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Teaching Digital Citizenship: Preparing Students for a World Without Lightspeed

In today’s classrooms, tools like cell phone bans, web filters, monitoring software, and parent apps serve as vital guardrails, keeping students safe, focused, and on track.

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Rogue Apps: Cybersecurity Threats in K-12 Schools

In today’s digital age, students and teachers use a staggering number of apps daily, with the average K-12 district having 2,055 apps in use and the average student accessing 72 different apps…

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The Importance of Anti-bullying Initiatives in Schools

Bullying remains a serious concern in our schools, deeply impacting students’ well-being, social interactions, and academic performance.

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Navigating Ohio SB 29 with Lightspeed Systems: Ensuring Compliance and Protecting Student Privacy

Ohio Senate Bill 29 introduces new rules that reshape how school districts and their technology providers handle student data.

Strengthening K-12 Cybersecurity with Lightspeed Solutions

As technology continues to transform education, it offers remarkable opportunities for personalized learning and enhanced accessibility. However, these advancements also introduce new risks.

Bullying Prevention, Cybersecurity, Digital Citizenship — Oh My!

October is a pivotal month for education, with three important themes taking center stage: Bullying Prevention, Cybersecurity, and Digital Citizenship.

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Rethinking School Safety: Prevention Beyond Locks and Cameras

When we think of school safety, measures like metal detectors, reinforced doors, panic buttons, and lockdown drills often come to mind.

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Shedding Light on Student Suicide Trends: Data Analyzed from Lightspeed Alert

Suicide remains one of the greatest threats to student safety, and at Lightspeed Systems, we take this issue very seriously.

Great Debates | Cell Phones in Schools: Empower Learning or Enforce Limits?

The presence of cell phones in schools has ignited one of the most enduring debates in modern education.