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Lightning Chats Episode 2: Zero Trust

Lightspeed Systems

Unpacking Cybersecurity in K-12 Education with John Genter In our second episode of Lightning Chats, Matthew Burg (Principal Product Manager, Lightspeed Filter) sits down with John Genter (Chief Information Security Officer, Lightspeed Systems) to delve into the critical topic of cybersecurity in K-12 education. As schools increasingly rely on digital tools and online resources, understanding the unique challenges they face in cybersecurity is more important than ever.

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Report reveals 30% increase in referrals for neurodevelopmental conditions in one year

Twinkl International Publishing

The Childrens Commissioner has released the latest report on childrens mental health services.

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Tech Tips to End the School Year

Ask a Tech Teacher

Wrapping up your school technology for the summer is as complicated as setting it up in September. There are endless backups, shares, cleanings, changed settings, and vacation messages that if not done right can mean big problems when you return from summer vacation. If you have a school device, a lot of the shutdown steps will be done by the IT folks as they backup, clean, reformat, and maybe re-image your device.

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What Do Managed Security Services Look Like in K–12 Education?

EdTech Magazine

There are a lot of reasons K12 schools are vulnerable to cyberattacks. Teachers are busy and dont always have the most up-to-date security training. IT leaders with security expertise often take private sector jobs for more money than schools can afford to pay. And today, using artificial intelligence, cybercriminals are formulating attacks that are more sophisticated and harder to detect than ever.

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Meeting the Evolving Financial Needs of K-12 Private Schools

Private and independent schools rely on tuition to provide excellent learning experiences for all students, so it’s important to have a tuition and billing management solution that fits the unique needs of your school and families. Learn how the right technology provides the following benefits: Automated invoicing and PCI-compliant payment processing Integrations into financial aid solutions and student information systems Reporting and analytics to provide up-to-date financial insights Read thi

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Trimming the Edtech Fat: How Districts Are Streamlining Their Digital Ecosystems

Edsurge

During the pandemic, school districts amassed an enormous amount of digital tools sometimes out of necessity, sometimes out of urgency. But with pandemic relief funding winding down and pressure mounting to demonstrate educational impact, many districts are now facing a new challenge: cleaning house. According to LearnPlatform , U.S. school districts used an average of 2,739 edtech tools during the 202324 school year.

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Flint

Adam Watson Edtech Elixirs

Flint enters a crowded market of AI tools pitched toward teachers and students. However, it offers some compelling features and detailed transparency of how it stands out. In particular, Flint is one of a handful of AI tools that is GDPR and COPPA-compliant, and FERPA-aligned. That means that Flint can potentially be used by students under 13. While Flint can definitely make teaching easier, it clearly believes not only in the importance of students using AI, but doing so in a non-passive, criti

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3 Tips to Create Your Own Library Learning Commons

techlearning

INNOVATIVE LEADER AWARD - Dr. Holly Frilot shares how she has transformed learning spaces and created a library learning commons certification.

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7 Graphic Organizers to Scaffold Student Learning

MiddleWeb

In her latest look into the power of scaffolding to boost students learning, education consultant and author Barbara R. Blackburn centers on a traditional, but very effective, strategy: offering students graphic organizers, including how each one can support learning. The post 7 Graphic Organizers to Scaffold Student Learning first appeared on MiddleWeb.

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10 Of The Best TEDTalks On Improving Education

TeachThought - Learn better.

In this talk, she underscores the need for scalable, stigma-free digital platforms that can teach, support, and connect young people dealing with mental health challenges.

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The Case for Game Design as an Innovative STEAM Teaching Tool

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Searching for innovative ways to deliver integrated STEAM education that also help students attain industry-ready skills? Then this punchy 30-minute thought leadership webinar is for you. Join fellow education leaders as we share: National data on STEAM performance and student engagement that indicates post-pandemic learners are craving inspired intervention 10 research-backed reasons why game design is the leading method for practically teaching integrated STEAM education An inside look at live

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Ohio District Awarded CoSN Trusted Learning Environment Mini Seal for Student Data Privacy Practices

eSchool News

Washington, D.C. CoSN today awarded Delaware Area Career Center in Delaware, Ohio, the Trusted Learning Environment (TLE) Mini Seal in the Business Practice. The CoSN TLE Seal is a national distinction awarded to school districts implementing rigorous privacy policies and practices to help protect student information. Delaware Area Career Center is the sixth school district in Ohio to earn a TLE Seal or TLE Mini Seal.

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Indiana Department of Education Approves Discovery Education’s Science Techbook for Use in Classrooms Statewide

ET Magazine

Discovery Education announced that the Science Techbook for Indiana for grades 6-8 has been added to the states High Quality Curriculum Materials Advisory List by the Indiana Department of Education and is available for use in classrooms statewide. This dynamic core instructional curriculum was created expressly for Indiana educators and students and is aligned to the Indiana Academic Standards.

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10 AI Tools Teachers Should Explore This Summer

Shake Up Learning

The post 10 AI Tools Teachers Should Explore This Summer appeared first on Shake Up Learning. Summer is finally here! And while you absolutely deserve time to rest and recharge, it’s also the perfect season to explore a few new tools that can make your teaching life easierespecially when it comes to saving time and boosting engagement. In Episode 228 of The Shake Up Learning Show, Im diving into 10 Continue Reading The post 10 AI Tools Teachers Should Explore This Summer appeared first on

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Students, educators feel positive about AI’s impact, but fear its misuse

eSchool News

Key points: More than half of students worry about AI use in education Data shows growing GenAI adoption in K-12 With AI coaching, a math platform helps students tackle tough concepts For more news on AI in education, visit eSN’s Digital Learning hub A new survey highlights a demand for clear guidelines around ethical and responsible AI use, as well as a disconnect in how AI use is perceived–balancing positivity about its impact with concern regarding the potential for over-reliance,

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Enhancing Higher Education with Generative AI: A Responsible Guide

Generative AI holds tremendous promise for all stakeholders in higher education. But guardrails are needed. Strong governance that empower instructors are at the core of a responsible approach to using generative AI in academia.

