AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoYouth Online Safety: American Samoa is named in a landmark $17.1 billion multistate settlement with Meta over Instagram and Facebook addiction harms, with the territory set to receive about $1.1 million and Meta required to add major child-safety features like daily time limits and “productive pauses.” Local Education & Care: Intersections, Inc. completed the first round of ACCESS in American Samoa, a consent-and-safety program for special needs students, delivered with the Department of Health and Education and supported by parents and caregivers. Culture & Community Spotlight: Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata highlighted the National Park of American Samoa during National Park Week, pointing to wildlife, viewpoints, and the park’s role in showcasing ancient culture. Sports & Identity: Stanford’s Samoan-American coach Tavita Pritchard opened his career with a win on Pacific Island Heritage Celebration night, with cultural helmet designs on display. STEM for Youth: American Samoa’s Department of Education technology integration program director says a drone competition is helping students imagine new possibilities beyond the island. Public Safety: Tafuna Police reported a disturbance case in Malaeimi that led to a misdemeanor charge for private peace disturbance.
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