In the latest episode of the K12 Tech Talk Podcast, hosts Josh, Chris, and Mark discuss the new CISA reporting requirements, the details of the E-Rate cybersecurity pilot, and the rumored PowerSchool buyout by Bain Capital. They also address listener questions about Manifest V3 and summer school preparation. CISA reporting requirements (CIRCIA) Consortium for School Networking PowerSchool buyout by Bain Capital Manifest V3 information NTP - dwren@ntp-inc.com K12TechPro - Join the Community! iDoc - Email dave@idocrepair.com for a quote VIZOR ClassLink Extreme Networks - dmayer@extremenetworks.com Oh, and... Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com Tweet us err X us @k12techtalkpod Visit our LinkedIn page HERE

This is a re-release episode! We sit down with Scott Elder, the Superintendent of Albuquerque Public Schools. We talk about the ransomware attack they experienced in January 2021.  This discussion is from the perspective of the Superintendent during the attack.  Scott is wildly candid and honest about the experience. iDoc ManagedMethods Extreme Networks Fortinet Oh, and... Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com Tweet us err X us @k12techtalkpod Visit our LinkedIn page HERE

In the latest episode of the K12 Tech Talk Podcast, hosts Josh and Mark delve into the latest tech news, including the malicious hacker behind the Kaseya ransomware attack being jailed and the introduction of the Protecting Kids on Social Media Act and the Eyes on the Board Act. They also address listener emails about the proper disposal of old computer hard drives and the use of Google Takeout. The main topic explores the use (or misuse) of AI over the last year of school, discussing both positive changes as well as negative. Malicious hacker behind Kaseya ransomware attack jailed NTP   VIZOR is still running their spring promotion offering techs that attend a VIZOR demo a free K-12 Tech Talk hoodie. https://www.vizor.cloud/k12techpro   ClassLink... Check out classlink.com.   Extreme Networks - email dmayer@extremenetworks.com   Fortinet - email fortinetpodcast@fortinet.com   Oh, and... Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com Tweet us err X us @k12techtalkpod Visit our LinkedIn page HERE

Guests from A4L discuss data privacy & interoperability at the PESC-A4L Summit. Topics include aligning legal obligations for secure data sharing, Snap Mobile's digital fundraising approach, protecting student data in educational settings, & collaborative standards efforts in education tech. Also, milestones celebration & sponsor acknowledgements, roles of standards bodies like PESC & A4L, Cedar Labs' data integration projects, and Maine's workforce connectivity through data management.

Topics include concerns about Tutor.com investment and AI plagiarism, COPS SVPP grant for school security, AI usage in student papers, firewall ratings, TikTok controversy, and enhancing wireless coverage at a softball field.

Debates on school cyber-attack liability post Clark County breach. Importance of robust cybersecurity measures in schools and end-of-year tech management. Students using proxy sites to bypass filters discussed. Manage Methods for educational security highlighted.

Guests like Josh Olstad and Shahryar Khazei discuss AI readiness and data security in schools. Topics include AI maturity matrix, Secure by Design, law enforcement collaborations, and AI implementation challenges in education. Insights on networking, career transitions, and environmental sustainability in educational technology are also shared.

Listen to Susan Enfield, Richard Culatta, Don Ringelestein, Megan Gretzinger, and Will Brackett share insights from the CoSN Conference. Topics include leadership journey from teacher to district leadership, challenges for women in tech, navigating stereotypes, maximizing learning from district incidents through after-action reports, and casual discussions on tech partnerships and inclusivity in the tech ecosystem.

The podcast features VIZOR discussing diverse topics like password managers, LMS options, obtaining technical skills, elevator inspections, and dead rodents. They also share anecdotes about elevator repairs and fire alarms while exploring the use of password managers in educational settings.

This is a special episode. Josh and Chris interview Mohit Gupta, Director of Product at Clever. We discuss student MFA, the teacher Clever Library, student data privacy, the history of Clever, and more. ----more---- https://www.youtube.com/@k12techtalk Join the K12TechPro.com Community. Buy our merch!!! * NTP * Howard * Email Seth Shockley - sshockley@howard.com * Extreme - email dmayer@extremenetworks.com * VIZOR - Would you like a free K12 Tech Hoodie and reduce your workload? Then check out VIZOR! VIZOR can help you reduce the workload of managing all your devices, student Chromebooks, iPads and staff Windows machines. To find out how VIZOR can automate your device management, and get a free K12 Tech Hoodie, head over to vizor.cloud/k12techtalk that’s V-I-Z-O-R dot cloud slash k12techtalk * A4L Summit Oh, and... Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com Tweet us err X us @k12techtalkpod Visit our LinkedIn page HERE