Navigating the Future: AIS Hosts Internet Safety Day 2026 Workshop on AI Ethics

PHNOM PENH, February 27, 2026 — In celebration of Internet Safety Day 2026, the American Intercon School (AIS) organized a pivotal workshop for its middle school students. The event focused on the most pressing topic in modern technology: “Safe, Ethical, and Responsible Use of AI.”

The workshop served as a collaborative hub for students across multiple campuses, providing them with the framework needed to harness the power of Artificial Intelligence while avoiding its potential pitfalls.

The Three Pillars of the AI Campaign

The workshop was structured around three core themes designed to protect and empower middle schoolers:

1. Safety First: Students learned how to protect their personal data when interacting with AI chatbots and tools, understanding that “the internet never forgets.”
2. Digital Ethics: A deep dive into academic integrity—teaching students the difference between using AI as a research assistant versus using it to bypass original thought and writing.
3. Responsible Innovation: Encouraging students to use AI for positive social impact, such as creative problem-solving and enhancing their learning of complex subjects.

Building a “Tech-Smart” Generation

From our perspective at Schools Cambodia, this proactive approach by AIS is essential. As AI tools become more accessible, the “Education Sector” must lead the way in setting boundaries.

Key takeaways for AIS students included:

• Fact-Checking: Understanding that AI can sometimes “hallucinate” or provide incorrect information, requiring a human eye for verification.
• Algorithmic Bias: Learning that AI is only as good as the data it is trained on, and recognizing the importance of diverse perspectives in technology.
• Mental Well-being: Discussing how to maintain a healthy balance between digital assistance and real-world social interaction.

By hosting this multi-branch workshop, AIS is fostering a culture of “Digital Responsibility” that will serve these students long after they leave the classroom.