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APS Device Work Group

Purpose: To thoroughly evaluate the use of digital devices in Arlington Public Schools (APS) by reviewing current usage, identifying best practices, and making strategic decisions about the future of device use in APS. The group will deliver a well-informed recommendation to the APS School Board in March 2026.

Membership: Parents/Community Members, including possible representation from: Advisory Council of Teaching and Learning (ACTL), County Council of Parent Teacher Association (CCPTA) Special Education Parent Teacher Association (SEPTA)· APS Staff, including possible representation from Arlington School Administrators (ASA) and Arlington Education Association (AEA) and APS Students.

Timeline:

Meetings will be held monthly, with focused agendas and clear deliverables

Month Focus Area Deliverable
September 30, 2025 Kickoff & Scope Definition Work plan
October 28, 2025 Instructional Needs and Survey input Survey plan
November 18, 2025 Device Model Evaluation Usage report
December 9, 2025 Usage Guidelines (who, when, where, how much) Comparative analysis
January 27, 2026 Survey results review Feedback synthesis
February 24, 2026 Draft Recommendations Draft report
March 24, 2026 School Board work session Presentation Final report and presentation deck

Final report will be shared at the March 24, 2026  School Board Work Session.