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About Us

Bright Minds AI partners with schools to bring AI into classrooms thoughtfully, supporting teachers while safeguarding students and values.

AI for Schools, Built on Trust

Thoughtfully integrating artificial intelligence into K-12 education with a focus on student safety, ethical use, and meaningful learning experiences.

Bright Minds AI was created to help schools navigate the promise of artificial intelligence with confidence, care, and clarity.

We work alongside K–12 educators and administrators to thoughtfully integrate AI in ways that enhance learning, support teachers, and protect students. Our approach centers on ethical use, data privacy, and age-appropriate implementation, ensuring technology serves education, not the other way around. By blending innovation with responsibility, Bright Minds AI empowers schools to prepare students for a future shaped by AI while keeping human connection, creativity, and safety at the heart of every classroom.

Assess & Listen

We start by understanding your school’s goals, challenges, and readiness for AI, so every recommendation is intentional and appropriate.

Guide & Safeguard

We help you select and implement AI tools with a strong focus on ethics, student privacy, and responsible classroom use.

Support & Empower

We provide ongoing guidance and resources so educators feel confident, informed, and supported as AI becomes part of everyday learning.

Bright Minds AI Founders

Our Team

With 30 years of combined experience in education and technology,
our founders are united by a passion for equitable, innovative learning.

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Jessica Maddry
Co-founder, CEO

A visionary leader with over 20 years in the education field, Jessica is a certified Ethical Emerging Technologist. She brings a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record of designing innovative programs that enhance student outcomes. Jessica's expertise in data-driven decision-making ensures our solutions are grounded in evidence, while her dedication to fostering inclusive learning environments guarantees every student is included.

 

 

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Claire Smizer-Muldoon
Co-founder, COO


With over 10 years of experience in EdTech, Claire complements Jessica's vision with her impressive background as an EdTech leader and marketer. Her strengths lie in project management, user experience design, and cultivating strong customer relationships. Claire's collaborations with schools and educational technology firms have honed her skills in bringing innovative solutions to life.

 
Our Clients

Testimonials

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I have been consistently impressed by Jessica's exceptional aptitude, unwavering dedication, and insightful approaches to integrating artificial intelligence (AI) with educational practices.

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Jason D.

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Claire has an innate ability to tackle complex challenges with a thoughtful and strategic approach, often providing creative solutions that benefited both our team and the company as a whole.

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Neuromaker

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Jessica designed, developed, and led a professional learning series to help us implement new technology and she guided our team through several data meetings to identify specific needs for students.

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Phillip T.

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Jessica is passionate about supporting business goals and consistently goes above and beyond to deliver.

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Kaylee R.

Newslea

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If you’re looking for someone with a servant’s heart and innovation (and some mad meme skills), you’ve found her!

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Lisa D.

Empress Executives

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Jessica is great to work with and very easy to communicate with. She knows her content well and would be a great asset to anyone.

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Paul A.

NOLA Education

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Did a wonderful job for us on 2 projects. We would highly recommend Jessica.

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Chris M.

Mountain Press

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Jessica merged her creativity and expertise in technology to bring my project to life in ways that far exceeded my expectations.

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Nancy

Copper Iris Books

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Right from our initial meeting, it was evident that Claire possessed an exceptional level of  intelligence and expertise in the field of Ed Tech, as well as a comprehensive understanding of various aspects of the business.

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NextWave STEM

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