Los Angeles School District to Limit Student Screen Time Amid Mental Health Concerns
The Los Angeles Board of Education has unanimously approved a resolution to limit screen time in classrooms, set to be implemented in the 2026-27 school year. This decision comes in response to growing concerns about the negative impact of excessive screen use on students' academic performance, physical health, and mental well-being. The resolution mandates the development of a screen time policy that includes maximum in-school screen time limits by grade level, eliminates digital device use for early education through 1st grade, and prohibits student-led use of video streaming platforms like YouTube. The initiative is part of a broader movement to address the overuse of technology in schools, which expanded significantly during the pandemic. The resolution was supported by Schools Beyond Screens, a coalition of parents, teachers, and students advocating for more intentional technology use in education.