The Lightspeed Blog

Learn about upcoming events, K-12 edtech insights, back-to-school tips, student mental health resources, software implementation and utilization, and more, from the experts at Lightspeed on the Lightspeed Systems® blog.

Top 5 Teacher Features for Back-to-School with Lightspeed Classroom Management™

Summer is now officially over, and it is game on for teachers!

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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.

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Great Debates | Social Media in Schools: Ban or Embrace?

School districts across the country are back to school with new policies in place to limit distractions and minimize the negative mental health impacts of too much technology.

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September: A Time for Compassion and Connection During Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

As the new school year settles in, many students are reconnecting with friends, getting to know their teachers, and starting to get the hang of new subjects and lessons.

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Lightspeed & the NTIA Digital Equity Competitive Grant

Lightspeed is dedicated to advancing safety, security, and equity for every student.

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3 Ways to Maximize Teacher Success with Lightspeed Digital Insight: The Future of Professional Development

Professional development is the backbone of effective teaching, providing educators with the necessary knowledge, skills, and tools to thrive.

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From Safe Search to Safer Search

For students, a simple web search is often the first step to stumbling upon all sorts of inappropriate content.

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Introducing Role-Based Access: Customizing Your EdTech Analytics

We know districts need data to make informed decisions about their edtech ecosystem, from app renewals and approvals to professional development and school site support.

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Get Prepared for the FCC’s $200 Million Cybersecurity Pilot Program Today

In June 2024, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) approved the Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program which will provide up to $200 million over a three-year period to…

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