What Alabama Schools Need to Know About HB 166 (FOCUS Act) and How to Stay Compliant Without Sacrificing Digital Learning
On May 14, 2025, Alabama Governor Kay Ivey signed House Bill 166—the FOCUS Act—into law, introducing sweeping new guidelines that restrict student access to cell phones and wireless devices during instructional hours.
What NY Schools Need to Know About Google Restrictions and How to Stay Compliant Without Losing Momentum
In early 2025, the New York State Education Department (NYSED) restricted student access to several Google services, including YouTube, Google Translate, Google Earth, and Google Photos.
What does Oklahoma HB 2371 represent for student safety?
Senate Bill S5025, currently under legislative review, introduces new provisions focused on student safety and digital threat management, reinforcing schools’ responsibilities in protecting students from cyber threats and online harassment.
Stay Ahead of New DASA Compliance Requirements
New York schools must prepare for the latest compliance updates under the Dignity for All Students Act (DASA). Senate Bill S5025, currently under legislative review, introduces new provisions focused on student safety and digital threat management, reinforcing schools’ responsibilities in protecting students from cyber threats and online harassment.
5 Must-Have Reports for School Board Decision-Making
School board members face a monumental task: steering the district toward academic excellence while ensuring fiscal responsibility, compliance, and overall student well-being. In a landscape where technology permeates every classroom, data and reporting have become essential tools for making informed decisions.
5 Essential Reports for K-12 IT Admins
K-12 technology administrators are the unsung heroes of today’s digital classrooms, juggling everything from device rollouts and network security to software updates and user support. A key part of this role is having clear, actionable data that informs everything from budgeting to bandwidth allocation.
How 7 Critical K-12 IT Challenges Sparked Lightspeed Signal’s Creation
K12 IT leaders have a tall order: keep devices secure and compliant, manage assets effectively, troubleshoot connectivity issues, and respond to outages before chaos erupts—all with limited time and resources. Rather than guess what districts need, we asked them directly.
How to Simplify App Approvals & Public List Management
With thousands of educational apps available and in use in your district, visibility of which are in use and managing which are approved for classroom use is a critical responsibility – and…
How a Free App Audit Can Help Schools Manage Privacy, Security, and Compliance
With hundreds of apps in use across a district, IT teams need a way to ensure these tools are safe, compliant, and aligned with educational goals. A free App Audit can help by providing a clear picture of app usage, identifying compliance risks, and supporting better decision-making for IT leaders.
Texas SB 1893 Updates: Navigating Compliance as the Banned Apps List Grows
TikTok may be back – but not on Texas school devices. With SB 1893 compliance remaining a priority, Texas districts must ensure that prohibited applications, including TikTok, stay off school networks. As the list of banned apps continues to grow, ongoing monitoring is essential to maintain compliance and prevent security risks.
