Great Debates | Cell Phones in Schools: Empower Learning or Enforce Limits?
The presence of cell phones in schools has ignited one of the most enduring debates in modern education. Educators, parents, and students often find themselves split between the benefits and th…
Shedding Light on Student Suicide Trends: Data Analyzed from Lightspeed Alert
Suicide remains one of the greatest threats to student safety, and at Lightspeed Systems, we take this issue very seriously.
Navigating Tough Conversations About Suicide
Data indicates that suicide is a leading cause of death among adolescents – with many students facing risk factors such as bullying, social isolation, and untreated mental health conditions. In…
Empowering Parents in K-12 EdTech: Why Collaboration is Key
As technology continues to weave its way into our classrooms, parents are understandably worried about how much time their kids are spending on screens, the kind of content they’re accessing,…
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.
Optimizing Your EdTech Resources in a Post-ESSER World with Lightspeed Digital Insight
K-12 schools have relied on distributions from the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) Fund to pay for staffing, programming, and much-needed technologies.
The Kids Are Crying for Help
It’s mental health awareness week – a time to destigmatize mental health issues and prioritize mental health awareness and outreach.
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…
Strategies for Fostering Connectedness in the Classroom
Recent studies have revealed a troubling trend: approximately half of high school students don’t feel connected with their peers, teachers, and staff. Over forty percent reported a decrease in t…
Top 10 Reasons Districts Choose Lightspeed Systems
At Lightspeed Systems, we’ve been helping K-12 communities provide safe, secure, and equitable education for over 25 years.
