10 Recruitment Tips for Schools
Recruiting talent in schools requires more than just posting a vacancy on the district website. To build a resilient, innovative, and high-performing team, school leaders must adopt a proactive strategy…
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CoSN Framework of Essential Skills
The Framework of Essential Skills of the K-12 CTO is comprised of three primary professional categories in the education technology field. Each of these categories includes 10 essential skill areas,…
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Beyond Hiring: How to Keep Teachers and Staff in Schools
Retaining a diverse and skilled workforce is a critical challenge for school districts today. By creating an inclusive environment where all staff feel valued, supported, and have opportunities for growth,…
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Title II ADA Updates: An Overview for Chief Technology Officers
This content is an exclusive benefit for CoSN members. If you're a member, log in and you'll get immediate access. If you're not yet a member, you'll be interested to…
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CoSN’s 2025 State of EdTech Leadership Annual Report Webinar Recording
Listen to an insightful webinar exploring the 2025 State of EdTech Leadership Annual Report offering a comprehensive overview of the evolving landscape of educational technology leadership in U.S. school districts. This session…
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Powered by Connection, Fueled by Purpose: Highlights from the CoSN 2025 Women in IT Breakfast
Each year, the CoSN Women in IT Breakfast, open to all, stands out as one of the most welcoming events of the CoSN annual conference—and this year was no exception.…
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EdTech’s Staffing Crisis: How Schools Can Bridge the IT Talent Gap
The Consortium for School Networking’s (CoSN’s) 2024 EdTech Leadership Report, released last April, stated, “EdTech leaders cite the inability to hire skilled staff as a top challenge, ranked second behind…
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Women Supporting Their Careers: Finding the Right Mentor
In “Putting the MEN in Mentoring,” I shared two key lessons I have learned as a woman in EdTech: women need male mentors to help bridge the leadership gap in…
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Empowering Inclusive Practices: Accessible Learning in K-12 Classrooms
In an increasingly diverse educational landscape, accessibility is essential for ensuring that every student can fully engage and thrive. However, implementing these practices can feel overwhelming. Where should educators begin?…
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Leading for Access: Four Steps to Journey from Reflection to Action
As an instructional coach, I often witness the immense pressure educators face in addressing inequities within their schools. Access-focused leadership isn’t about quick fixes or prescriptive solutions; it’s about deep…
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