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From one state’s expansion of school choice to the grim count of gunfire incidents on school grounds, what did you learn from our stories the week of March 27?

By Anna Merod • March 31, 2023

North Dakota becomes first state to require K-12 cybersecurity education

Building on a state cyber-education initiative, the law requires students to take at least one course in computer science or cybersecurity.

By Anna Merod • March 29, 2023

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Ed tech experts urge caution on ChatGPT’s student data privacy

OpenAI’s ChatGPT will share its information with anyone, said one school CIO during a panel at the Consortium for School Networking conference.

By Anna Merod • March 29, 2023

How is New York setting the standard for implementing student data privacy policies?

A Future of Privacy Forum report shares how the state used its Educational Service Agency model to leverage new district regulations over student privacy.

By Anna Merod • March 22, 2023

New Mexico terminates 1:1 online tutoring contract

In a letter canceling its services with tutoring company Paper, the state’s Public Education Department said enrollment and student engagement did not meet expectations.

By Anna Merod • March 20, 2023

Ed tech sector wary following Silicon Valley Bank failure

Despite federal intervention, concerns remain as many startups are relying on temporary solutions to meet obligations and anxiety persists around access to funds.

By Roger Riddell • March 15, 2023

Top ed tech sites used by schools employ ‘extensive’ tracking tools

While ed tech sites often use cookies and trackers, a small share — 7.4% — also use session recorders, according to a new study.

By Anna Merod • March 14, 2023

CISA launches ransomware warning pilot for critical infrastructure providers

The agency already warned dozens of organizations about ProxyNotShell.

By David Jones • March 14, 2023

Ransomware gang claims responsibility for cyberattack on Minneapolis schools

Medusa, a ransomware group, leaked alleged sensitive student information on its website as it asked the district to pay $1 million to delete the stolen data.

By Anna Merod • March 13, 2023

3 urgent reasons schools should adopt solar power – beyond ‘going green’

From saving money to preparing students for success, here’s how districts can benefit from solar power.

March 13, 2023

IXL Learning acquires Teachers Pay Teachers

In 2022, TPT had a record number of teachers purchasing educator-created resources and earning money from their content, according to IXL.

By Anna Merod • March 9, 2023

5 tips for navigating ChatGPT and other AI tools in the classroom

While some districts have already blocked access to the artificial intelligence chatbot, some educators have advised against knee-jerk reactions.

By Elena Ferrarin • March 8, 2023

4 ways the National Cybersecurity Strategy could shape K-12

From increasing tech companies’ accountability to combating ransomware attacks, ed tech experts weigh the significance of the White House plan.

By Anna Merod • March 8, 2023

From finance to food, DC school aims to make CTE more attractive, accessible

At a CTE Month event, educators and students discussed how enhancing career and technical offerings can boost postsecondary success.

By Kara Arundel • March 3, 2023

Los Angeles school district confirms sensitive student data leaked

Health records and psychological assessments of about 2,000 students, including 60 current students, were exposed by last year’s ransomware attack.

By Matt Kapko • March 1, 2023

AASA 2023: How 3 districts are working to transform teaching and learning

Though education is often slow to embrace change, factors like artificial intelligence and industry demand for specific skill sets are forcing momentum.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 27, 2023

5 tips for maintaining teacher-student trust as AI classroom use grows

A youth technology expert shares best practices and considerations for using artificial intelligence in classrooms.

By Kara Arundel • Feb. 22, 2023

Staffed Up: 5 tactics districts can use to navigate cybersecurity workforce shortages

While recruiting cybersecurity professionals may be daunting, tapping into higher ed or even training teachers for entry-level roles can be workarounds.

By Anna Merod • Feb. 22, 2023

NAEP scores show data literacy dipped during pandemic

An analysis by Data Science 4 Everyone finds 8th graders’ performance dropped by 10 points between 2019 and 2022, while 4th graders fell 4 points.

By Anna Merod • Feb. 15, 2023

Ed tech venture capital expected to return to pre-pandemic levels in 2023

In a Holon IQ education market survey, 40% of respondents forecast the K-12 market in their country to improve in the next six months.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 15, 2023

Districts turn to AI to keep guns out of schools

With school shootings on the rise, some educators seek solutions in artificial intelligence as others urge caution.

By Kara Arundel , Anna Merod • Feb. 15, 2023

Tucson, Nantucket cyberattacks highlight ransomware vulnerability

Despite significant differences in size and resources, school systems’ networks can be equally susceptible to cyber incidents.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 7, 2023

Hive takedown puts ‘small dent’ in ransomware problem

Successful law enforcement actions against ransomware can only do so much. The threat is omnipresent, lucrative and largely in the shadows.

By Matt Kapko • Feb. 6, 2023

LA County to offer free mental telehealth services for all students

The county will join Hawaii in offering all of its schools virtual mental health services, free of cost to its students.

By Naaz Modan • Feb. 3, 2023

FTC approves order requiring Chegg to tighten data security

The ed tech provider experienced four security breaches since 2017, exposing sensitive data of millions of its customers and employees.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 2, 2023