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Kings Park board adopts revised acceptable‑use policy to reflect state ban on internet‑enabled devices
Summary
The Board adopted revised policy No. 5,675 to implement a state law banning internet‑enabled devices in schools during the school day; the district will post the policy to its website and develop procedures before the school year begins.
Kings Park, N.Y. — The Kings Park Central School District Board of Education on July 1 unanimously approved the second reading and adoption of revised policy No. 5,675, updating the district’s computer network and acceptable‑use rules to reflect recent state law restrictions on internet‑enabled devices in schools.
Dr. Egan told the board the revised policy includes a new numbered provision reflecting the statutory ban and a new section that defines permissible use of internet‑enabled devices during the school day, including guidance for adults employed in schools. He said the board must post the updated policy to the district website before Aug. 1 if the board adopts it tonight.
Why it matters: the change implements a requirement included in the state budget that takes effect for the coming school year. Administration said it will follow adoption with district procedures and community messaging, and that staff training will emphasize adult modeling of appropriate device use.
What was approved: the board approved the second reading and adoption of Policy No. 5,675 by voice vote; the motion passed with an oral 'Aye.' The record shows the district conducted a student council discussion and a parent survey (about 40 responses) to inform policy language.
Next steps: administrators will post the policy, develop implementing procedures and messaging, and provide training for staff and adults working in district buildings before school opens.
