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3 Tactics for Effective Student Data Privacy Protection

After the widespread technology boom in education, district leaders and teachers are inundated with a seemingly infinite number of applications for digital learning.

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6 Ways To Manage Social Media and Streaming Platforms Your Way

Get the flexibility your district needs to manage social media and streaming platforms with Lightspeed Filter ™, making them a safe and reliable resource for learning and instruction.

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5 Commonly Asked Questions Lightspeed Digital Insight Can Answer Within Minutes

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Can’t Hire Enough Mental Health Staff? Get Help with Edtech

With soaring rates of mental health challenges among children and teens, leading pediatric health experts have declared a national emergency in child and adolescent mental health.

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How to Navigate Developing Education Trends in 2023

Get ahead of the challenges facing school districts in 2023 by monitoring trends that will affect your district.

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Prevent Cyberbullying and Violence in School with Lightspeed Alert

Half of students identify as victims of cyberbullying.

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How to Use Technology to Prevent School Bullying

Bullying and cyberbullying continue to be prevalent in K-12 schools.

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Warning Signs a Student Is Being Bullied or Is Bullying Others

While many school leaders know bullying is an issue that can lead to mental health problems and lower academic success, how do K-12 schools address bullying?Bullying prevention and…

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The State of Bullying in 2022

Schools are meant to be safe havens for growth and learning.