Private Strategic Briefing
Ask Before
You App.
A Platform for K-12 Digital Literacy — Bridging the Gap Between Parent Panic and Vendor Marketing.
"Bennett, it's been a year since we did that Student Data Privacy Consortium panel together. A lot has changed in K-12 AI since then. I wanted to share what I'm seeing, and where I think there's a unique opportunity for Clarion."
John Lyman
Wasatch Wise
The Challenge
Who's Winning the K-12 AI Conversation?
The Extremes
- Parent panic groups pushing fear-based narratives: "Ban Chromebooks, AI is surveillance."
- EdTech vendors pushing adoption without governance: "Trust us with your data, don't ask hard questions."
The Institutional Gap
Government entities like USBE are bound by constraints. They can't call out predatory practices or move at the speed of the market.
- • "This vendor's practices are predatory"
- • "This tool is safe if configured correctly"
- • "Here's how to evaluate without fear"
These remain unsaid.
The Asset
askbeforeyouapp.com
The intellectual property and framework built during six years at USBE—now unshackled and ready to activate.
Proven Scalability
National Credibility
The Strategy
Clarion + Ask Before You App
What if "Ask Before You App" becomes the front door to K-12 AI governance?
Face of Literacy
The Educator-facing translator
- Moves at market pace
- Takes public positions
- Builds early trust
Lead Engine
The trust builder
- Free tools & frameworks
- High-value education
- Districts raise hands
Enterprise Solution
The Clarion backend
- Legal expertise
- Governance frameworks
- Compliance support
Next Steps
Three Possible Engagement Models
| Model | Structure | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Strategic Partnership | Stay Independent | Cross-referral & mutual frameworks |
| Clarion Powered | License Platform | Your education market entry strategy |
| Full-Time Role | Join Clarion | I build the K-12 vertical inside the firm |