Technology Use Task Force

The San Mateo–Foster City School District is establishing the Technology Use Task Force (TUTF) to examine how technology can best support learning, development, well-being, access, and responsible participation in a digital world. Over seven months, our diverse community will study current research, examine district practices, and develop evidence-informed recommendations for the Board of Trustees to consider for implementation beginning in 2027–28.

Tech Use Task Force Mtg 1 - September 14th

Why this Work Matters

As technology becomes increasingly integrated into education, we need to thoughtfully examine:

• Is a particular use of technology developmentally appropriate, educationally purposeful, equitable, safe, and consistent with the experience we want for every learner?
• How should we create age-related parameters and define developmental readiness?
• When does technology enhance learning and when do other experiences—conversation, movement, hands-on learning, play, collaboration—offer greater benefit?
• How can we ensure students receive explicit instruction in digital citizenship and responsible technology use?
• How can we create districtwide coherence so that expectations are understandable, implementable, and equitable across all schools?

TUTF is not being formed to defend current practice or to validate a predetermined outcome. This is a balanced, transparent process designed to examine these questions carefully with perspectives from across our community.