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LAUSD tightening rules on students' use of electronic devices, screen time
By City News Service at NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· June 24, 2026
· 2 min read
A sweeping policy to monitor and limit students’ screen time beginning in the coming academic year for the nation’s second-largest school district was being touted on Wednesday for making Los Angeles a leader in efforts to place guardrails on students’ electronic device usage.
The policy w...
Key takeaway Screen time will not be allowed until students’ are in the second grade and 60-minute limits will apply from second through fifth grade.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The Los Angeles Unified School District's new policy on electronic device usage will have a significant impact on the daily routines of students and teachers across the city. By limiting screen time and banning student-led use of video streaming platforms, the district is taking a proactive approach to addressing concerns about the effects of excessive screen time on children's cognitive and social development. This move is particularly relevant in a city like Los Angeles, where many families rely on technology for education and communication. The district's decision to review and publicly disclose all existing classroom technology contracts will also provide transparency and accountability in the use of educational technology. As the policy is implemented, it will be important to monitor its effectiveness and gather feedback from students, parents, and teachers to ensure that it is achieving its intended goals and supporting the educational needs of Los Angeles' diverse student population.
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Category: schools ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A sweeping policy to monitor and limit students’ screen time beginning in the coming academic year for the nation’s second-largest school district was being touted on Wednesday for making Los Angeles a leader in efforts to place guardrails on students’ electronic device usage.
The policy w...
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