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LA Unified First to Ban YouTube, Roblox, Fortnite on Devices

4/23/2026

Summary

Story summary

Los Angeles Unified School District became the first district to adopt a grade-by-grade screen-time restriction plan.
Board voted 6-0, with one recusal, to have staff draft policy by June for 2026-27 rollout.
The resolution bans YouTube and non-instructional games such as Roblox and Fortnite on district devices.
Board member Nick Melvoin said measure aims to recalibrate technology use after the pandemic-era expansion and to balance instructional needs with health concerns.

History

Historical Context

In 2023, the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) adopted a screen-time restriction policy to combat health issues linked to excessive technology use, reflecting growing concerns about digital well-being. This initiative follows the American Academy of Pediatrics' 2010 guidelines on screen time and addresses challenges from the pandemic's shift to online learning, potentially influencing future educational policies nationwide.

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Story summary

Los Angeles Unified School District became the first district to adopt a grade-by-grade screen-time restriction plan.
Board voted 6-0, with one recusal, to have staff draft policy by June for 2026-27 rollout.
The resolution bans YouTube and non-instructional games such as Roblox and Fortnite on district devices.
Board member Nick Melvoin said measure aims to recalibrate technology use after the pandemic-era expansion and to balance instructional needs with health concerns.

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