# 2026-10-27 Student Achievement Committee

The Wake County Schools Student Achievement Committee met on October 27, 2026, to hear student and school staff perspectives on classroom technology and discuss how to balance digital tools with hands-on instruction. Students highlighted concerns about distraction, screen-related health effects, technical failures, and reduced practice with handwriting, while educators discussed technology’s role in differentiation, assessment, and preparing students for future work. Views differed on device levels and age-appropriate use; recurring suggestions included more teacher training, intentional use, and grade-level-specific guidance. Board members also discussed budget constraints and the limits imposed by state testing and digital curriculum materials. No contracts, awards, spending approvals, or procurement votes were identified. The committee was told that device procurement options will be presented on November 12 during the Facilities Committee meeting, with a final technology strategy presentation planned for December 1.

The meeting then turned to revised North Carolina mathematics standards, including changes to high school course sequencing and plans for district preparation, curriculum development, and teacher support ahead of implementation in 2028–29. No purchasing decision was made in that discussion.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Education, Information Technology
**Published:** October 27, 2026

### Sources
- [2026-10-27 Student Achievement Committee](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zR7Pcb_-S-Q) - WakeCountySchools