Privacy and security in K-12 have never been more critical. As technology matures and advances, the use of education technology and artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more widespread, the risks of attacks, human error, and other privacy and security concerns will only continue to grow. All roles i

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Technology director Sean told the board the district was affected by the Canvas breach but shared minimal sensitive data; he warned AI will require constant management, flagged Chromebook end-of-life in 2028 (~3,500 devices) and said the district will begin planning funding options, including a possible tech levy.

Join us for an insightful webinar about how educators, district leaders, and advocates can support and protect all of their students. Recent notices from the U.S. Departments of Education and Health and Human Services regarding immigrants’ eligibility for federally funded programs have caused confusion and concern among practitioners, providers, and immigrant communities. Our panel of experts from EducationCounsel, The Century Foundation, the Public Interest Privacy Center, and a leading school district navigating data protection and security will help K-12 teachers, district leaders, and advocates make sense of these developments. This webinar will equip you with a clear understanding of: Plyler v. Doe case: You will learn about the legal foundation that protects access to public education and certain federally funded programs for undocumented students. Eligibility Changes: You will gain insight into how the recent federal notices could shift eligibility for specific programs administered through the Departments of Education and Health and Human Services. What information is required/not required: You will understand which information districts and program providers are obligated to collect, along with best practices for privacy protection and data minimization. Student Information Storing and Processing: You will learn practical strategies for protecting student data and ensuring secure information management. Who should attend? School district, local education, and state education leaders; District information or technology officers; K-12 educators; Out-of-school time service providers; and Community advocates Anyone seeking clarity on the recent notices from the Departments of Education and Health and Human Services. About Project Unicorn Project Unicorn is an effort to improve data interoperability within K-12 education by uniting school systems, vendors, and advocates to advance secure, effective use of education data.

Join us for an insightful webinar about how educators, district leaders, and advocates can support and protect all of their students. Recent notices from the U.S. Departments of Education and Health and Human Services regarding immigrants’ eligibility for federally funded programs have caused confusion and concern among practitioners, providers, and immigrant communities. Our panel of experts from EducationCounsel, The Century Foundation, the Public Interest Privacy Center, and a leading school district navigating data protection and security will help K-12 teachers, district leaders, and advocates make sense of these developments. This webinar will equip you with a clear understanding of: Plyler v. Doe case: You will learn about the legal foundation that protects access to public education and certain federally funded programs for undocumented students. Eligibility Changes: You will gain insight into how the recent federal notices could shift eligibility for specific programs administered through the Departments of Education and Health and Human Services. What information is required/not required: You will understand which information districts and program providers are obligated to collect, along with best practices for privacy protection and data minimization. Student Information Storing and Processing: You will learn practical strategies for protecting student data and ensuring secure information management. Who should attend? School district, local education, and state education leaders; District information or technology officers; K-12 educators; Out-of-school time service providers; and Community advocates Anyone seeking clarity on the recent notices from the Departments of Education and Health and Human Services. About Project Unicorn Project Unicorn is an effort to improve data interoperability within K-12 education by uniting school systems, vendors, and advocates to advance secure, effective use of education data.

Join us for an insightful webinar about how educators, district leaders, and advocates can support and protect all of their students. Recent notices from the U.S. Departments of Education and Health and Human Services regarding immigrants’ eligibility for federally funded programs have caused confusion and concern among practitioners, providers, and immigrant communities. Our panel of experts from EducationCounsel, The Century Foundation, the Public Interest Privacy Center, and a leading school district navigating data protection and security will help K-12 teachers, district leaders, and advocates make sense of these developments. This webinar will equip you with a clear understanding of: Plyler v. Doe case: You will learn about the legal foundation that protects access to public education and certain federally funded programs for undocumented students. Eligibility Changes: You will gain insight into how the recent federal notices could shift eligibility for specific programs administered through the Departments of Education and Health and Human Services. What information is required/not required: You will understand which information districts and program providers are obligated to collect, along with best practices for privacy protection and data minimization. Student Information Storing and Processing: You will learn practical strategies for protecting student data and ensuring secure information management. Who should attend? School district, local education, and state education leaders; District information or technology officers; K-12 educators; Out-of-school time service providers; and Community advocates Anyone seeking clarity on the recent notices from the Departments of Education and Health and Human Services. About Project Unicorn Project Unicorn is an effort to improve data interoperability within K-12 education by uniting school systems, vendors, and advocates to advance secure, effective use of education data.

Explore the importance of encryption, access controls, policy updates, education, and data retention policies for a secure learning experience for students

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Curriculum Associates addressed Bassett Unified's board about a December 2025 lawsuit alleging student‑data privacy issues with i‑Ready. The company's representative said the claims are legally meritless, outlined the kinds of data the district shares, and offered support to districts if litigation affects service.

Stakeholders emphasize ethical AI integration and safeguarding student data during board meeting.