Wealthy Families Pay Tens of Thousands for AI-Powered Schooling

A growing number of affluent American families are opting out of traditional schooling in favor of AI-driven education platforms. Companies such as Forge Prep and Alpha School are charging tens of thousands of dollars annually for programs that use AI tutors and project-based learning. Silicon Valley figures have been among the earliest adopters of this trend, with venture capitalists like San Francisco-based Shaun Johnson publicly endorsing the model. The shift comes despite widespread public skepticism toward AI tools among the broader American population. Critics and observers note that these children are effectively serving as beta testers for largely unproven educational technology.