Some of the nation’s rich are letting AI teach their kids

Short summary

Wealthy families are increasingly turning to AI-powered tutoring services like Forge Prep and Alpha School as alternatives to traditional schools, paying tens of thousands annually. These companies market AI tutors as interactive, project-based learning tools, with Silicon Valley investors among early adopters. The trend highlights a divide: while most Americans remain skeptical of AI, affluent families are positioning their children as early testers of AI education technology.

• •Wealthy families adopting AI tutoring services (Forge Prep, Alpha School) over traditional schools
• •Silicon Valley early adoption with annual costs in the tens of thousands
• •Contrasts with broader American skepticism about AI capabilities

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