The Benefits of Technology in the Classroom
Every year, more and more schools are implementing technology into their classrooms to enhance learning opportunities. From interactive whiteboards to Google Classroom, there are many different tools available to help teachers engage students in the classroom and prepare them for the future. This blog will discuss some of the ways technology in the classroom benefits […]
Back To School! The 4 Cyber Security Trainings You Must Do With ALL Employees
It’s back-to-school season! Soon, our kids will return to the classroom, where they will relearn the information from the prior school year to ensure that they were able to retain that knowledge. There’s nothing wrong with needing a refresher, and this is true for both students and your employees. If your staff has not had […]
How K-12 Schools Can Quickly Eliminate Tech Problems
Now more than ever, we depend on technology to run our schools and our lives. When the “internet goes down,” most schools are at a standstill until they are back online, costing precious learning time. It’s not just the BIG problems but things like file access, password protection, being able to print and recovering files […]
9 Ways Schools Can Go Green
There’s been a renewed focus on how schools and other large organizations interact with the environment. There are many teachers, students and families who prefer to know that their school is making an effort to become more eco-friendly. While it’s great for attracting new students, putting your school on the path to a greener and […]
Compliance And Cybersecurity – Why Both Are Important
In the world of K-12 education, you’ll inevitably hear about the many ways to beef up your cybersecurity to ensure the safety of your staff and student data. However, another term is often heard when discussing cybersecurity: compliance. It’s not talked about as often, but both cybersecurity and compliance are essential for any school. Compliance […]
Why Gen Z Could Pose A Threat To Your Cybersecurity and How To Prepare
You may think that since they are the first full generation to grow up in the digital age Gen Zers are already well-prepared for any technological challenges and security issues that arise, but that isn’t always the case. Since most Gen Zers grew up with a smartphone and social media, they’re more likely to share […]
Keep Your School Compliant by Following These Technology Tips
A failure to remain compliant can spell doom. But what many Executive Directors and Operations Managers don’t realize is that compliance and security go hand in hand. Compliance is in place to prevent security breaches and give guidelines for what to do if a breach does occur. Your school won’t become compliant on its own. […]
FCC Announces 3rd Application Window in the Emergency Connectivity Fund for Eligible Schools & Libraries
Application Window Opens on April 28th and Closes on May 13th The FCC’s Emergency Connectivity Fund (ECF) is a $7.17 billion program that will help schools and libraries provide the tools and services their communities need for remote learning during the COVID-19 emergency period. For eligible schools and libraries, the ECF Program will cover reasonable […]
IKON’s Onsite IT Support Services for K-12 Schools
One of the key differentiators of IKON Business Group compared to other MSPs (Managed Services Provider) is the fact that we provide onsite support services as a part of our standard offering for K-12 schools. In contrast to our corporate clients, we recognize that the K-12 schools we support often need additional handholding. It’s often […]
3 Options For IT Support And How To Choose The One That Fits Your K-12 School
If you’re an Operations Manager or Executive Director of a K-12 school, chances are you have looked into IT support options. For those unfamiliar with the world of IT support, it can be confusing trying to figure out which option is best for your school. You might be interested in the most cost-efficient option but worry that it won’t offer enough support. Maybe you have looked at more extensive options and wondered what is truly necessary for your school’s needs.