Adoption and Ethics of AI in School Psychology in the 2024-2025 School Year: A Statewide Survey of Ohio Practitioners

This study investigates the adoption, perceptions, and ethical considerations of artificial intelligence (AI) use among school psychologists in Ohio during the 2024–2025 academic year. Drawing from a statewide survey of 140 members of the Ohio School Psychologists Association, we examined how practitioners are incorporating generative AI tools into their professional practice, the perceived benefits and limitations of AI, and the ethical, legal, and institutional concerns influencing adoption. Results indicate that 80% of respondents had used AI in the past six months, with nearly 40% reporting weekly or daily use for tasks such as generating recommendations, summarizing reports, and simplifying technical language. Over 85% did not obtain informed consent for AI use, and disclosure to stakeholders was inconsistent. Barriers to adoption included concerns about data privacy, legal risks, and lack of training. Despite these concerns, most participants viewed AI as a helpful tool when used ethically and judiciously. Findings underscore the urgent need for state-level policy development, professional training, and ethical guidelines to support responsible AI integration in school psychology.