Board presses district on Google 'AI mode' and how LightSpeed filtering blocks it
Board members raised concerns that Google’s AI search ('Gemini'/'AI mode') appears on Chromebooks; Mr. Spencer said LightSpeed is blocking access in most student logins but the district is pressing Google for an admin toggle and exploring ways to demonstrate blocking to the board.
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Board members and parents at the Sept. 23 meeting pressed district technology staff about Google’s new AI‑enabled search experience — described in the meeting as 'AI mode' or Gemini — and whether the district can prevent students from accessing it while allowing ordinary web search.
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