Parents opt kids out of school laptops ask for pen paper

8 days ago

Parents are opting their children out of using school-issued laptops due to concerns about screen time, distractions, and inappropriate content.
Organized parent groups are sharing resources and strategies to advocate for analog education alternatives.
Research suggests that students using computers at school perform worse academically and retain information better on paper.
Some school districts resist opting out, citing legal requirements for digital curriculum delivery.
Parents have found creative ways to limit screen time, including transferring children to low-tech schools or using personal devices with controlled access.
Advocacy efforts include petitions, public school board meetings, and national campaigns to reduce reliance on digital tools in education.
Teachers and administrators acknowledge concerns about excessive screen time but emphasize the need to prepare students for a digital workforce.
The pandemic accelerated the adoption of 1:1 device policies in schools, but critics argue for a more balanced approach post-pandemic.

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