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Keep track of the latest screen time and tech restrictions

By Micah Ward

Students in some of the nation's biggest districts will be spending less time in front of screens this school year.

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Classroom Technology Stories

July 19, 2026

Road to FETC | Back-to-School EdTech: Smarter Tools, More Learning

Date & Time: Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 3 p.m. ET <br><br> In this fast-paced webinar, expert educators will showcase the latest classroom-ready apps, AI-powered solutions, and proven strategies that simplify planning, personalize learning, and spark meaningful student engagement.

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June 24, 2026

LAUSD's screen ban sets new milestone in tech backlash

Los Angeles USD bans screens for students below second grade while limiting usage for older students in response to community-wide pushback against tech use.

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May 03, 2026

How to maximize edtech–while regulating screen time

Educators should judge edtech by engagement and learning outcomes rather than how much time students spend in front of screens, one expert argues.

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May 03, 2026

Cell phone bans aren't showing the results leaders want

Two-thirds of states now restrict phones, and the stakes for successful implementation are higher than ever.

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April 22, 2026

LAUSD adopts first major screen time restrictions

The decision follows months of complaints from parents about their children's grades related to device use.

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September 18, 2025

Shift happens: designing student-centered classrooms with AI and tech

Technology is “a lever for equity and empowerment—not just for students, but for educators, too,” says Whitney Criswell, Leadhership speaker and digital learning coach.

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