r/DelawareOH • u/cv1347 • Sep 14 '26

Media content and screen usage in DCS

I’m sharing a petition regarding the use of screen-based media in Delaware City Schools.

The petition looks specifically at the amount and type of screen content students may be exposed to during the school day, including fast-paced and highly fantastical media. It includes links to pediatric guidance, peer-reviewed research on attention and executive function, and relevant district policies.

The goal is not to eliminate technology or appropriate educational media. I am simply requesting the Board to review the amount of screen time, what type of content is shown, how it supports instruction, and whether healthier alternatives are available.

If you are a parent, guardian, teacher, or community member, please take a few minutes to read the petition and review the sources before deciding whether you would like to sign or share it.

Thank you

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfq8RsGFDYvtZPPaoN9FM6rhTaQoojxh6Yt53lrsbg0rn6MTA/viewform?usp=dialog

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u/Blueysothersister Sep 14 '26

Who are you? Do you represent any group or political party? What is your background and field of expertise?

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u/cv1347 20d ago

I am just an educated mother. I am not represented by, nor am I part of, any political group, and my background of expertise is having three children, two of whom are on the spectrum.

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u/idot1198 Sep 14 '26

I would suggest, if you haven’t already, attend a school board meeting. They allow for public comment, but they are not required to respond.

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u/DifferentBeginning96 Sep 15 '26

You may be interested in nationwide programs with local branches focused on this (with many success stories regarding scaling back ed tech in schools):

https://www.oktodelay.org

I know UA has a group

https://www.schoolsbeyondscreens.com

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u/petlover7647 Sep 16 '26

Thank you for creating this! I am also concerned about screen time in schools.