Great Debate: Monitoring Student Online Activity — Safety Net or Invasive Surveillance? 

With school safety incidents and mental health crises on the rise, monitoring student online activity is becoming a critical issue. But there’s tension between the need for proactive protection and concerns about student privacy. Is digital monitoring essential to keep students safe—or a step too far?

Quicker Incident Responses: A Real-Time Saver for K-12 Admin

The Complex Challenge of Managing Student Safety What happens when you receive an urgent alert about cyberbullying targeting a student or a concerning message about potential self-harm? For scho…

Is Everyone Too Freaked Out About Student Screen Time?

Just two words, and yet they spark debates in school board meetings, parent forums, and education conferences across the country. The concern is understandable—parents, educators, and policymakers all want what’s best for students. But like most hot-button topics, the conversation around screen time in schools often lacks nuance.

Webinar Recap: Lightspeed Classroom 2025 Roadmap – What’s New, What’s Coming, and Your Questions Answered

Yesterday, the product team hosted an engaging webinar to share the latest updates, upcoming features, and future plans for Lightspeed Classroom. The session, led by Charlotte Lescroart, Strategic Account Manager, and Mike Ruby, Director of Product Management for Classroom, provided valuable insights into how Lightspeed is addressing challenges in digital learning and empowering educators with innovative tools.

Great Debate: Sending Devices Home — Essential for Connectivity or Asking for Trouble?

As schools aim to close the digital divide, many districts are grappling with a tough question: Should students take school-provided devices home, or is it safer and more cost-effective to keep them at school?

Here’s why this decision matters—and what schools need to weigh before deciding.

5 Key Reports Your Superintendent Wants

Superintendents carry the vital responsibility of setting the vision and strategic direction for their entire school district. From overseeing academic performance to ensuring financial accountability and efficiency, data is central to making informed decisions that positively impact students and staff.

Moving Beyond Reactive Student Safety to Proactive Early Detection & Intervention

Traditional security measures—such as metal detectors, surveillance cameras, fences, and door locks—serve as essential components of school safety protocols. However, these measures often act as reactive solutions, addressing threats only after they have materialized.

Proactive School Safety: How SROs and K-12 Safety Professionals Can Collaborate for a Safer, Healthier Campus

School safety demands more than just emergency drills and secure entries. From preventing potential threats to nurturing mental well-being, School Resource Officers (SROs) and other K-12 safety professionals play a critical role in creating a holistic environment where students can thrive.

A New Chapter in Proactive Student Safety: Lightspeed Systems + STOPit Solutions 

We’re not just merging companies. We’re merging missions. And we’re just getting started. Learn more about how Lightspeed Alert + STOPit can help enhance safety at your school.

Rethinking Digital Learning Management: The Role of Interoperability 

The key to success isn’t just adopting new tools – it’s ensuring those tools work together seamlessly to enhance visibility and control of your online ecosystem. Lightspeed Systems is designed to meet these needs, offering a unified platform that brings together filtering, classroom management, analytics, device monitoring, and student safety solutions.