Charter Renewal Starts Now: How to Use Your EdTech Tools to Tell a Winning Story
Charter renewal isn’t a moment, it’s a movement. Every login, every data point, every edtech tool your school touches this fall is shaping the narrative your authorizer will read a year or two from now. So the question isn’t “Are we ready for renewal?”; it’s “Are we collecting the right receipts today to prove our […]
7 Questions You Should Be Asking Your IT Provider Every Quarter (But Probably Aren’t)
If you only touch base with your IT team at contract renewal, you’re missing the mark. School technology isn’t “set it and forget it.” Between evolving EdTech platforms, shifting compliance rules, and new cyberthreats, quarterly check-ins are essential to keep classrooms running, data safe, and federal funding intact. Yet many district leaders don’t know what […]
School Tech Success Starts Here: 7 Traits of a Top‑Notch IT Company
To drive real digital transformation, K‑12 schools need an IT partner who truly “gets” the school environment. Industry‑savvy providers go beyond generic cybersecurity—they lock down student data with ironclad governance and speak FERPA fluently. Here are 7 must-haves to confirm BEFORE you sign the contract.
The Top 3 Tech Challenges Facing Private, Charter, and Independent Schools (And How to Solve Them)
As technology continues to transform education, private, charter, and independent schools face unique challenges in balancing innovation, security, and simplicity. From safeguarding student data to navigating the complexities of new tools like generative AI, administrators are tasked with addressing critical issues that impact both learning and safety. Here are three of the most pressing tech […]
Don’t Let Holiday Travel Compromise Your School’s Cybersecurity: Tips for K-12 Leadership
With the holiday season officially upon us, travel plans are in full swing – and so are cyber threats. For educators and administrators in K-12 schools, traveling for conferences, family vacations, or school events can inadvertently expose sensitive school data and systems to hackers. A single misstep, such as connecting to public WiFi or misplacing […]
Outdated Hardware: What Technology Directors Need to Know
As technology becomes central to K-12 education, schools must stay ahead of the risks posed by outdated hardware. Aging devices like Apple tablets, Android devices, and Chromebooks can leave a school’s network exposed once they no longer receive OS updates, increasing the risk of vulnerabilities and potential data breaches. Here’s what school technology directors need […]
Essential Book Recommendations for K-12 Educators and School Leaders
K-12 educators and school leaders must stay on top of innovative strategies and insights to foster a thriving learning environment. Here’s a curated list of impactful books that provide valuable guidance for enhancing educational practices and leadership skills. “AI for Educators: Learning Strategies, Teacher Efficiencies, and a Vision for an Artificial Intelligence Future” by Matt […]
Tech Armor: How to Protect Your School’s Technology Devices Like a Pro
Discover expert strategies to safeguard school technology from damage, theft, and cyber threats, ensuring a secure and seamless learning environment
LIVE WEBINAR on 6/15: Tips for IT Budgeting
As the academic year comes to a close, K-12 schools face the crucial task of planning their budgets for the upcoming year. For administrators and IT professionals, budgeting for technology can be particularly challenging due to the ever-evolving landscape of educational technology and its associated costs. In this blog post, we will explore some valuable […]
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