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SUMMARY:Application Window Open: CTO Academy for K-12 Early Career and Aspiring CTOs 2026-27 - Open Until Full
DESCRIPTION:The CTO Academy For K-12 Early Career and Aspiring CTOs is a program to address the needs of education technology leaders who are new (less than four full years) to their CTO or Technology Leadership position or aspiring CTOs and EdTech leaders currently working in a technology department. Participants will have the opportunity to develop edtech leadership skills including; managing diverse teams\, leading a variety of projects simultaneously\, and collaborating with a variety of stakeholders. Academy participants make a positive impact on student-centered and digital learning in their school district and enhance their career trajectory. \n \nThe program extends from October 1\, 2026 – June 1\, 2027. \n\nThis program was developed through public and private sector leaders\, district CTOs and edtech leaders to address current professional development needs and thought partner support for aspiring and early-career CTO and EdTech leaders. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please email:\nJill Brown\, jbrown@cosn.org CoSN Director of Professional Learning \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBENEFITS:\nParticipants in CoSN’s CTO Academy For K-12 Early Career and Aspiring CTOs will benefit from a blended learning model consisting of:\nMentorship – a thought partner/mentor to match your specific needs that is a seasoned professional with at least 5 years that extends from October 1\, 2026-June 1\, 2027.\nTwo virtual events per month that include deep-dive discussions and practical content and activities.\nMonthly “News You Can Use”.\nProject Overview Presentation (select projects will be featured at the CoSN2027 Conference)\nA private online community consisting of past and current cohort members and mentors.\nRegistration for CoSN2027.\nA face-to-face event at the CoSN2027 Conference.\n\nELIGIBILITY AND TIMELINE:\nNew career K-12 chief technology officers (CTOs) and technology leaders with fewer than 4 years of experience or aspiring technology leaders who are already working in a technology department at a school are invited to apply.\nApplications are open until full.\nRegistration Fee: $3\,999* members. This program is open only to individuals from CoSN member school systems.\nMore information on joining CoSN is here: https://www.cosn.org/membership-overview/cosn-membership-application/\nThe registration fee will be invoiced upon acceptance. Fees include program\, materials\, and registration for the COSN2026 Conference. Participants are responsible for travel and lodging for the COSN Conference. \n***Your fee may be paid THIS year or NEXT fiscal year before Oct. 1\, 2026.***\n\nSCHOLARSHIPS:\nWe hope there will be 3-6 Belonging and Inclusion Academy Scholarships available for CTOs from different populations in the education technology community. As part of the application process\, you may request to be considered for one of these scholarships. Scholarship availability closes June 8th.
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/application-window-open-cto-academy-for-k-12-early-career-and-aspiring-ctos-2026_27/
CATEGORIES:In-Person,Online Course,Virtual
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SUMMARY:NEW CoSN Professional Learning Packages Announced
DESCRIPTION:Buy Your Training Package Now\, Choose Your Specific Courses and Attendees Later. \nWhy CoSN Packages Fit Your Year-End Needs: \n\nUltimate Flexibility: Seat allocation is completely flexible. You can assign different staff members to different courses or workshops within your bundle to cross-train your department\, and you can transfer registrations throughout the year.\nFits School Schedules: Courses run 6–10 weeks (1 live hour/week on Zoom). Workshops run for 3 live hours total. All sessions are recorded in case of school emergencies.\nProfessional Credits: All participants receive a certificate of completion and earn Continuing Education Activity (CEA) Credits toward district requirements or CETL® recertification.\n\nCoSN Professional Learning Packages  \nThe Essentials Pack  (1 Course + 2 Workshops/Tabletops) Members / Nonmembers\nIndividual: $947.00 / $1\,347.00\nTeam (*2-4): $852.30 / $1\,212.30 per person\nDepartment (*5-10): $804.95 / $1\,144.95 per person\nStrategic (*11+): $710.25 / $1\,010.25 per person\, including one private online course instance for your district/team.\nBuy the Essentials Pack  \nThe Professional Pack (2 Courses + 3 Workshops/Tabletops) Members / Nonmembers\nIndividual: $1\,745.00 / $2\,445.00\nTeam (*2-4): $1\,570.50 / $2\,200.50 per person\nDepartment (*5-10): $1\,483.25 / $2\,078.25 per person\nStrategic (*11+): $1\,308.75 / $1\,833.75 per person\, including one private online course instance for your district/team for each course. \nBuy the Professional Pack  \nThe Leadership Pack (2 Courses + 5 Workshops/Tabletops) Members / Nonmembers\nIndividual: $2\,043.00 / $2\,943.00\nTeam (*2-4): $1\,838.70 / $2\,648.70 per person\nDepartment (*5-10): $1\,736.55 / $2\,501.55 per person\nStrategic (*11+): $1\,532.25 / $2\,207.25 per person\, including one private online course instance for your district/team for each course.\nBuy the Leadership Pack  \nFine Print & Policies:\n*District Partnerships: Small districts can partner together for discounts.\nCETL Foundation Course: Packages including this course are subject to an additional $100 fee for members / $200 fee for non-members per CETL course included.\nExpiration: Packages must be utilized within 12 months of purchase.\nCourse Selection: Buyers may mix and match any available courses/workshops/tabletops (excludes private online course options).