Good Samaritan Institute's initiative integrating artificial intelligence literacy and practical AI tools into kindergarten through high school education, preparing students for careers in an AI-augmented workforce.
Get Your School InvolvedTAPS (Transformative AI-Powered Schooling) is Good Samaritan Institute's comprehensive K-12 AI education initiative. At its core, TAPS brings artificial intelligence literacy, hands-on AI tools, and critical thinking about AI's societal impact into classrooms from kindergarten through grade 12. The program is designed to ensure all students—regardless of background or ZIP code—develop foundational AI competencies and gain exposure to AI career pathways.
TAPS aims to democratize AI education by making high-quality, age-appropriate AI literacy accessible to every K-12 student in Northwest Florida. We believe that understanding AI—how it works, where it's applied, and how to use it responsibly—is essential preparation for civic participation and economic opportunity in the 21st century.
By integrating AI concepts into existing curricula and supporting teachers with training and resources, TAPS builds a foundation for student success while cultivating the next generation of AI-literate leaders, creators, and problem-solvers.
TAPS operates through three integrated pillars: curriculum integration, teacher training and support, and student engagement projects. Each pillar works together to create a comprehensive AI education experience.
TAPS provides modular curriculum units aligned with existing standards and subjects. Age-appropriate AI concepts are woven into science, mathematics, language arts, and social studies. Teachers can adopt entire units or individual lessons based on school needs and capacity.
GSI offers comprehensive professional development for educators, including AI literacy workshops, curriculum guidance, access to lesson plans and resources, ongoing mentorship, and technical support. Teachers become confident facilitators of AI learning without requiring advanced technical backgrounds.
TAPS engages students through hands-on, project-based learning: chatbot design challenges, ethical AI decision-making exercises, data analysis projects, and real-world problem-solving using AI tools relevant to their communities, schools, and futures.
GSI works with school leaders to understand current AI exposure, teacher capacity, student needs, and integration opportunities. We identify grade levels and subject areas best suited for initial pilot programs.
GSI collaborates with teachers to customize curriculum modules for the specific school context. We align AI learning objectives with existing standards and school priorities.
GSI delivers intensive training to educators covering AI fundamentals, curriculum delivery, classroom management strategies, and access to ongoing support and resource updates.
Teachers begin delivering TAPS curriculum with ongoing mentorship and support from GSI. Students engage in AI literacy lessons, discussions, and projects aligned to their grade level and subject.
GSI collects data on student learning, teacher confidence, and program impact. Feedback is used to refine curriculum, provide targeted support, and scale success across additional grades and subjects.
TAPS curriculum is designed to be developmentally appropriate across K-12, with learning objectives that evolve as students progress through elementary, middle, and high school.
Introduction to AI concepts through creative, hands-on exploration. Students learn about everyday AI applications, basic algorithms, and how technology helps solve problems. Integration with science, math, and language arts.
Deeper exploration of AI mechanics, machine learning basics, and the societal implications of AI. Students engage with real data, explore ethical questions, and participate in structured projects. Integration with science, math, social studies, and language arts.
Advanced study of AI technologies, practical applications, and career pathways. Students build AI tools, analyze real-world datasets, engage in capstone projects, and develop competencies for AI-augmented careers. Can be integrated into computer science, math, science, social studies, and career pathway courses.
Teachers don't need to be AI experts to teach TAPS. Good Samaritan Institute provides comprehensive support to help educators confidently integrate AI literacy into their classrooms.
Parents play an important role in supporting their students' AI learning. Here's what you should know about TAPS and how you can help at home.
AI is reshaping every industry and profession. Students who understand AI—how it works, where it's used, and its limitations—will have a significant advantage in college and career. TAPS prepares students for futures they'll actually live in.
Students will bring home ideas and projects about AI. You might hear about chatbots, algorithms, datasets, or ethical AI questions. These conversations are valuable! Ask your student what they learned, encourage them to think critically, and help them see AI's role in your family's life.
Help your student explore AI in everyday life: voice assistants, recommendation feeds on social media, mapping apps, and weather prediction. Encourage curiosity. Ask questions. Model critical thinking about AI benefits and risks. Celebrate your student's AI projects and learning.
Share your professional experience with AI (or lack thereof!) with your student's school. Attend TAPS family information sessions. Volunteer for student project feedback. Connect with other TAPS families. Your support makes a real difference.
GSI provides parent guides, videos, and family discussion prompts to help you understand AI literacy and support your student's learning at home. Check with your student's school for family resources and community events.
Reach out to your student's teacher or school's TAPS coordinator. For broader questions, Good Samaritan Institute is happy to connect. Send inquiries to doug@goodsamaritaninstitute.org
TAPS is designed to create measurable impact across multiple dimensions: student learning, teacher capacity, school readiness, and regional workforce preparation.
TAPS tracks impact across multiple domains:
Good Samaritan Institute is actively partnering with K-12 schools to integrate TAPS curriculum and teacher training. Let's talk about how we can support your students, teachers, and school community.