In this session, K–12 teachers and administrators will explore how AI can drive proficiency-based STEM instruction through student-led inquiry. Participants will receive free access to SocraCircle+, an innovative discussion tool featuring SocraBot—a virtual student that models effective questioning, prompts deeper thinking, and supports diverse learners by responding in multiple languages and reading levels. Attendees will experience how SocraCircle+ fosters student-centered discussions that advance critical thinking across science, math, social studies, and more. This session also examines the evolving role of AI in the classroom, demonstrating how SocraCircle+ uses AI not to replace instruction but to enrich pedagogy in real time. Educators will leave with practical strategies to integrate AI into daily instruction to personalize learning, improve engagement, and meet proficiency-based goals.