Los Angeles school board votes to set limits on classroom screen time
Summary
The Los Angeles Unified School District board voted to limit how much time students can spend on screens during the school year starting in 2026-2027. The policy will set daily and weekly screen time limits by grade, restrict device use during breaks for younger students, and block YouTube on school devices.Key Facts
- The resolution passed unanimously with a 6-0 vote.
- LAUSD is the second-largest school district in the U.S., with over 520,000 students.
- Students use Chromebooks and iPads for learning in the district.
- Limits include no device use during passing periods, lunch, and recess for elementary and middle school students.
- YouTube will be blocked on district devices.
- The resolution cites research linking too much screen time to anxiety, depression, and lower school performance.
- The new policy will start in the 2026-2027 school year, pending final approval.
- This follows a 2022 California law requiring every district to limit smartphone use by July 2026.
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