Keep Accurate and Organized Records Using an E-Rate Binder
When applying for E-rate funding, it is important to keep accurate and organized records of all your E-rate-related activities. One of the best ways to do this is to create an E-rate binder that contains all the necessary documentation for compliance with the program’s rules and regulations. Here are some items that you should consider […]
What to Do After Filing Form 470 for E-rate Funding: A Comprehensive Guide
Applying for E-rate funding is a crucial step for schools and libraries that need financial assistance to support their technology and telecommunications needs. However, many people are not fully aware of what to do after submitting their Form 470. In this article, we will provide a comprehensive guide on the steps to take when applying […]
LIVE WEBINAR ON 2/28: How AI Platforms are Impacting K-12 Education
Artificial Intelligence in schools is quickly becoming an integral part of K-12 education. From virtual tutors to automated grading systems, AI platforms are transforming the way students learn and teachers teach in K-12 schools. As AI technology advances, more and more schools are beginning to explore the potential of using AI to improve student learning experiences, […]
Last-Minute E-Rate Tips: Form 470 Filing Guide for 2023
Are you an E-rate eligible school or library preparing to file your Form 470 for FY 2023? Don’t wait until the last minute! To help you out, here are some last-minute tips to ensure that your Form 470 is submitted correctly and on time. Learn how to navigate the E-rate filing process and maximize your […]
LIVE WEBINAR ON 12/13: How to Leverage E-Rate Funding to Boost Your School’s Cybersecurity
Cyber attacks against K-12 schools are on the rise. Do you know how to leverage E-Rate funds to keep your students and staff protected? Without proper cybersecurity measures in place, school networks are vulnerable to attacks and can be shut down. These network breaches can compromise student data and lead to the loss of learning […]
Does My School Need an “Incident Response” Plan?
An incident response plan is an organized approach to addressing the aftermath of a security breach or cyber-attack. Certain industries, like educational, medical, and financial institutions absolutely should have one. But even if you don’t have a lot of sensitive information, it’s best to have SOME idea of what you would do if a cyber-attack […]
The K-12 Cyber Incident Map
Every year, Ed Tech Strategies, a Virginia-based research and counsel consultancy, published a K–12 Cyber Incident Map– an interactive visualization of cybersecurity-related incidents affecting K–12 public schools and districts in the United States. Since January 1, 2016, U.S. K-12 public schools and districts were reported to have experienced at least 1,331 cyber security-related incidents resulting in the disclosure […]
Trick or Treat: 5 Cybersecurity Tips Just in Time for Halloween
With Halloween just a week away, now is the perfect time to review ways to keep the monsters away from your network! It’s important to stay on top of your school’s cybersecurity protocols throughout the year, or else you could find yourself being haunted by cyber thieves. Here are some of our favorite K-12 cybersecurity […]
4 Employee Personality Traits that Could Threaten Your Cybersecurity!
To celebrate Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we’ve compiled a list of four employee cyber personalities to help you identify potential areas of improvement for your company’s cybersecurity strategies. Cybersecurity is a serious topic, but we can still have fun while learning about it. Cybersecurity threats come in many forms, and there are no easy fixes to […]
The Metaverse in Schools: How K-12 Schools are Using Virtual Reality for Education
The Metaverse may not be something you hear about every day, but virtual reality has already been quietly creeping into schools all over the world. The Metaverse, which was also referred to as the Holodeck in popular sci-fi series Star Trek, acts as a fully immersive environment where people can meet, share ideas, and even […]