Victoria Salas Salcedo, a Bay Area middle school teacher who recently achieved National Board Certification in English Language Arts for Early Adolescence, has incorporated artificial intelligence in her classroom for the past three years. With a range of experience in visual arts, English language development, and multicultural studies, she strives to create an environment where all learners feel welcome, valued and empowered. Recently, EdSurge spoke with Salas Salcedo about the lessons she has learned through her use of AI-powered writing tools, such as Project Topeka, a program she piloted.