Tag: K–12 cybersecurity
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Your Firewall Is Set, But Is Your Staff? Why Human Error Is Still the #1 Threat
You’ve locked down the firewall, upgraded endpoint protection, and configured backups like a pro. But all it takes is one well-meaning click from a staff member to bring it all crashing down. Welcome to the uncomfortable truth of school cybersecurity in 2025: your biggest vulnerability isn’t a gap in your software — it’s the people…
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What Cyber Insurance Providers Are Looking for (and Why It Matters to Your Job Security)
Cyber insurance isn’t just an IT checkbox anymore — it’s a district survival strategy. And if you’re responsible for your district’s tech, what insurance carriers find (or don’t find) could directly affect your job security. Let’s break it down. Why Schools Are Under the Microscope Cyberattacks on K–12 schools are on the rise. From ransomware…
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Plain-Language Guide to AB 1584, FERPA & CIPA Compliance for K-12 Schools in 2025
This 2025 guide to AB 1584, FERPA, and CIPA helps K-12 schools stay compliant and protect student data. If you’ve ever stared at a 12-page vendor agreement and wondered if you’re signing your district into a compliance nightmare, you’re not alone. California tech directors and ed leaders are doing more with less, and compliance jargon…