2026-05-18 Board of Education's Policy Committee

The PPS Board of Education's Policy Committee met on May 18, 2026, to discuss several district policies and community concerns, particularly focusing on technology use in schools. Public comments highlighted issues with Chromebook and EdTech use, screen time, and AI in classrooms, with parents and educators expressing concerns about student data privacy, screen addiction, and the impact of technology on learning and behavior. The committee reviewed and recommended updates to six Section Two policies related to district administration, including rescinding an outdated student participation policy and aligning others with state law. They voted to move these policy updates to the full board for approval. Additionally, the committee initiated a discussion on screen time policies, signaling future community engagement and collaboration with other board committees. The district performance auditing policy was also discussed, with plans for a full board review. No direct contract awards or procurement decisions were made during this meeting, but the discussions on technology use and policy updates may influence future procurement and vendor considerations related to educational technology.