6/16/2026 - FCPS School Board Governance Committee Meeting

The Fairfax County Public Schools Governance Committee met on June 16, 2026, to discuss policies related to instructional technology and artificial intelligence (AI) use in schools. The committee voted to bifurcate the existing policy into two separate policies: one focused on the use of educational technology in instruction and the other on innovation and instructional technology, including AI. Members debated the scope and content of these policies, emphasizing the need for clear guardrails around technology use, intentional device usage, and AI integration. They also discussed the importance of including family and community engagement, the role of the Educational Technology Review Committee (ETRC), and the procurement and approval processes for educational technology tools. The committee planned to further refine the policy content and definitions in preparation for a work session scheduled a week later, aiming to have a comprehensive draft for board consideration after the summer recess. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were detailed, but there was mention of existing contracts like Schoology and the need for more transparency and oversight in technology procurement and usage.