THE Journal

Download this guide to learn about a typical SOC and how your organization can navigate cybersecurity concerns with the help of the Center for Internet Security® (CIS®) Security Operations Center! Read More

Staffing constraints, cybersecurity threats, and tool proliferation are making IT increasingly difficult for schools and districts to manage and secure. Technology can help ease those challenges and streamline operations for K-12. Download this Whitepaper today! Read More

Discover how to centralize printer and driver management with a cloud-based solution to reduce costs and streamline printing for faculty and students across campuses. Download today! Read More

Discover how Lamar CISD eliminated print servers across 45 locations and centralized print management for 37,000 devices—in just two days! Read More

Download this whitepaper today to uncover how you can use resources from the Center for Internet Security® (CIS®) to create such an approach! Read More

Information sprawl threatens to slow innovation in education, but better tools and approaches to IT documentation enable IT to focus on news ways to optimize operations and better support the core goals of educational institutions. Download now to learn more! Read More

School District of Pickens County uses PRTG to keep students and teachers productive. Download this case study today to learn more! Read More

The Schools of McKeel Academy uses the installation of the fiber circuits to help provide tuition-free education to children in grades pre-K through 12, employing a technology-focused curriculum. Download today to learn more! Read More

Esports has become a tool for building collaboration. Download this whitepaper to learn how a North Carolina school was able to encourage participation and better compete with other schools with the installation of Spectrum Enterprise fiber solutions. Read More

Ultra-High Speed Data powers trilingual education for over 23,000 students. Download to learn more! Read More

ISTE Certification ensures educators prioritize pedagogy, while effectively integrating technology throughout the curriculum. Download this report today to discover three ways ISTE Certification prepares educators to transform learning. Read More

Legacy analog phone lines, also known as Plain Old Telephone Service (POTS), are becoming more expensive to maintain, leading many schools to seek alternatives. These POTS lines are used in life safety systems such as fire alarms, building entry systems and fax machines. However, carriers are phasing out these lines, charging more and providing less support. Read More

Recently, the use of video streaming, virtual learning and online instruction has increased greatly, as digital learning became more widely adopted in the classroom. This has caused many school districts to adapt at a faster pace than some are prepared for. Read More

The Academy of Hope had been struggling with its technology infrastructure, particularly its wireless connectivity, for several years due to budget constraints and a lack of highly skilled IT resources. The school obtained federal E-Rate funding for an upgrade and found a partner to provide a much needed modern WiFi solution. Read More

Rising cyberattacks, new federal requirements, and an evolving education landscape have pushed cybersecurity to the forefront for just about every district IT leader. Read More

Ready for the ultimate Windows vs Chrome showdown? Tailored specifically to professionals in K-12 education, this snappy side-by-side of Windows OS and Chrome OS gives you the tools you need to choose the “perfect fit” device for teachers and admin at your school. Read More

Did you know about Google Workspace for Education’s four different licenses, all bursting with tools and features to elevate teaching and learning? Now the question is, “which one best suits teachers, admins, and students at my school?” Read More

In the remote-work and remote-learning era, a thoughtful approach to technology use in general, and network infrastructure in particular, can help schools deliver outstanding results. Download this informative Tech Tactics program to learn the five Do's and the five Don'ts to ensure your school or district has the right network infrastructure in place to provide positive interactions for individuals learning and working on and off campus. Read More

The cyber threat landscape confronting schools has grown in complexity since the pandemic. Today, K-12 schools find themselves a primary target of cyber threat actors. The issue is that 81% of K-12 organizations report struggling with a lack of sufficient funds, which means they can't always afford resources to protect their systems and data. Read More

Knowing how to take your Career and Technical Education (CTE) offerings to the next level can be daunting. We’ve developed a comprehensive guide to help school and district leaders like you enhance your CTE offerings to grow and adapt over time. Read More

Legacy analog phone lines, also known as Plain Old Telephone Service (POTS), are becoming more expensive to maintain, leading many schools to seek alternatives. These POTS lines are used in life safety systems such as fire alarms, building entry systems and fax machines. However, carriers are phasing out these lines, charging more and providing less support. Read More

