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Hobe Sound Today
By the People, for the People
AI Helps Students Strengthen Literacy and Language Skills
Educators turn to AI programs to boost reading, writing, and communication in the classroom
Published on Feb. 9, 2026
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Schools in Hobe Sound, Florida are using AI-powered programs like School AI and Class Companion to help students improve their literacy, reading comprehension, writing, and communication skills. The AI platforms are tailoring lessons to individual student needs and providing real-time feedback to teachers and students.
Why it matters
As schools look to leverage technology to boost student learning, the use of AI in the classroom is becoming more prevalent. These AI programs are helping students, especially English language learners, strengthen core academic skills like reading, writing, and speaking, which are crucial for long-term academic and career success.
The details
Kindergarten and third grade teachers at Seawind Elementary School are using AI chatbots and writing assistance programs to support students' literacy development. The AI platforms are teaching key literary elements, facilitating student discussions about books, and providing immediate feedback on writing assignments. Educators say the AI tools are a learning curve, but have been helpful in identifying students who need extra support and ensuring all students are progressing towards grade-level expectations.
- Seawind Elementary School has been using AI programs in their classrooms for about two years.
- The third grade Class Companion program is being used during the 2025-2026 school year.
The players
Seawind Elementary School
A public elementary school located in Hobe Sound, Florida that is using AI programs to support student literacy and language development.
School AI
An AI-powered chatbot program that is helping Seawind Elementary kindergarten students learn reading comprehension, plot, setting, and character elements.
Class Companion
An AI writing assistance program used by third grade teachers at Seawind Elementary to provide real-time feedback and support for student writing assignments.
Kendra Remian
A third grade teacher at Seawind Elementary who is using the Class Companion AI program in her classroom.
Omar
A third grade student at Seawind Elementary who uses the Class Companion program to improve his writing.
What they’re saying
“We don't have to worry about them cheating. The program does not give them the answers. They have to do all the work.”
— Kendra Remian, Third Grade Teacher (Scripps News Group)
“The program encourages me to double check my work for spelling and grammatical errors.”
— Omar (Scripps News Group)
What’s next
District educators plan to continue expanding the use of AI-powered programs across more grade levels and subject areas to support student learning.
The takeaway
By embracing AI technology, schools are finding new ways to personalize instruction, provide real-time feedback, and ensure all students are building the essential literacy and language skills needed for academic and future career success.
