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Empower with Confidence.***   AI is here - are you ready to lead it with purpose *today*? 🤔 This intensive one-day event, inspired by our comprehensive Principals PLG, is designed specifically for principals in Aotearoa eager to understand and strategically implement AI in their schools *now*. 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