Dear Lightspeed Team,

I hope this message finds you well. I am writing as a classroom teacher to offer a small but meaningful suggestion regarding the language currently displayed to students when internet access is blocked on their devices.

At present, students receive a message that reads:

“Oops, ‘Teacher’s name’ has blocked this website for now.”

While I understand the functional purpose of this notification, the tone and wording can unintentionally create distraction or frustration in the classroom. Because the message highlights the teacher as the source of the restriction, it may shift student attention away from learning and toward questioning or reacting to the block itself. Even brief disruptions can interrupt instructional momentum, especially in environments where maintaining focus is already a challenge.

I would like to suggest revising the student-facing message to use more neutral, instruction-centered language. For example:

“It’s time to focus. Please check with your teacher for instructions.”

or

“This site is unavailable during class time. Please follow your teacher’s directions.”

Messaging like this keeps the emphasis on learning and classroom expectations rather than on restriction or blame. A calm, guidance-oriented tone can help reinforce positive classroom culture, reduce distraction, and support smoother instructional flow.

I appreciate the work your team does to support safe and focused digital learning environments. Thank you for considering this suggestion, and for your continued partnership with educators.

Sincerely,

Tim Robers

William Byrd High School

Vinton Virginia