Hundreds of parents and community members have signed onto a letter asking Alexandria City Public Schools leaders to put limits on students using school-issued tablets and laptops.
The parent-led petition, addressed to the Alexandria City School Board, Acting Superintendent Grace Taylor and incoming Superintendent Jharrett Bryantt, called for “age-appropriate screen time and tech limits” and blocks on gaming, video streaming and social media platforms. The petitioners propose eliminating devices for Pre-K through grade 2, with exceptions for accessibility and individualized education needs, and phasing out devices for computer labs and carts.
