Why this is important: The Texas Student Union (TSU), representing concerned students and families, strongly condemns the use of GoGuardian on student-issued laptops in the Fort Bend Independent School District (FBISD). This software tracks students’ online activity — including web browsing, app usage, and even location — effectively placing school-issued laptops under blanket surveillance. Such monitoring is intrusive, violates student privacy, and undermines trust in the learning environment.

What’s wrong:

Invasive monitoring: GoGuardian’s ability to monitor browser, application, and location data infringes on students’ right to privacy and can have chilling effects on free expression and learning.
False positives & disruption: There have been documented instances where benign or educational content is flagged — disrupting class, blocking access, and unfairly penalizing students for mistakes.
Data security risks: Collecting substantial personal data places students at risk of data breaches or misuse, especially with increasing cyber-attacks targeting school systems.
Lack of consultation & consent: Students, parents, and the community were not properly informed or consulted before implementing such a broad surveillance system — a clear violation of educational transparency and respect for student autonomy.
What we demand (call to action):

FBISD must immediately suspend the use of GoGuardian (or any comparable surveillance software) on all student laptops.
FBISD should convene an open and transparent community discussion — including students, parents, and educators — to explore privacy-respecting alternatives such as digital-literacy programs, strengthened teacher supervision, and open communication channels.
FBISD should adopt a privacy-first policy: allowing only minimal, consented, and transparent monitoring — if any — with clear opt-in/opt-out for students and parents.

Who benefits when it's removed: Students (both current and future) will have the freedom to learn, explore, and express themselves without fear of unwarranted monitoring.
Parents and families will be assured their children’s data and personal privacy are protected.
FBISD and educators will foster a trust-based environment that encourages open communication and learning over suspicion and restriction.

Our ask: If you believe privacy, dignity, and trust matter, support this petition today. Add your name to show FBISD that students and community members — under the banner of Texas Student Union — demand responsible, transparent, and respectful education. Share widely with friends, family, classmates — every signature matters.