The role of technology as an agent for creating more leveled playing fields for student learning is not new – but it has not been fully articulated before now. As a result of using technology as a platform for remote learning, both teachers and administrators now place a higher valuation on the role of technology to support students’ future success. Read More

The pandemic and resulting seismic shifts in school models opened the eyes of many to see technology use through a new lens. Now, armed with these experiential sightlines, many K-12 teachers, principals, administrators, and staff are investigating how to more effectively use technology resources to drive greater efficiency and effectiveness, including in teaching and learning. Read More

In a ransomware attack, malicious actors lock up data and systems, holding them hostage in an effort to extort a fee from the victim. The rising frequency of this type of attack has profound implications for K–12, beyond just the potential financial loss. Read More

It’s no secret that educational technology has become integral to teaching and learning—both in and out of the K-12 classroom—and administrators, educators, and students alike continue to access and rely on a wide range of edtech tools that enhance the learning process. Read More

Building an effective edtech ecosystem starts with understanding what’s being used. The Inventory Dashboard from LearnPlatform by Instructure enables local education agencies to discover the holistic scope of tools their students and teachers access. Read More

On August 7, Amazon Web Services joined the White House, Department of Homeland Security, Department of Education, and other leaders in government, industry, and the education community to improve the cybersecurity resilience of K–12 education communities. As part of the White House Back to School Safely Cybersecurity Summit, AWS committed $20 million for a K12 Cyber Grant Program to help schools implement cloud-based cybersecurity solutions. Read More

The rapid rise of large language models and generative AI has fueled uncertainty about how artificial intelligence and machine learning will impact education. Rather than see AI/ML as a threat, K-12 leaders and educators should focus on how the fast-changing technology can improve educational experiences. Read More

The Academy of Hope had been struggling with its technology infrastructure, particularly its wireless connectivity, for several years due to budget constraints and a lack of highly skilled IT resources. The school obtained federal E-Rate funding for an upgrade and found a partner to provide a much needed modern WiFi solution. Read More

Contending with the student mental health crisis is a collaborative effort in today’s school districts. Everyone plays an important part, but it can also be difficult to get all of the well-intentioned pieces moving in the same direction. Read More

Ready for the ultimate Windows vs Chrome showdown? Tailored specifically to use cases in K-12 education, this snappy side-by-side of Windows OS and Chrome OS gives you the tools you need to choose the “perfect fit” device for teachers and admin at your school. Read More

Did you know that Google Workspace for Education offers four different licenses, all bursting with tools and features to elevate teaching and learning? Now the question is, “which one best suits teachers, admins, and students at my school?” Read More

Hays Consolidated Independent School District’s safety, IT, and classroom leaders joined Lightspeed for the next webinar in the Powered by Lightspeed Series. Read More

School districts across the nation are facing an uphill battle when it comes to providing adequate mental health and safety support to their students. The Great Resignation has left school safety teams short-staffed and overwhelmed—a dangerous combination as school violence is on the rise and student mental health is on the decline. Read More

Coming out of the pandemic, Hoover City School District’s Chief Technology Officer knew that they needed a new technology solution to identify students in crisis via their online behavior. They required a technology provider that would be a true partner and provide a team to work alongside district and school leaders to identify students in need of help. Read More

In addition to increased student engagement and learning opportunities, Fayette County Public Schools sought to foster student responsibility and independence and bridge summer learning gaps through supplemental educational programs. However, Fayette County knew that ensuring student data privacy on the school-issued devices was going to be a challenge. Read More

Online learning doesn’t have to be an all-or-nothing approach. Explore blended learning with FlexPoint Education Cloud™. Read More

Recently, the use of video streaming, virtual learning and online instruction has increased greatly, as digital learning became more widely adopted in the classroom. This has caused many school districts to adapt at a faster pace than some are prepared for. Read More

Cyber incidents result in school closures, student and educator data breaches, and the theft of millions of dollars, but the current lack of public reporting requirements nationwide actually results in frequent underestimates of the challenges facing school districts. Many systems lack the personnel and expertise to defend against ever-evolving cybersecurity threats. Read More

