The Path Forward
Whether you’re a school building policy and practice, or a consultant preparing to guide them... here’s where you start.
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What is The Path from EI to AI™?
The PATH from EI to AI™ is a developmental framework that guides
how we prepare children, teens, and adults for a future shaped by AI.
The PATH from EI to AI™ is a developmental framework that connects the dots of human growth—from emotional intelligence in childhood, to executive functioning in adolescence, to ethical and strategic use of AI as adults. At its heart, it builds the capacity to navigate complexity with discernment, adaptability, and purpose.
The truth is:
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Emotional intelligence is foundational, not optional.
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Executive function builds agency, not just structure.
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And AI fluency only matters when it’s grounded in trust, reflection, and the ability to use it well.
That’s why the PATH isn’t just a metaphor. It’s a mindset we can teach by helping learners:
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Pause to reflect
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Align with their values
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Trust their thinking
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Hone their skills through intentional practice
This is how we raise humans who aren’t just tech-savvy, but ready to lead in an AI-powered world.
WHY IT'S NEEDED
Most schools still reward outputs and compliance. But the real world demands something deeper: people who can think critically, adapt quickly, and lead with integrity. Employers don’t want information holders — they want creative problem-solvers. The PATH closes that gap.
WHERE IT ALL COMES TOGETHER
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The Drizzle Effect → DROPLETS™ (ages 4–10) + DROPLETS Bridge™ (ages 11–15) → builds emotional intelligence and executive function.
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MaryOstrowski.com → partners with schools and educational consultants → applying those foundational skills through professional development, strategy, and AI fluency that is sustainable and human-centered.
Learn together. Adapt together. Lead together.
Playful Curiosity
Executive Function
Emotional Intelligence
