Nation’s second largest school district moves to limit kids’ screen time The Los Angeles Unified School District has voted to limit student screen time by incentivizing pen-and-paper assignments and developing grade- and subject-specific policies. The resolution, passed unanimously, aims to establish developmentally appropriate guardrails on instructional technology, especially for younger learners. Board members emphasized the need to rebalance technology use with essential human interaction and foundational learning, citing potential harmful effects of too much screen time.

• LA Unified School District voted to limit students’ screen time in class.
• The resolution mandates developing screen time policies for each grade and subject.
• Students in first grade and younger will be barred from using devices.
• The district will evaluate education technology contracts and inform parents about opting out.
• The move aims to balance technology access with effective instruction and interaction.