Rogue Apps: Cybersecurity Threats in K-12 Schools
In today’s digital age, students and teachers use a staggering number of apps daily, with the average K-12 district having 2,055 apps in use and the average student accessing 72 different apps for…
Strengthening K-12 Cybersecurity with Lightspeed Solutions
As technology continues to transform education, it offers remarkable opportunities for personalized learning and enhanced accessibility. However, these advancements also introduce new risks.
Bullying Prevention, Cybersecurity, Digital Citizenship — Oh My!
October is a pivotal month for education, with three important themes taking center stage: Bullying Prevention, Cybersecurity, and Digital Citizenship.
FCC’s Filing Window for $200 Million Cybersecurity Pilot Program is Now Open
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) recently announced the application filing window for its Cybersecurity Pilot Program will open on September 17, 2024 and close November 1, 2024.
Best Practices for Blocking Risky Apps with Lightspeed’s Latest Integration
We’re excited to announce a powerful new integration that enhances your district’s compliance and security: Automatically block apps from Lightspeed Filter that were marked “Not…
3 District Hacks to Enhance Security, Simplify App Approvals, and Cut Costs with EdTech Analytics
Districts face increasing challenges managing their technology effectively while ensuring data privacy and optimizing costs.
Beyond Simplicity: Ensuring Comprehensive Student Safety in the Digital Age
Recently, edtech companies have been targeting district IT leaders with the promise of free and simple browser-based solutions for web filtering and online student safety monitoring.
Empowering EdTech Leaders to Address Their Key Challenges
CoSN recently released its 2024 State of EdTech Leadership Report, highlighting current challenges and priorities for K-12 IT leaders.
Stay Ahead of K-12 Security Threats with Lightspeed Filter Bypass Prevention
School districts face a daunting challenge in safeguarding their networks, data, and users against external and internal threats.
Stats to Build Your K-12 Cybersecurity Funding Narrative
As school districts begin to set budget parameters for the coming year, K-12 cybersecurity funding remains highly important. Unfortunately, budget shortfalls are commonplace for a great many di…
