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Three Teens on How AI is Reshaping Their Job Prospects

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Jan 27, 2026
Carissa Tang, a Silicon Valley senior who polled classmates about AI and uses it for college planning. Lincoln Fonk, a Georgia sophomore who studies political science and uses AI for research. Sevilla Ruby Broadhead, a Bay Area junior concerned about creativity and performing arts. They discuss classroom AI rules, spotting AI content, career planning with AI in mind, and practical tips for using AI responsibly.
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Student Rejects AI For Learning Integrity

  • Sevilla Ruby Broadhead was first introduced to AI in AP U.S. history where ChatGPT was used to give feedback but not rewrite essays.
  • She chooses mostly not to use AI because she fears it will erode creativity and critical thinking.
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Teen Uses AI To Prep For Politics

  • Lincoln Fonk learned to use AI outside school and applied it to research, religion questions, and editing bills for Youth Assembly.
  • He plans to enter politics and already uses AI to draft and refine policy-related documents.
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Poll Finds High AI Use Among Students

  • Carissa Tang polled classmates and found over 90% used AI at home to help with homework or studying in the past week.
  • Students use AI as a tutor and time-saver but worry it hampers critical thinking and dependence.
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