Lift the Ban on Spotify and Gaming Websites from Chromebooks

Lift the Ban on Spotify and Gaming Websites from Chromebooks

The Issue

I have often felt the struggle of not being able to do the simple things I love on my Chromebooks, like listening to music on Spotify. Chromebooks are a source of technology for many students and they should provide all features they are capable of offering. Currently, restrictions on music streaming service Spotify and some gaming websites not only hinder our lifestyle, but also our opportunities to break from study and rejuvenate our minds with some entertainment. According to a 2017 Nielsen report, music can improve mental well-being and productivity, highlighting the impact of these restrictions on student efficiency and happiness. Furthermore, games have been recognized by the American Psychological Association as potentially beneficial for cognitive and social skills. Lift this ban and let our Chromebooks be truly multi-purpose tools. Sign this petition for an unrestricted, beneficial Chromebook experience.

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The Issue

I have often felt the struggle of not being able to do the simple things I love on my Chromebooks, like listening to music on Spotify. Chromebooks are a source of technology for many students and they should provide all features they are capable of offering. Currently, restrictions on music streaming service Spotify and some gaming websites not only hinder our lifestyle, but also our opportunities to break from study and rejuvenate our minds with some entertainment. According to a 2017 Nielsen report, music can improve mental well-being and productivity, highlighting the impact of these restrictions on student efficiency and happiness. Furthermore, games have been recognized by the American Psychological Association as potentially beneficial for cognitive and social skills. Lift this ban and let our Chromebooks be truly multi-purpose tools. Sign this petition for an unrestricted, beneficial Chromebook experience.

The Decision Makers

Chris Reykdal
Washington Superintendent of Public Instruction
Paul Fisher
Enumclaw District 216 School Board - District 5
Julianne DeShayes
Former Enumclaw District 216 School Board - District 2

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