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Choosing the Tools & Habits to Create Content, Manage Your Learning, and Influence Others

The CoolCatTeacher

From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Subscribe to the 10 Minute Teacher Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts. Hello friends, So, you might decide you want to share online. You might think you want to speak at conferences and such. But how do you manage it all and still teach in the classroom? I mean, our jobs are already TOO BUSY, so isn't doing more just asking for trouble?

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Empowering Learners Through Self-Evaluation

Twinkl International Publishing

A blog post sharing the importance of the learner's voice in the self-evaluation process.

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75 Questions Students Can Ask Themselves Before, During, And After Teaching

TeachThought - Learn better.

We're sharing 75 questions students can ask themselves that can guide their thinking and awareness before, during, and after your teaching.

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Losing faith: Rural, religious campuses are among the most endangered

The Hechinger Report

DAVENPORT, Iowa The Catholic prayer for the faithful echoed off the limestone walls and marble floor of the high-ceilinged chapel. It implored God to comfort the poor and the hungry. The sick and the suffering. The anxious and the afraid. Then it took an unexpected turn. Lord, hear our prayer for St. Ambrose and Mount Mercy University, the young voice said, that the grace of the Holy Spirit may help us to follow Gods plan for our new partnership.

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Enhancing School Device Management for Improved Learning

Schools face increasing challenges as technology becomes integral to education. Efficient device management is essential for maximizing technology use and safeguarding investments. Our article discusses the importance of tracking devices, outlines current challenges, and suggests modern solutions that go beyond traditional methods like Excel. Learn how advanced tracking systems can streamline operations, improve maintenance, and offer real-time updates for better resource allocation.

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The Power of Storytelling: How Associations Can Use Member Stories to Build Community

Josie Ahlquist

As someone who’s been both a member and leadership volunteer in higher ed associations since graduate school — and who now supports professional associations through consulting and coaching — I’ve seen firsthand the power of member stories to build connection and community.When people scroll through social media, they’re not looking for sales pitches from brand accounts.

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Lightspeed Classroom: Hall Monitor

Lightspeed Systems

Introducing Hall Monitor, a built-in digital hall pass system now available at no additional cost in Lightspeed classroom. Now students can request digital passes right from their devices without interrupting the lesson, and teachers can easily create passes from the dropdown menu, all while keeping the class focused and engaged. The post Lightspeed Classroom: Hall Monitor appeared first on Lightspeed Systems.

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How Tutors Can Support Students to Secondary School

Twinkl International Publishing

Recent reports have revealed that one in four pupils in England feel disengaged after transitioning to secondary school (The Guardian), experiencing sharp declines in enjoyment, trust, and a sense of safety. So, as a tutor, how can you ease this transition?

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The Elements Of A Digital Classroom

TeachThought - Learn better.

In a digital classroom, teachers can become worried that no real learning is happening or that theyve somehow failed to plan sufficiently.

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Quickly Create Personalized Learning Experiences that Work

How can we actively engage learners 24/7, on their level and according to their interests, while respecting their learning styles? It’s not impossible. In this guide: Explore how to transform traditional, one-way videos into two-way interactive learning experiences Understand different types of artificial intelligence (AI), including - Generative vs.

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More mental health support in schools this year – What do parents need to know?

Twinkl International Publishing

900,000 pupils across the country to get more access to mental health support.

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More 3-5 year-olds are using social media and consuming online content

Twinkl International Publishing

Ofcom report reveals increase in young peoples consumption of online media and parent concerns about online safety.

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Growth Mindset for Kids

Twinkl International Publishing

In a world that is forever changing and not devoid of challenges, a growth mindset is an act of rebellion, the most powerful legacy we can pass on to the next generation. Let's teach our kids how they can develop one of their own.

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26 Fun Primary School Maths Games

Twinkl International Publishing

Looking for fun and engaging primary school maths games that'll help the wee ones wrap their head around the various maths topics? We're here to help! Featuring numbers and simple counting challenges, plus time, measures, shapes and more complicated problems, the following games will support children both inside and outside the classroom. Let's make maths exciting together!

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Can Brain Science Actually Help Make Your Training & Teaching Stick?

Speaker: Andrew Cohen, Founder & CEO of Brainscape

The instructor’s PPT slides are brilliant. You’ve splurged on the expensive interactive courseware. Student engagement is stellar. So… why are half of your students still forgetting everything they learned in just a matter of weeks? It's likely a matter of cognitive science! With so much material to "teach" these days, we often forget to incorporate key proven principles into our curricula — namely active recall, metacognition, spaced repetition, and interleaving practice.

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Trainee Teacher Newsletter 25/5/25

Twinkl International Publishing

Our weekly trainee teachers newsletter to help you go into the classroom feeling confident!

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Teaching The Seven Wonders of the World To Your Children

Twinkl International Publishing

Broaden your children's horizons and open their eyes to the Seven Wonders of the World! This post tells you all about these historic landmarks and how to teach your kids about them.

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Early Career Teacher Newsletter 25/5/25

Twinkl International Publishing

Our weekly ECT newsletter to help you go into the classroom feeling confident!