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LAUSD students barred from AI use, in a surprise to school board and parents
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk Mariana Dale , as published by LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio)
· September 2, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points This affects a large number of students, estimated to be around 378,000. Previously, students aged 13 and above were allowed to use these tools under supervision.
A decision has been made to block access to artificial intelligence tools on certain devices. This affects a large number of students, estimated to be around 378,000. Previously, students aged 13 and above were allowed to use these tools under supervision. The change was announced during a meeting, catching some board members and parents off guard.
Further details about this decision are available.
The announcement marked a shift from existing policy, which had been in place to guide student use of technology.
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Category: government Published: September 2, 2026 Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) Reading time: 1 min
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