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April 2024 Email Changes: What Schools Need to Know About Gmail and Yahoo’s New Email Requirements
Beginning in April 2024, Gmail and Yahoo! will implement new, stricter email standards – turning what were previously considered email best practices into mandatory requirements. School leaders and IT professionals within the K-12 education sector should take note.

Federal Laws that Protect Student Data
In the digital age, the protection of student data has become a paramount concern for K-12 school leaders. As educational institutions increasingly incorporate technology into

What K-12 School Leaders Should Know About OpenAI’s Chat GPT
Recently, we wondered what K-12 school leaders should know about Open AI’s ChatGPT. So, we asked it. Here is its answer. K-12 principals and executive

LIVE WEBINAR on 2/29: NYSED Information Security Office Data Security Review
Did you know that on January 16, 2024 NYSED announced it will be conducting comprehensive reviews to assess what data security controls schools have in

NYSED Website Privacy Monitoring: 10 Easy Pitfalls to Avoid
In 2023, NYSED’s Office of Data Privacy & Security monitored the websites of 115 school districts and 5 charter schools, finding that most of these

5 New Cybersecurity Threats Impacting K-12 Schools: Are You Prepared?
In an era where education relies heavily on technology, K-12 schools find themselves at the forefront of potential cybersecurity threats. As school leaders, it’s crucial

How an Overlooked Setting on Your iPhone Can Protect Your Private Information
Apple’s Stolen Device Protection in iOS 17.3 Adds Extra Layer of Protection “How can you safeguard your hard-earned savings, years of cherished memories captured in

Register for Our K-12 Technology Summit on 1/27!
Exciting news! Registration is now open for our upcoming TechEmpowerED: K-12 Technology Summit. Join us to explore innovative solutions for Charter and Independent schools, focusing on

Comprehensive Guide to NYS Education Law 2-D: Safeguarding Student Privacy or Risking Consequences
Welcome to our comprehensive guide to NYS Education Law 2-D, a critical legislation that aims to protect student privacy in the digital age. As educational

Secure Schools, Smart Choices: Navigating Cloud Security for K-12 Education
Many K-12 schools are swiftly transitioning from traditional on-premises tools to cloud-based platforms like Google Workspace for Education and Microsoft 365 to boost efficiency and