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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About Colorado’s Accessibility Law HB21-1110 and How Lightspeed Systems Can Help

Colorado school districts have questions about HB21-1110, Lightspeed has answers—and solutions to simplify compliance with this new and important accessibility regulation.

Breaking Down Barriers: FCC Opens Doors with E-Rate Wi-Fi Hotspots

In a world where being connected matters, the FCC just handed students a powerful tool.

Back to School: 4 Ways to Create an Effortless Return to the Classroom

The return of students, teachers, and staff to the classroom following summer break can be a chaotic time for everyone involved.

Be a Know IT All: 6 Questions IT Leaders Need to Answer

As we return to life after ISTELive 24 in Denver, the Lightspeed team and I are filled with gratitude for the valuable connections we made with customers during the conference.

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3 Ways Lightspeed Can Support Your Accessibility Compliance Efforts

Accessibility in education refers to giving all students the same access to educational experiences, services, and information regardless of whether they have a disability or not.

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Lightspeed Product Spotlight: What You May Have Missed While School Was in Session

Having spent this school year working alongside some incredible Lightspeed district leaders, I have witnessed first-hand how many initiatives, tools and tasks

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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.

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4 Reasons K-12 Districts Should Embrace GenAI Now

Over the past year or so, generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) has been a hot topic in K-12 education.

Introducing AI Notify: Enhancing Classroom Management with Real-Time AI Monitoring

AI district adoption is increasingly becoming a higher priority for IT leaders.