Equity At Scale

This report highlights key takeaways from CoSN senior leadership’s trip to Ontario, Canada.  The Delegation visited classrooms in two very large Ontario school systems (Toronto and York Region).  The report…
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Using Data to Support Digital Equity

A Conversation Starter for School Leaders Using Data to understand the needs within your district is an important component to closing the digital divide.  This presentation is intended for CoSN…
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How to Build a Cybersecurity Program

Why does my district need a cybersecurity program School districts routinely collect, store, and access hundreds of pieces of protected personally identifiable information and educational records for students and staff.…
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K12 Cybersecurity Toolkit: Selecting a Cybersecurity Framework

What is a Cybersecurity Framework? Similar to education curriculum frameworks, a cybersecurity framework is a conceptual structure that describes tools and approaches to articulate the practices a school, district or…
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Clear Privacy Practices

Parents and guardians want assurances that personal information and data about their children are secure and protected by our school system. These questions are rising as we use the Internet,…
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Security Planning Rubric

The grid describes the status of issues that districts can examine to determine current degree of security preparedness. Log-in to Read More... (Member Exclusive)
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Ransomware

Issue Recap It’s been described as the “number one online threat targeting public and private organizations.” It’s led to critical system outages, the release of student data, the complete shutdown…
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Cyber Insurance

Do you meet the requirements for payout?   To take advantage of breach or Cyber Insurance, you must meet all of the conditions necessary for the payout by the insurer.…
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Cyber Safety: Seven Security Steps Teachers, Students & Families Can Protect Themselves

Remote learning and remote work bring an increased range of online activity into the home. Teachers, students, and their families are at increased risk for cybersecurity attacks and exploits. These…
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Cyber Safety Social Media Messaging

How to use this resource: It is recommended that you work with your district communications manager or team to coordinate working the following social media posts into the district's ongoing…
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