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From Safe Search to Safer Search

For students, a simple web search is often the first step to stumbling upon all sorts of inappropriate content.

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Introducing Role-Based Access: Customizing Your EdTech Analytics

We know districts need data to make informed decisions about their edtech ecosystem, from app renewals and approvals to professional development and school site support.

Get Prepared for the FCC’s $200 Million Cybersecurity Pilot Program Today

In June 2024, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) approved the Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program which will provide up to $200 million over a three-year period to…

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Introducing Lightspeed Alert’s New Email Quarantine Feature

Ensuring the safety and security of students in a digital environment is a top priority for educational institutions.

Celebrating Mental Health Progress and Enhancing Student Safety – Insights from CDC Data

Ensuring the safety and well-being of students is a top priority for schools and communities.

Back to School: 4 Tips to Help Teachers Ease Back into Their 1:1 Classrooms This Fall

It’s that time of year again, and teachers are already working to get their physical and digital classrooms in order.

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Building a District-wide Cybersecurity Culture: Grapevine-Colleyville ISD’s “Beat the Filter” Challenge

Cybersecurity is a community effort at Grapevine-Colleyville Independent School District (GCISD).

3 District Hacks to Enhance Security, Simplify App Approvals, and Cut Costs with EdTech Analytics

Districts face increasing challenges managing their technology effectively while ensuring data privacy and optimizing costs.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About Colorado’s Accessibility Law HB21-1110 and How Lightspeed Systems Can Help

Colorado school districts have questions about HB21-1110, Lightspeed has answers—and solutions to simplify compliance with this new and important accessibility regulation.