Robot in Classroom Sparks Debate | Dayton News

Dayton News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 29, 2026 · 1m

A New York school district is backing off its plan to introduce a humanoid robot named Sally after backlash from teachers, parents, and state officials over ties to a company known for adult robots. Though designed to teach tech and support learning, concerns about replacing human educators and inappropriate associations have sparked debate. The superintendent insists Sally won’t replace teachers and will avoid sensitive topics, but state education officials question whether the robot’s labeling as a “tutoring platform” aligns with classroom use. The district is now revising privacy…