Welcome to aiPTO
Dear Parents, Grandparents, and Guardians,
Are you hearing all the hype about AI from social media, news outlet, or even your kid’s school and unsure what it really means for your family? Wondering if AI is a force for good or just overwhelmed by all the info out there?
You’re not alone and you’ve come to the right place.
I’m Dhani, a fellow parent of two, working in Tech (but not a techie by training!). Even with my job, I found myself asking: “Is all this AI hype something I should worry about for my kids?”
Turns out, in 2024, nearly 60% of kids aged 12-17 are already using AI tools like ChatGPT but almost 4 in 5 parents feel unsure or have limited knowledge about AI and its role in their children’s education.
That’s why I started aiPTO. A New Kind of PTO: Parenting in a Digital Age.
Like you, I’m trying to raise thoughtful, curious kids in a world that’s changing faster than we can keep up with. I’ve shifted through the latest research, expert opinions and guides about AI. Initially to help my own family, and now to share what I have learned with you.
If I can save you time or worry, that’s worth sharing. Because parenting is easier when we learn together.
What you’ll get here
AI 101: A Parent’s Primer
A simple and free introduction to AI. What it is. What it isn’t. And, why it matters for families. Also, I went delve deeper on what the science known and still figuring out about the impact of AI to our kids and families.
Data-backed Simple & Practical Tools & Tips.
Get bite-sized, evidence-based insights you can read or watch in minutes. I breakdown what’s safe, what’s actually useful, and what to avoid. Dive into my TALK and THINK about AI frameworks or my Roots and Branches approach to parenting in the AI era, with easy-to-use guidance for real life situations! Wondering how to explain deepfakes in kid-friendly ways? Or how to team up with your child to spot when AI gets it wrong? I’ve got you covered.AI & Your Child’s Data: What Parents Need to Know
A breakdown of current state of regulations and how they affect the way AI use your children’s data.
Real Parenting Stories and Reflection.
Like the time my daughter and I made her first storybook or used various tools, including vibe-coding AI app, to learn how to make an app. I recommend starting with how my AI-Parenting journey came about:What’s New in AI - The Parent-Powered Digest.
AI changes fast. I break down the latest news, trends, and tech. I translate what it means for you and your kids, with clear actions you can take right now. Here’s my take on the AI companion / AI Toys headlines coming from OpenAI & Mattel:
Everything in under 5 minutes…because I get it. Your time is precious.
Let’s do this together
No tech background needed. Just curiosity, care, and the desire to stay one step ahead for our kids.
If you’d like to invite me to give AI literacy training for your PTO or local community group, please message me anytime here or on instagram @aiPTO365.
Let’s figure it out together. One prompt at a time.
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