Long Beach Unified Seeks Input on Classroom Technology
Students and families have until November 6 to share feedback on the use of digital tools and AI in local schools.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Administration
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Long Beach Unified has launched a survey for students and families to gather input on classroom technology use and the role of artificial intelligence. Feedback collected by November 6, 2026, will help shape future district technology policies.
Why it matters
The initiative follows pressure from grassroots groups calling for limits on screen time in schools. These results could influence future budget allocations after the district spent $2.5 million on student laptops during the 2025-26 school year.
The district spent $2.5 million on student laptops in the 2025-26 school year, with an equal amount projected for this year. Public feedback is being gathered through November 6, 2026.
The players
Long Beach Unified
A California school district currently balancing digital tool integration with community calls for reduced screen time.
Schools Beyond Screens
A grassroots advocacy group that has lobbied the district to limit technology use in local classrooms.
The details
Long Beach Unified is gathering input via surveys for students and families to determine how technology and artificial intelligence are utilized in classrooms. A newly formed workgroup, which includes teachers, students, guardians, administrators, and experts, will review these survey responses and findings from focus groups to develop future technology policies.
Timeline
Surveys opened to families and students in October 2026.
The deadline for all survey submissions is November 6, 2026.
The Home Front
The district's move aligns with a broader trend of school systems reassessing the efficacy of one-to-one laptop programs. This push follows national calls by groups like Schools Beyond Screens to balance digital classroom tools with traditional learning methods.
Families in the district should complete the survey by November 6 to voice their preferences on classroom technology. Use this opportunity to discuss digital habits with your children to ensure their feedback reflects your home's values regarding screen time.
The takeaway
Input from this survey will directly inform how Long Beach Unified approaches future technology policy and spending. Keep an eye on district announcements following the November 6 deadline to see if changes to classroom technology or artificial intelligence use are adopted.
Further reading
Find more updates on local school operations in our Administration section.
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Should your local school district place stricter limits on the use of artificial intelligence in classrooms?
