Artificial Intelligence

AI Ready Educator Certification

A comprehensive training program exploring classroom applications, ethics, and digital literacy.
Seal of AI Readiness and Next Generation Intelligence

Seal of AI Readiness

First-of-its-kind recognition for graduating high school seniors in Riverside County to demonstrate their artificial intelligence expertise.
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Training and Events

Focused sessions on using AI to enhance instruction, tailored workshops and training, and convenings with national partners, offering district leaders hands-on opportunities to engage with emerging practices.
AI Grounds for Innovation Conference. Brewing Ideas. Stirring Innovation. RCOE and Menifee Union School District

Grounds for Innovation Conference, July 29-30, 2026

Join us as we bring together teachers and educational leaders to explore what it means to teach and lead in a world where AI exists, using it to strengthen instruction, increase engagement, and support deeper learning.

Learn more and register today!

Strategic Vision for Artificial Intelligence at RCOE

The Riverside County Office of Education (RCOE) is committed to supporting schools, districts, and educators in preparing students for a rapidly changing future. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has the potential to enhance teaching, learning, and operations when implemented thoughtfully, ethically, and with student success at the center.

RCOE’s vision is to ensure that both educators and students are:

  • AI Literate – able to understand how AI works, its benefits, and its risks.

  • AI Ready – equipped to use AI responsibly, creatively, and effectively in academic and career contexts.

Through this approach, AI becomes a tool for:

  • Personalized learning that meets individual student needs.

  • Empowered educators who can integrate AI into teaching and leadership practices.

  • Ethical use and student supports that safeguard privacy, fairness, and student well-being.

  • Alignment with state and federal guidance to ensure responsible adoption.

A School District Guide to AI Implementation

The RCOE School District Guide to AI Implementation provides curated resources for educators and administrators to support safe, practical, and effective AI use:

  • Official Guidance – Publications from the U.S. Department of Education, California Department of Education, and UNESCO.

  • Trusted Resources – Best practices and lesson ideas from organizations such as Common Sense Education.

  • Classroom Tools – Vetted applications designed to support instruction, creativity, and student engagement.

  • Privacy and Policy Alignment – Resources to ensure AI use aligns with district policy and protects student data.

A School District Guide to AI Implementation

Alignment with Superintendent's Initiatives

RCOE recognizes AI’s potential to enhance Dr. Edwin Gomez’s priorities for Riverside County schools and is exploring ways to use it to advance student success:

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Literacy by 5th Grade Initiative

AI-powered adaptive reading tools and formative assessments provide personalized literacy support, ensuring all students build strong foundational skills by fifth grade.
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Mental Health Initiative

AI-based wellness resources and data-informed systems can help identify student needs earlier, expand access to support, and reduce barriers to care.
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Financial Literacy

Interactive, AI-driven simulations and personalized learning experiences help students understand budgeting, saving, and long-term financial planning.

Competitive Edge Initiative

AI supports success for all students by providing multilingual resources, culturally responsive instructional tools, and access to technology that prepares students for success in college, career, and life.

Foster Youth Success Initiative

Personalized learning pathways, targeted interventions, and AI-assisted progress monitoring can help foster youth access the support they need to thrive academically and socially.

Learn more about the Initiatives

RCOE is uniquely positioned to guide districts in adopting AI through:

  • Safe and Policy-Aligned Practices – Ensuring AI use complies with local, state, and federal standards.

  • Student-Focused Approaches – Applying AI to close gaps in access and opportunity.

  • Collaborative Implementation – Partnering with districts to pilot, scale, and sustain AI integration that benefits all learners.

Educators and leaders across Riverside County are encouraged to:

Contact Us

Jeff Oldfield, Ph.D.
Executive Director, Innovation and Competitive Advantage
(951) 826.6595
joldfield@rcoe.us