Too Much Tech? How the FCC Is Entering the Screen Time Debate

Thursday, October 8, 2026
11:10 - 12:10 PM
Room: TBD

As concerns about screen time reshape conversations around technology in schools and libraries, technology leaders face growing pressure to balance digital access with student well-being. This panel examines how to move beyond simplistic debates over device use and focus on what matters most: meaningful learning, safe online experiences, and equitable access. Panelists will explore emerging policy developments at the FCC, digital safety requirements, and practical strategies for communicating the value of educational technology to families, educators, and policymakers while supporting responsible, student-centered technology use.

2026 AnchorNets Breakout 07: The FCC and Screen Time Debate

  • Judy Deichman
    School Librarian Richmond Public Schools
    Speaker
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  • Emily Dillard
    Emily Dillard
    Chief Information Officer
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  • Noelle Ellerson Ng
    Noelle Ellerson Ng
    Chief Advocacy & Governance Officer AASA The School Superintendent's Association
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  • Keith Krueger
    Keith Krueger
    CEO Consortium for School Networking CoSN
    Moderator
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