Middletown High School has many talented artists, editors, and photographers. There are classes where these students are exploring these interests. Middletown even promotes students' art, but instead of using these students, or even the teachers and staff who would be willing to create art to promote our school, we use AI. Instead of using students who are passionate about these activities, passionate about editing, and creating, we use AI. Middletown High School says that we are a community, a family even, so why should we give in to the mindless use of AI? It may not seem like a big deal to most, but art brings people together, even in the little ways, and that's what Middletown High School is all about, right? Also, it's just bad for the environment. The energy demand for data centers will cause an increase in carbon emissions, making it harder to decarbonize. It can also strain the local supply of energy, pushing up our energy prices. The millions of gallons of water used to cool some of these centers affect our water supply, with some using 5 million gallons per day. That's enough water for a town of 10,000 to 50,000 people to drink. The people living around the data centers have their health at risk; they also create loud noise pollution and air pollution. Is that worth it? Middletown students should be proud of the school they are going to, not embarrassed when we go onto the Middletown page, or when we walk through the halls and see AI on the TVs. We should show our community, and even communities around us, that we care about our image and our students. It's not all about the games, concerts, or activities; the promotion matters too. We are not the only ones doing this; I realize that, but we should be a part of the change. One little thing can change an entire future. If you want to show that you care, please sign this petition. Show the district that we care about this matter. Help be the start of change and growth at our school.