EdTech Innovation in an Era of Tight Budgets and Tough Questions

Across the country, districts are navigating tighter budgets, increased scrutiny around technology spending, and growing concerns about screen time and student device usage. After years of enthusiasm surrounding large-scale edtech…
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Grand Prairie Independent School District Recognized for Leadership in Protecting Student Data Privacy

Texas District Earns CoSN TLE Mini Seal for Professional Development   Washington, D.C. (May 27, 2026) — CoSN — The Consortium for School Networking today announced that Grand Prairie Independent…
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CoSN 2026 Conference

        CoSN 2026 Annual Conference Full Conference Schedule Search Keyword Track / Session TypeAll Tracks / Session TypesLeadership & VisionCybersecurityData Privacy & ManagementInnovative TechnologiesIT ManagementFinance & FundingBelonging…
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Updated Guide Helps K-12 Districts Move from Planning to Progress

At this year’s CoSN Annual Conference, the newly updated Accelerating Innovation: A Guide to Leveraging the 2026 Driving K-12 Innovation Report was released during a hands-on session led by members…
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U.S. State of EdTech Report Examines How K-12 Districts Are Using Technology to Support Teaching and Learning

CoSN Survey of 600+ District Technology Leaders Reveals Key Priorities and Challenges Shaping K-12 Education Technology in 2026 Washington, D.C. — May 5, 2026 — CoSN — The Consortium for…
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Association of K-12 Education Technology Leaders Honors Berj Akian With 2026 Hurley Private Sector Champion Award

Chicago, IL (April 13, 2026) — CoSN — The Consortium for School Networking, a premier association of K-12 education technology leaders, today honored Berj Akian, Ph.D., founder and CEO of…
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CoSN 2026 Conference Highlights Innovative Local Leadership and Responsible Technology Use in K-12 Education

“Building What’s Next, Together” Convened K-12 Leaders to Advance Responsible, Student-Centered Approaches to AI, Cybersecurity, and Digital Learning   Washington, D.C. (April 22, 2026) — CoSN — The Consortium for…
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Association of K-12 Education Technology Leaders Honors Robin Gunter With 2026 Volunteer of the Year Award

Chicago, IL (April 14, 2026) — CoSN — The Consortium for School Networking, a premier association of K-12 education technology leaders, today honored Robin Gunter, executive director of instructional technology…
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Association of K-12 Education Technology Leaders Honors Donna Williamson With 2026 Seymour Papert Lifetime Achievement Award

Chicago, IL (April 15, 2026) — CoSN — The Consortium for School Networking, a premier association of K-12 education technology leaders, today honored CoSN Project Director Donna Williamson with its…
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CoSN and AASA Honor Dr. Teresa Brown With 2026 EmpowerED Digital Superintendent of the Year Award

Chicago, IL (April 14, 2026) — CoSN — The Consortium for School Networking and AASA, The School Superintendents Association today honored Dr. Teresa Brown, superintendent of Madison Consolidated Schools in…
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