\nEducators Only: Package pricing applies to Educator rates only. \nExample Cybersecurity & Privacy Mastery Tracks \nCybersecurity & Data Privacy Professional Track\n(Ideal for building core security and compliance skills)\nCourse 1: Cybersecurity in K-12 Schools\nCourse 2: The Intersection of Data Privacy and Cybersecurity\nWorkshop 1: Creating Cybersecurity and Incident Response Plans\nWorkshop 2: Deep Dive into Federal Data Privacy Laws: Privacy\nWorkshop 3: Cybersecurity Incident Response Tabletop Event\nBuy the Professional Pack and select these options! \nCybersecurity & Data Privacy Leadership Track\n(Our most comprehensive defense\, response\, and AI governance path)\nCourse 1: Cybersecurity in K-12 Schools\nCourse 2: The Intersection of Data Privacy and Cybersecurity\nWorkshop 1: Creating Cybersecurity and Incident Response Plans\nWorkshop 2: Deep Dive into Federal Data Privacy Laws: Privacy\nWorkshop 3: Cybersecurity Incident Response Tabletop Event\nWorkshop 4: Planning & Running Tabletop Incident Response Exercises\nWorkshop 5: Privacy & AI: Striking the Balance in Schools\nBuy the Leadership Pack and select these options! \nBrowse CoSN Events Through July 2027 – Discover Our Offerings
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/new-cosn-professional-learning-packages-announced/
CATEGORIES:Online Course,Online Workshop,Virtual
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SUMMARY:The Intersection of Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Facilitated Online Course Spring 2027
DESCRIPTION:Educators\, students\, and parents are now benefiting from the exciting opportunities available as a result of new instructional technologies\, including cloud-based technology services and mobile applications. These technologies enable rich\, data-powered classroom experiences and the anytime\, anywhere learning that education technologists and educators have envisioned for many years. However\, as schools turn to cloud services for applications\, content and data analytics\, and online assessment\, keeping students’ data private and secure becomes more difficult. This course is designed for school district leaders who need help in understanding existing privacy laws\, defining best and necessary practices around privacy\, and communicating effectively with their communities. \nThis course meets online every *Tuesday from 12:00 PM-1:00 PM ET from February 2nd\, 2026 – April 6th\, 2027. \nOur subject matter expert and instructor regularly updates this course with current information. Read more about Melissa Tebbenkamp here. Read the course syllabus for more information. \n*Sessions are recorded if you are unable to make an individual session.\nYou will have access to the course content for one year. \nThis content covers areas of the CoSN Framework of Essential Skills of a K-12 CTO which guides the study and test for the CETL® Certification. \nYou are eligible for 11 CEA hours for CETL® recertification and district professional learning needs by completing live sessions and the independent offline work. If a school emergency arises and you miss a session\, you are expected to watch the recording and notify the instructor. Certificates will be issued once the instructor verifies final participation at the conclusion of the course. \nEducator: Members $649; Non-Members $849\nCorporate: Qualifying Members $849; Qualifying Non-Members $1049\nBulk pricing for same organization registration 2-4 10% discount\, 5-10 15% discount\, 11+ 25% discount. \nThis opportunity is eligible for CoSN Professional Learning Packages. If you want to purchase several professional development courses or workshops at the same time for use throughout the year\, please contact jbrown@cosn.org for custom options.
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/the-intersection-of-data-privacy-and-cybersecurity-facilitated-online-course-spring-2027/
CATEGORIES:Online Course
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SUMMARY:Business Continuity Planning: Disaster Preparedness Facilitated Online Workshop Spring 2026
DESCRIPTION:Prepare for the unexpected! School system IT teams play a crucial role in maintaining learning continuity during emergencies. This workshop will guide school leaders in developing and implementing effective emergency operations plans. Learn how to train your team to respond quickly to natural disasters\, assess damage\, update stakeholders\, restore essential systems\, and resume operations swiftly. Join us to ensure your school system is ready to act when disaster strikes. \nThis course meets for 3 hours. \nOriginally starting March 3rd\, moved to: \n\nJune 1\, 2026 2:00-3:00 PM ET (no June 2nd meeting)\nJune 3\, 2026 2:00-3:00 PM ET\nJune 4\, 2026 2:00-3:00 PM ET\nNote: Everyone who registers will be emailed a recording of the sessions. \nBring your team! \nOur subject matter expert and instructor\, Amy McLaughlin\, regularly updates this course with current information. Read more about Amy here. \nEducator: Members $149 Non-Members $249; Corporate: Members: $299 Non-Members $499.\nBulk pricing for same organization registration – 2-4 10% discount\, 5-10 15% discount\, 11+ 25% discount. \nYou are eligible for 5 CEA hours for CETL® recertification and district professional learning needs by completing 3 hours of live sessions and 2 hours of independent offline work. If a school emergency arises and you miss a session\, you are expected to watch the recording and notify the instructor. Certificates will be issued once the instructor verifies final participation at the conclusion of the workshop.
URL:https://www.cosn.org/event/new-business-continuity-planning-disaster-preparedness-facilitated-online-workshop-spring-2026/
CATEGORIES:Online Workshop,Virtual
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