January 28, 2025

​Dear North Vancouver School District Community,

Re: Personal Digital Devices Community Check-In: Past, Present, and Future

On Wednesday, February 12, 2025, from 7 to 8 p.m., the North Vancouver School District (NVSD) will host a virtual Personal Digital Devices (PDD) Community Check-In to reflect on the use of PDD in schools, examine the current landscape, and discuss future plans.

In the fall of 2024, we introduced the NVSD’s guidelines for limiting PDD use across all school sites. These guidelines, now integrated in each school’s code of conduct, align with the Province’s three key actions to enhance student safety and well-being in relation to digital technology. While the NVSD continues to embrace technology as a tool to support learning, we are equally committed to fostering a focused and safe learning environment for all students.

An essential part of maintaining this environment is the partnership between home and school. While the NVSD has remained focused on enabling productive instructional time, families, and community members have additionally supported by modeling, supporting, and educating students on the principles of responsible digital citizenship. To date, students and families are reporting overall positive experiences with the implementation of PDD limitations, while voicing suggestions for continued improvement as the school district evaluates and assesses what changes may be needed in September 2025.

The event will feature a panel of NVSD community members, including students, principals, and district staff, who will share insights, lessons learned, and next steps regarding PDD use in schools.

We warmly invite you to register for this virtual event via the Personal Digital Devices (PDD) Community Check-In registration page. The registration page also allows you to submit a question for the panel in advance. A meeting link will be emailed the day prior.

Please watch for further communication from your school principal. Thank you for your ongoing engagement and support as we continue to work together in support of all NVSD students.

Respectfully,

Dr. Pius Ryan
Superintendent of Schools