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POLICY: ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)

ST MONICAS DIOCESAN

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Source domain: stmonicas.za.net

Collected on 6 August 2026

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This document is a school policy on the responsible and ethical use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools at St Monica’s Diocesan School in Matatiele, South Africa. It outlines guidelines for learners and teachers on using AI as a supportive tool in education while maintaining academic integrity, originality, and critical thinking. The policy requires proper citation and acknowledgment of AI use, prohibits plagiarism or replacing personal effort with AI-generated content, and includes addenda with suggested uses and a declaration of academic integrity. It was adopted by the Board of Governors in 2024.

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Declaration of Academic Integrity

Learners at St Monica’s Diocesan School must complete a declaration confirming they have used AI tools responsibly in their work. This includes acknowledging how AI was used and ensuring their work reflects original thought and academic integrity.

Who it is for
learners at St Monica’s Diocesan School
How to act on it
Complete the Declaration of Academic Integrity form as required by the teacher and submit it with assignments that include AI use.
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Learners may be required to complete a “Declaration of Academic Integrity”, attesting to their responsible use of any AI tools (see Addendum B).
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Use of AI Tools in Learning

Learners are permitted to use AI tools to support their learning, such as for idea generation, fact-checking, or language revision, as long as they maintain ownership of their work and follow assignment guidelines.

Who it is for
learners at St Monica’s Diocesan School
How to act on it
Use AI tools in accordance with assignment instructions and teacher guidance.
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AI tools are permitted in this school to enhance learning and supplement learners' understanding of course material.

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Eastern Cape

Key Takeaways

  • St Monica’s Diocesan School
  • Matatiele
  • 2024
  • AI tools
  • academic integrity
  • proper citation
  • acknowledgement of AI use
  • Declaration of Academic Integrity
  • Addendum A
  • Addendum B
  • Board of Governors
  • St Monica’s Diocesan School
  • Board of Governors
  • Groberts
  • Matatiele