Apply to Join the Bellevue School District EdTech Design Team

Bellevue School District is forming an EdTech Design Team and invites students, families, and staff to apply. 

The Design Team will review how educational technology is used across the district — including topics such as how devices are used, screen time, access to platforms such as YouTube, cell phones and other personal devices, and the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Together, the team will: 

• Develop shared beliefs and guiding principles to inform future policy and practice. 
• Create actionable recommendations that support student learning, engagement, innovation, and equity.

Time Commitment 

Beginning September 2026, the Design Team will meet 1–2 times per month, with each meeting lasting 2 hours. Meetings will be in person, with optional time between meetings for reading, research, or reflection. 

Tentative meeting dates (5:00–7:00 p.m.): 

• September 24 
• October 8 and October 29 
• November 19 
• December 1 and December 15 
• January 14 and January 28 
• February 9 
• March 11 and March 25 
• April 8 and April 29 
• May 13 

How to Apply 

If you are interested, please complete the application survey by June 5. Applicants will be notified by June 12 if they are selected to serve.

Apply today

Why This Work Matters 

Bellevue School District currently provides devices in a 1:1 learning environment from elementary through high school, supported by shared digital tools for learning, assessment, and communication. While technology offers many benefits, it also raises important questions about developmentally appropriate use, consistency across classrooms, personal devices, and emerging tools such as AI. 

Over time, technology practices have evolved in response to instructional needs, research, and new tools. As a result, community perceptions and actual classroom use may differ, and expectations can vary across schools and grade levels. This Design Team will help build shared understanding and develop thoughtful, future‑focused recommendations. 

Purpose of the EdTech Design Team 

The Design Team will: 

• Refresh a districtwide vision for educational technology grounded in BSD values and community voice. 
• Study current practices and research, including how peer districts approach similar challenges. 
• Center lived experiences of students, families, and educators. 

This work aligns with the district’s 2026–27 Annual Plan and Strategic Plan, emphasizing inclusive engagement, equity‑driven decision‑making, and long‑term system coherence. Recommendations will be shared with the Superintendent and School Board by spring 2027 to inform future, phased implementation. 

Focus Areas 

Initial focus areas include: 

• Elementary educational technology (K–2 and grades 3–5) 
  • Devices and hardware 
  • Software applications, including YouTube 
• Cell phones and personal devices (K–12) 
  • Cell phones 
  • Personal devices such as smart watches, etc. 
• Artificial Intelligence (AI) 
  • Use of AI for educational purposes 

Thank you for considering serving on this important team. If you have questions, please reach out — we would love to hear from you. 

Best regards,  

Tom Duenwald
Director of Educational Technology, Design Team Co‑Lead  

Angela Christofferson
Executive Director of Technology, Design Team Co‑Lead