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LAUSD Bans Devices for TK-1, Costs $5 Million

8/11/2026

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  • The Los Angeles Unified School District Board adopted a policy banning digital devices for transitional kindergarten through first grade beginning August 12, 2026.
  • The policy blocks YouTube, social media and streaming unless a teacher approves access.
  • Staff estimate up to $4 million for laptop carts and $1 million annually for tracking software.
  • A review of screen-time rules is required after one year, with an ad-hoc committee to advise on AI.