Over time the school updated its web-filtering policy to include a review process for educational tools. Students could request unblocking with instructor approval; IT committed to responding within two business days. Maya’s experience led to a short guide the teacher shared: how to request access, what educational justification to include, and examples of useful Pixilart pages. The class kept using Pixilart—both the online editor when possible and the offline app when necessary—continuing to learn pixel techniques and collaborating on sprites for a mini-game.