inspiring session with insights from panelists and real-life examples of teens using AI to create groundbreaking business solutions.


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Other Resources / Information

Policy Brief: https://nfte.com/resources/nfte-policy-brief-march-2024/
Capital Region RYEC – Atman Patel’s winning pitch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z22pEWalnuQ (beginning at 12:16)
WSI Inclusive AI Challenge: https://innovation.nfte.com/challenge-winners/ey-2023


Takeaways

  1. Attendees will gain actionable strategies for integrating AI into K-12 entrepreneurship education to prepare students for future careers.
  2. Understanding of how national, state, and local policies can support and enhance AI and entrepreneurship education initiatives.
  3. Real-world examples of teens successfully using AI to solve global challenges, illustrating the impact and potential of this educational approach.

Speakers


Organizer

Ashley Hemmy, Deputy Chief of Staff, Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE)


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