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Closing the Visibility Gap in K–12 IT With Observability

Traditional monitoring tools can no longer provide the visibility K–12 districts need. Observability offers a broader view across hybrid environments, helping IT teams connect performance, user experience and security.

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Networking

Networking Modernization Supports the Classrooms of Tomorrow

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Classroom

STEM Centers Foster High-Tech Innovation in K–12 Districts

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Artificial Intelligence

Can Ambient AI Make Classrooms Smarter?

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Data Analytics

Data Governance Helps K–12 Leaders Safeguard School Data

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Hardware

School’s Out: Focus on Device Maintenance and Readiness for Fall

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Digital Workspace

5 Questions to Ask When Choosing EdTech Solutions

The Center for Technology has already proved to increase student interest in career tech programs, and our enrollment is up here.”

Emily Elam, CIO, Huntsville City Schools

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Five Keys to Cyber Resilience in K–12 Schools

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K–12 Students Learn Broadcasting Skills With Classroom Tech

Hardware

Review: Jabra Biz 1100 EDU Headset Delivers Where It Counts

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ISTELive 26: Cybersecurity Is Everybody’s Job – How K-12 Districts Are Building a Culture of Shared Responsibility

Management

ISTELive 26: This STEM Loaner Library Checks Out

Hardware

ISTELive 26: Accessible by Design: How K–12 Districts Are Building AI and UDL Into Every Classroom

Management

ISTE Live 26: Doing More With Less: Kirsten Baesler on Sustainable K–12 Technology

Management

ISTE Live 26: The Youngest Tech Team You’ll Ever Meet

Artificial Intelligence

ISTELive 26: What Does an AI-Ready Graduate Look Like?

Management

ISTELive26: How K–12 Districts Can Build a Safer, Smarter Digital Ecosystem

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Scott Werfal, Director of Technology Services for Appleton Area School District in Wisconsin

Security

Security Awareness Training Reduces Phishing Success

Districts are combating cyberattacks by training their staff, and they’re seeing measurable improvements.

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Security

Closing the Visibility Gap in K–12 IT With Observability

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Security

Five Keys to Cyber Resilience in K–12 Schools

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Security

Digital Hall Passes Automate Hallway Oversight

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ISTELive 26: Cybersecurity Is Everybody’s Job – How K-12 Districts Are Building a Culture of Shared Responsibility

When IT speaks in technical terms and leadership speaks in outcomes, security investments stall. Here’s how K–12 districts are closing that gap.
ISTELive 26: This STEM Loaner Library Checks Out

Before a K–12 district buys $10,000 in VR headsets, a Michigan educator suggests letting teachers borrow them first — and the data proves the approach works.
ISTELive 26: Accessible by Design: How K–12 Districts Are Building AI and UDL Into Every Classroom

Accessibility education leaders explain what it takes to move from buying accessibility tools to building systems that work for every learner from the start.
ISTE Live 26: Doing More With Less: Kirsten Baesler on Sustainable K–12 Technology

Start with a needs assessment, fund the plan and collect the evidence: a post-ESSER framework for K–12 technology leaders.
ISTE Live 26: The Youngest Tech Team You’ll Ever Meet

Student-led technology teams are changing how K–12 classrooms learn, create and solve problems together.

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Classroom

ISTELive 26: Effective Learning Requires a Balance of Ed Tech Tools and Core Skills

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ISTELive 26: Experts Urge School Leaders To Advocate for E-Rate

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Software

How K–12 Districts Can Prepare Today for Googlebooks

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Review: BenQ InstaShow WDC15 Makes Secure Wireless Collaboration Simple

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Management

Change Management in Education: A Guide to Navigating Technology Transitions

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ISTELive 26: Attendees to Explore the Future of Learning

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