As schools began the 2020 – 2021 school year, many students and teachers had to learn how to learn and teach remotely. Through that process they learned that one of the most important aspects of this remote learning scenario is connectivity. Read More

Web-based attacks are as various as they are dangerous. Whether it's a Business Email Compromise, a Lure/Task Scam or a Payroll Redirection Attack, the first step in avoiding a cyber-attack is always being aware of what is out there. Read More

When the COVID-19 crisis hit, K-12 school districts experienced the limitations of legacy systems. Now, with government funding available, opportunities have been created for K-12 schools to modernize and bring resilience to their expense and invoicing systems. Read More

Richland School District upgrades technology, increases efficiency, and reduces costs with VDI. Read More

Schools must continuously provide a flexible desktop environment for their students, teachers, and administrators. Download this white paper to learn more about desktop virtualization solutions that are uniquely positioned to deliver rapid deployment of desktops and offer superior control and security of centralized desktops—all while reducing overall desktop total cost of ownership. (TCO). Read More

Indianapolis Public School District installs virtual desktops to increase student access to new learning materials. Read More

Oak Hills Local School District supports academic success by providing students with more access to the classroom. Read More

Cisco VXI delivers an end-to-end virtual workspace solution that provides the security, scalability, and flexibility of desktop virtualization together with voice and video capabilities for an uncompromised and productive user experience. Read More

School District uses web-based tools to help teachers share information and enhance instruction. Read More

With each one of your students bringing their unique perspectives to the classroom, how can you take advantage of technology to help them learn more effectively, develop specialized skills, and provide the foundation for their success in the 21st century global economy? Read More

Learn how Fontana Unified School District increases student, faculty, and staff collaboration utilizing Cisco TelePresence solution. Read More

Unified Workspace is a strategy for delivering Cisco Smart Solutions within your educational environment, helping you empower learners, improve agility, and operate more efficiently. Read More

Learn how Katy ISD transforms education with mobile learning. Read More

Learn how Farmington Public Schools installed network solutions resulting in increased mobility for students and staff. Read More

Learn how Mooresville’s “Digital Conversion” puts kids first. Read More

Download this white paper to learn how the Cisco BYOD Solution for Education helps to get mobile devices connected both simply and securely. Read More

Download this whitepaper today to uncover how you can use resources from the Center for Internet Security® (CIS®) to create such an approach! Read More

Indianapolis Public School District installs virtual desktops to increase student access to new learning materials. Read More

As schools began the 2020 – 2021 school year, many students and teachers had to learn how to learn and teach remotely. Through that process they learned that one of the most important aspects of this remote learning scenario is connectivity. Read More

Web-based attacks are as various as they are dangerous. Whether it's a Business Email Compromise, a Lure/Task Scam or a Payroll Redirection Attack, the first step in avoiding a cyber-attack is always being aware of what is out there. Read More

The Academy of Hope had been struggling with its technology infrastructure, particularly its wireless connectivity, for several years due to budget constraints and a lack of highly skilled IT resources. The school obtained federal E-Rate funding for an upgrade and found a partner to provide a much needed modern WiFi solution. Read More

Download this guide to learn about a typical SOC and how your organization can navigate cybersecurity concerns with the help of the Center for Internet Security® (CIS®) Security Operations Center! Read More

ISTE Certification ensures educators prioritize pedagogy, while effectively integrating technology throughout the curriculum. Download this report today to discover three ways ISTE Certification prepares educators to transform learning. Read More

Knowing how to take your Career and Technical Education (CTE) offerings to the next level can be daunting. We’ve developed a comprehensive guide to help school and district leaders like you enhance your CTE offerings to grow and adapt over time. Read More

Discover how to centralize printer and driver management with a cloud-based solution to reduce costs and streamline printing for faculty and students across campuses. Download today! Read More

On August 7, Amazon Web Services joined the White House, Department of Homeland Security, Department of Education, and other leaders in government, industry, and the education community to improve the cybersecurity resilience of K–12 education communities. As part of the White House Back to School Safely Cybersecurity Summit, AWS committed $20 million for a K12 Cyber Grant Program to help schools implement cloud-based cybersecurity solutions. Read More