Ector County ISD Becomes the 9th District in Texas to Receive National Recognition for its Student Data Privacy Work

 

Washington, D.C. (August 20, 2024) – CoSN today awarded the Trusted Learning Environment (TLE) Seal to Ector County Independent School District (ECISD) in Odessa, TX. The CoSN TLE Seal is a national distinction awarded to school districts that implement rigorous privacy policies and practices to help protect student information.

The CoSN TLE Seal Program requires school systems to implement high standards for student data privacy protections around five core practice areas: Leadership, Business, Data Security, Professional Development and Classroom.

“We applaud the work of Ector County Independent School District, which serves as yet another example of a district leveraging the CoSN TLE Seal program privacy framework to improve their student data privacy practices. We are delighted to see the ongoing growth of the program in Texas,” said Keith Krueger, CEO, CoSN.

“The CoSN Trusted Learning Environment Seal is the result of three years of work by a team of dedicated ECISD staff,” said Kellie Wilks, Chief Technology Officer, Ector County ISD. “Online safety and the security of our student and staff information is our priority, and this work establishes the standard environment Seal.”

The CoSN TLE Seal is the only privacy framework designed specifically for school systems. Earning the TLE Seal requires that school systems have taken measurable steps to implement, maintain and improve organization-wide student data privacy practices. All TLE Seal recipients are required to demonstrate that improvement through a reapplication process every two years.

To learn more about the TLE Seal Program, visit www.cosn.org/trusted.

About CoSN
CoSN, the world-class professional association for K-12 EdTech leaders, stands at the forefront of education innovation. We are driven by a mission to equip current and aspiring K-12 education technology leaders, their teams, and school districts with the community, knowledge, and professional development they need to cultivate engaging learning environments. Our vision is rooted in a future where every learner reaches their unique potential, guided by our community. CoSN represents over 13 million students and continues to grow as a powerful and influential voice in K-12 education. www.cosn.org

About the CoSN Trusted Learning Environment Seal Program
The CoSN Trusted Learning Environment (TLE) Seal Program is the nation’s only data privacy framework for school systems, focused on building a culture of trust and transparency. The TLE Seal was developed by CoSN in collaboration with a diverse group of 28 school system leaders nationwide and with support from AASA, The School Superintendents Association, the Association of School Business Officials International (ASBO) and ASCD. School systems that meet the program requirements will earn the TLE Seal, signifying their commitment to student data privacy to their community. TLE Seal recipients also commit to continuous examination and demonstrable future advancement of their privacy practices. www.cosn.org/trusted

About Ector County ISD Schools
Ector County Independent School District is a public school district serving the city of Odessa, Texas, and surrounding areas. As one of the largest school districts in Texas, ECISD offers education to over 33,000 students across its 42 schools. The district is committed to providing a quality education that prepares students for success in an ever-changing world. www.ectorcountyisd.org/

MEDIA CONTACTS:
For CoSN: Makenzie Carlin, mcarlin@fratelli.com, 202-822-9491 x2127
For Ector County Independent School District: Mike Adkins, michael.adkins@ectorcountyisd.org, 432-456-9019