How to Hire Cybersecurity Staff in K12

from the CoSN Cybersecurity Committee K12 schools and districts have traditionally focused on providing connectivity and access to online resources. However, the shift towards securing these connections and protecting data…
Read More

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…
Read More

Understanding and Responding to SaaS Vendor Cybersecurity Incidents

In today’s interconnected digital landscape, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions have become indispensable tools for educational institutions and businesses alike. However, the convenience of outsourcing critical functions to SaaS vendors comes with…
Read More

Navigating the Future: Top Topics Driving K-12 Innovation in 2025

The world of K-12 education continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace. Thanks to generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI), ongoing technological advancements, and the ever-present need for adaptability, today’s educational…
Read More

Looking For An Inclusive Community? Consider CoSN!

In speaking with members of my educational communities, it appears that one thing has stayed the same over the years: as educators navigate their career goals and aspirations, they face…
Read More

Navigating Student Cell Phone Use in K-12 Schools

As cell phones become even more ingrained in students’ daily lives, K-12 schools face unique challenges and opportunities in managing their use among students. While cell phones offer learning tools,…
Read More

Cybersecurity in School District Settings: A District Leadership Approach Webinar Recording & Podcast

For the third year in a row, cybersecurity ranks as the number-one technology concern among school district leaders in CoSN’s recent research. School leaders and staff today must all understand…
Read More

EdTech Implementation Differences Between Spain and the U.S.

The CoSN 2024 International Education Delegation to Spain engaged in a journey focused on educational and cultural insights in Barcelona and Madrid. The group attended a Global Education Forum, which…
Read More

Top 10 Tips for Governing Cybersecurity Culture: Connecting Organizational Context to Conduct and Change

Leadership weaves the foundation of a strong cybersecurity culture into school systems. Yeah Yeah Yeah, but how?  The lofty answer is that school leaders must actively participate in cybersecurity initiatives,…
Read More

CoSN Go To Places – Where Do I Find CoSN Resources?

Events: Find dates, times and register for events, courses and workshops from the CoSN Calendar (Subscribe at the bottom of the page) https://www.cosn.org/education-events/event-calendar/ ​ New Releases: https://www.cosn.org/cosn-new-releases/ ​ Professional Learning:…
Read More