PGCPS launches Lumi Story, new AI tool, to boost student creativity
By AFRO Staff
Students of Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) now have a new artificial intelligence (AI) tool to help them as they venture into the world of storytelling.
According to information released by PGCPS, the AI tool, Lumi Story, will help students with “character development, dialogue, illustration and story structure, opening new pathways for literacy and creative expression.”
The official unveiling and launch of Lumi took place Dec. 9 at Largo High School in Upper Marlboro, Md.
Lumi Story is currently available to students at 10 PGCPS locations thanks to a partnership between Prince George’s County Executive
Aisha N. Braveboy and Colin Kaepernick, the former NFL quarterback turned activist.
“I’m committed to ensuring our students have the tools, resources, and skills they need to excel—not just today, but every day,” said Braveboy, in a statement posted to her official social media accounts. “These young people aren’t just our sons, daughters, nieces, and nephews… they are the future of Prince George’s County.
It’s our responsibility to nurture their brilliance so they’re ready to lead the next generation.
Kaepernick plans to expand use of the Lumi Story platform beyond Prince George’s County, to school districts across the country and abroad.
All Photos Meta (Facebook) / Prince George’s County Executive Aisha Braveboy, except where noted
Shown here, Chair of the Prince George’s County Board of Education, Branndon Jackson (District 6).
Congressman Glenn Ivey (D-Md.-04) makes an appearance to see Lumi Story in the classroom.
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Prince George’s County Executive Aisha N. Braveboy proudly helps launch Lumi Story for students in Prince George’s County Public Schools.
Students interact with the artificial intelligence tool, Lumi Story, at the Dec. 9 official product launch of the storytelling platform.
Colin Kaepernick, the former NFL quarterback turned activist, is the face behind Lumi Story and the company’s campaign to partner with schools across the nation.
Lumi Story is already being used in 10 classrooms across Prince George’s County Public Schools. The platform helps creatives as they produce graphic novels.
Dr. Shawn Joseph, interim superintendent for Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS), speaks to those gathered for the official launch of Lumi Story in PGCPS classrooms.