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Board asked to join lawsuit against Meta, TikTok, Snap and YouTube

Mapleton Public Schools · By Ben Guzovsky · Published Nov 6, 2026, 10:47 PM UTC · Board record: Oct 21, 2026

High-risk

Dr. Courtney Short, the 310th Space Wing historian, provides a history presentation to introduction to aviation and aerospace students at Air Academy High School, Colorado, Jan. 14, 2025. The 310th Space Wing facilitated presentations for the students during a community outreach event focused on 26th Space Aggressor Squadron history and current mission. The event is part of the Wing’s Year of Heritage initiative to educate the community on the history and contributions of the Wing.(U.S. Air Forc — U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Marko Salopek · public-domain

What happened

The October 21, 2026 agenda asked the board to approve joining a group of more than 20 Colorado districts suing Meta, TikTok, Snap and YouTube. The districts say the apps harmed learning and cost schools money for phone pouches, lockers and counseling. Joining would take about 10 hours of staff time and no up-front cost, and could bring money back if the case is won or settled.

Why it matters to families

The case could bring money to the district, and it shows how much time schools spend on phones and social media.

The evidence

The packet includes the staff report and a draft resolution authorizing participation; the outcome of the vote is not yet in the record.

The source

Board packet, October 21, 2026

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