Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 1, January 10, 2025
Section 8 CCR 1402-1-2.519 - SCREEN TIME AND MEDIA USEA. Television viewing, including videos, should not be permitted without the approval of a child's parent(s) or guardian(s), who must be advised of the center's policy regarding television and video viewing.B. All media that children are exposed to must be developmentally appropriate and must not contain explicit language or topics.C. All television, recorded media, computer, tablet, cell phones, video games and other media devices are prohibited during snack or meal times except during a planned special occasion.D. The center must develop a media and internet usage plan outlining screen time and media use related to their curriculum. The media plan must have information on ongoing communication with children about safe online practices. The center must obtain a signed document stating that the parent(s) or guardian(s) have received this plan, and agree to the activities described in the plan.E. All children must be provided with a developmentally appropriate alternative activity once the child(ren) loses interest in the media activity.F. There is no time restriction for children using personal adaptive equipment, assistive technology, or participating in mandatory school activities.46 CR 22, November 25, 2023, effective 12/15/202347 CR 15, August 10, 2024, effective 8/30/2024