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8 Best Cybersecurity Practices for School Districts
8 Best Cybersecurity Practices for School DistrictsTable of Contents Enable Multi-Factor Authentication Train Your Staff on Cybersecurity Awareness Secure Mobile Devices with a Trusted VPN or Personal Hotspot Encourage the Use of Longer Passwords Never Leave Devices...
9 Essential Requirements for Obtaining School Cyber Insurance
In this article, we will cover key requirements for obtaining or renewing cyber insurance. These steps will help schools enhance cybersecurity protection, meet insurance requirements, and reduce costs.
Top 5 Cybersecurity Challenges Schools Face
This blog covers five common cybersecurity challenges schools face today and offers practical solutions. Addressing these issues will help schools lower cyberattack risks and protect students, staff, and sensitive data.
7 Steps to Take After a School Hacking
What are the immediate action items you should take when you experience school hacking? Take it from the experts at K12itc–here are our best tips for what to do.
Understanding E-Rate: A Complete Guide for Schools and Libraries
What if you could equip your school with the latest technology and high-speed internet access—all while staying within budget? That’s exactly what the E-Rate program offers to schools and libraries across the United States. But while the potential is immense, navigating the complexities of the program can be a challenge.
Why Cheap Technology Hardware At Your School District Simply Won’t Cut It
When it comes to technology, cheaper is not always better. As a matter of fact, most “cheap” pieces of hardware end up costing school districts more money over time.
How Do I Know If My School District Technology Infrastructure is Right-sized?
In today’s educational landscape, technology is integral to effective teaching, learning, and administration. Ensuring your school district’s technology infrastructure is “right-sized” involves aligning resources with educational goals and operational needs. Not all school districts are the same. From size to location, administration to student demographics, every school district can look vastly different from the next.
Is the 2024-2025 school year the year to outsource your Tech Department?
As the 2024-2025 school year approaches, educational institutions face a pivotal decision: should they outsource their tech departments? With rapid technological advancements, increasing cyberthreats, and the need for robust digital infrastructure, schools are finding it more challenging to manage their IT needs in-house.
Don’t Wait For Summer: Why You Can Implement New School Technology Year-Round
Managing technology in educational institutions can often feel overwhelming for superintendents, IT directors, and school administrators. Traditionally, many schools choose to implement new technology during the summer months, believing it to be the most convenient time. However, at K12itc, we believe that the sooner new technology is implemented, the better. That’s why we assist schools with significant technology projects year-round, not just in the summer.
4 Technology Challenges Rural School Districts Face (And How K12itc Can Help)
Did you know that half of all United States school districts are in rural locations? These schools play a vital role in nurturing and educating future generations, yet they often face unique challenges in providing their students with the technology resources they need to thrive in today’s digital world. At K12itc, we understand these challenges. Headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, we’re centrally located to serve rural school districts nationwide. We’re passionate about bridging the digital divide and ensuring all students have access to the tools and resources that prepare them for success.
7 Easy Tips to Battle Cybersecurity in K-12 School Districts
Schools have a wealth of data. From personal records, health information, financials data and academic records, K-12 school districts manage a lot of information. Because of this, K-12 school districts without proper cybersecurity are at high risk for cybercrime.
Top 10 Reasons to Outsource Technology
Schools today are constantly evolving to meet the needs of a tech-savvy generation. Just as outsourcing food services, transportation, and custodial services ensures smooth operation, outsourcing K-12 technology can be a strategic move. It frees up valuable resources and empowers educators to focus on their core strength: teaching.