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HCPS Pulling Back on Screens in the Classroom

September 14, 2026
By: Saalam Bhatti

Salaam Bhatti, former candidate for Congress and past contributor to N4C’s newsletter, has launched a new Substack called Let’s Address Virginia: A Human Rights Project (LAVA). He recently posted about Henrico County Public Schools’ change in direction regarding screen time in the classroom. We’re proud to share his insights and calls to action on the topic.

Henrico was first in the nation to give every high schooler a laptop. Now, it’s pulling back.

Take Action

  • Read and Sign the Petition for Intentional Technology Use in Henrico County Schools
  • Check out LAVA and subscribe!

Learn More

  • Learn about the sponsor of the petition The Balance Project – Central Virginia Region
  • Watch AI and Screen Time in the Classroom: A Chat with Delegate Sam Rasoul

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