Press Release
February 20, 2026
As wearable technology continues to evolve, the Nye County School District (NCSD) is proactively addressing the presence of AI-enabled eyewear on school campuses. To ensure a safe and focused learning environment, the District is clarifying that "smart" glasses (example), such as those with built-in cameras and recording capabilities, fall strictly under the guidelines of Board Regulation 7363R: Student Use of Cell Phones on School Property.
Under the current regulation, all personal electronic recording devices must be powered off and stored out of sight from the moment a student enters campus until the final bell.
Key Policy Highlights Regarding AI Eyewear:
Prohibition on Recording: NCSD strictly prohibits students from using any electronic device to photograph or record students or employees during the school day.
Visible Devices: Any AI glasses or recording devices are subject to immediate confiscation by the school to be returned to parents.
Prescription Lens Expectation: While the District acknowledges that some smart glasses can be fitted with prescription lenses, students are not permitted to wear these devices during the school day due to their recording capabilities. Students requiring corrective lenses must use standard, non-electronic eyewear while on campus.
"Our primary goal is to protect the privacy of our students and staff while maintaining a classroom environment free from digital distractions," said Dr. Joe Gent, Superintendent. "Treating AI glasses with the same high standards as cell phones is a necessary step in keeping our schools a safe space for everyone."
For more information, the full text of Board Regulation 7363R is available on the District website.