How schools can fight growing ransomware attacks
IT leadership is essential in balancing access with network security and navigating cybersecurity risks, data protection, and connectivity issues.
How schools can fight growing ransomware attacks
Cyber criminals are a growing threat to schools and to students’ privacy, making data security extremely important
Only 27 percent of states plan to sustain K-12 digital access as federal programs end
SETDA's Universal Connectivity Imperative report outlines strategies to prevent millions of students from losing internet access and further falling behind
10 tips for using analytics and adaptive tech in schools
Adaptive technologies adjust to the student based on their interactions with the technology and what they need
Preparing for evolving ransomware threats in 2025
Schools must embrace an "assume breach" mindset and strengthen internal defenses so that breaches don’t become cyber disasters
6 tips to help your school unlock the most value from AI
Data strategies help ensure that AI models are optimized for all stakeholders, especially students, teachers, and administrators
Here’s what will drive K-12 innovation in 2025
The annual research highlights transformative changes in K-12 innovation
The advantages of edtech compliance for schools and vendors
As schools continue to invest in technology, they’ll also continue to focus on properly vetting vendors to safeguard student privacy
8 K-12 IT priorities for 2025
IT teams face the challenge of protecting sensitive student data and ensuring access to learning tools and resources--all while operating with limited IT budgets
How satellite connectivity can narrow the digital learning gap
With its turnkey accessibility, satellites can rapidly bridge the digital divide and enable lifelong learning and upskilling for students and workers alike
CZI Announces Expanded Work in AI Along with New Advisory Board
Today, the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative (CZI) announced the expansion of its work in artificial intelligence to help ensure education tools ... Read more
Having E-rate insight can protect school tech
With the right data, school leaders can make informed decisions that maximize their budgets
How to prepare for a school cybersecurity audit
A cybersecurity audit can help provide assurance that your school IT environment is secure
Protecting our students: The urgency of securing education data
Protecting all data is important, but safeguarding the personal information of young students is especially critical
E-rate funding supports essential learning at a critical time, survey finds
Findings unveil the program's impact on internet connectivity and digital learning in U.S. schools and libraries
Creating esports programs with managed network services
A robust digital infrastructure can offer students unique opportunities to compete, collaborate, and thrive in the realm of esports
New E-rate rules could narrow the homework gap
Lack of at-home internet access for many students perpetuates the homework gap--but a new E-rate action can change that
Exploring generative AI products: Essential recommendations for schools on privacy and accessibility
School leaders should check that AI tools protect student data and comply with accessibility standards to create an inclusive and secure educational environment
How schools can take full advantage of the FCC’s new cybersecurity program
Schools need to strengthen their cybersecurity postures, and programs like the FCC pilot can help
Creating IEPs with GenAI while ensuring data privacy
When it comes to student IEPs, it’s crucial to balance AI's innovations with strong data privacy measures
Skills gap, outdated infrastructure hinder AI use
A new survey underscores the rapid rise of AI adoption, while identifying the common use cases and challenges of this technology
Hackers don’t take a summer vacation–neither can school cybersecurity
Policymakers and school districts are needed to step up for school cybersecurity--not just during summer, but year-round
Wi-Fi radiation: Practical steps to implement safer tech in classrooms
Many public health agencies and medical organizations recommend taking prudent measures to limit student exposure to RFR
Schools must bolster network continuity as they adopt more technology
Online learning requires constant connectivity so students to access learning materials and turn in assignments
It’s time to rethink cybersecurity in education
Traditional approaches to network cybersecurity on their own are no longer enough to maintain IT security
Privacy and data protection are driving edtech adoption trends
The rapid evolution of emerging technologies, coupled with the strain on already-stretched teams, makes urgent action necessary
Why federal-education partnerships are critical for cybersecurity
Given the constantly changing threat landscape, schools must act with urgency and have robust cybersecurity plans in place now
Demystifying mobile and broadband speeds
Understanding mobile and broadband speeds is essential to ensure students have the necessary internet access for learning
IoT infrastructure: Smarter students, significant savings
Merging AI with advanced networking technology allows school districts to enhance teaching, personalize learning, and streamline operations
The surprising/unsurprising things education IT leaders have to say
Many education IT leaders want more time to learn and implement the technologies they were already using or trying to use
Tech investments determine school success
The diversity of printing devices within a district inevitably leads to challenges for IT departments and budgetary concerns for school systems
Interoperability is finally getting the spotlight it deserves
For a secure and modern data infrastructure, the foundational pieces of the data ecosystem must be in place: interoperability, privacy, and cybersecurity
FCC adopts $200M cybersecurity pilot program
The cybersecurity pilot program will explore how Universal Service Fund support can help schools and libraries bolster their network defenses against cyberattacks
Leveraging connectivity to tackle K-12’s biggest challenges
Reliable connectivity is essential for learning--discover how to ensure your district is ready to support digital learning
Top priorities for student image privacy
The nation’s inaction on image privacy in school districts puts students in danger
Demystifying network speed: Measuring true Wi-Fi and wired network needs
School Wi-Fi networks can tell you what they need based on specific metrics and data
CoSN IT Leader Spotlight: Kley Todd
Recipients of CoSN's Impact 30 Awards, selected for the differences they're making in the nation's schools, offer insights on edtech and IT innovations
CoSN IT Leader Spotlight: Mike Daugherty
Recipients of CoSN's Impact 30 Awards, selected for the differences they're making in the nation's schools, offer insights on edtech and IT innovations
Crunch the numbers—The latest and greatest data on edtech
Schools Feeling Understaffed; Gen Z Workforce Preparedness Concerns; Illuminating Teen Mental Health Crisis
Beyond the visible: Recognizing and accommodating invisible disabilities
More conversations are needed around access and protections for those with non-apparent disabilities that aren’t always addressed
Cybersecurity is top priority for K-12 edtech leaders
