K-12 cybersecurity a hot topic in state legislatures in 2024

California, Florida and Indiana enacted new laws containing cybersecurity supports for schools, an analysis from the Consortium for School Networking finds.

By Anna Merod • Feb. 4, 2025

The K-12 outlook for 2025: Shifting policy, tech landscapes bring new challenges

We’ve gathered our trends to watch over the coming year in one place to help you stay ahead of the game.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 31, 2025

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Cybersecurity in K-12 Education

From the growing and persistent threat of ransomware attacks to concerns about vendors’ practices, schools have become increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks amid digital transitions.

By K-12 Dive staff

5 policy trends to watch in 2025

The U.S. Supreme Court’s 2024 decision overturning the Chevron doctrine could see a number of K-12 policy decisions determined by the judiciary.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 28, 2025

Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

From presidential directives to new chronic absenteeism data, what did you learn from our recent stories?

By Anna Merod • Jan. 24, 2025

Watch for these 4 AI trends in classrooms in 2025

School and district leaders are likely to see an uptick in special education tools, localized approaches to guidance and more.

By Anna Merod • Jan. 23, 2025

North Carolina elementary school embraces gaming, robotics in STEM-driven relaunch

Foust Gaming and Robotics Elementary School renovated its campus and revised its curricula with a $300 million bond approved in 2020.

By Briana Mendez-Padilla • Jan. 22, 2025

PowerSchool data breach brings claims of negligence, poor cyberhygiene

The K-12 software company is facing legal pushback and criticism following a cyberattack that impacted a still unknown number of districts.

By Anna Merod • Jan. 22, 2025

Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

From a major ed tech data breach to a former principal's lawsuit over deepfakes, what did you learn from our recent stories?

By Anna Merod • Jan. 17, 2025

State ed tech leaders call for ‘universal connectivity’ to help students learn on and off campus

A new SETDA report raises concerns about cybersecurity vulnerabilities, digital skills gap and sustained funding for ed tech initiatives.

By Kara Arundel • Jan. 15, 2025

Student, teacher AI use continued to climb in 2023-24 school year

Some 39% of teachers reported regularly using detection tech to spot AI-related plagiarism, according to the Center for Democracy & Technology.

By Anna Merod • Jan. 15, 2025

6 web content filtering trends improving cybersecurity and safety in K-12 schools

Check out the six web filtering trends that are improving cybersecurity and safety in K-12 schools.

By Charlie Sander • Jan. 13, 2025

Former principal sues Baltimore County schools over alleged racist AI deepfake

Eric Eiswert’s lawsuit accuses the Maryland district of negligence in hiring, retention and supervision, as well as defamation, slander and libel.

By Anna Merod • Jan. 10, 2025

PowerSchool data breach possibly exposed student, staff data

The cloud-based K-12 software provider confirmed a compromised credential was used to access its PowerSource customer support portal.

By Anna Merod • Jan. 9, 2025

Education-related ransomware attacks worldwide fell in 2024

Last year's ransomware attack counts will likely rise as more incidents are confirmed in the coming months, according to Comparitech.

By Anna Merod • Jan. 9, 2025

6 trends that will shape K-12 in 2025

Strained budgets, cybersecurity threats, book bans and artificial intelligence are among the bevy of challenges for school leaders to navigate.

By Kara Arundel , Anna Merod • Jan. 9, 2025

AI and data science reveal gaps in school shooting prevention

Data reveals gaps in school shooting prevention, but AI-powered tools can help layer security.

Jan. 6, 2025

Test yourself on this year’s K-12 news

In an expanded version of our weekly feature, here's a chance to show what you learned from some of 2024's biggest stories.

By Anna Merod , Kara Arundel • Dec. 20, 2024

Can AI tutor bots help close literacy gaps?

While artificial intelligence tools show promise, experts advise that teachers become AI-literate to maximize benefits and avoid missteps.

By Briana Mendez-Padilla • Dec. 18, 2024

Minnesota schools must report cybersecurity incidents under new law

The information will be anonymized and shared with “appropriate organizations” to help officials understand how to provide support.

By Anna Merod • Dec. 12, 2024

What Trump’s pick for FCC chair could mean for E-rate expansion

As a commissioner, Brendan Carr dissented against the inclusion of school bus Wi-Fi and hotspots, but it’s unclear where he would lead the program next.

By Anna Merod • Dec. 6, 2024

What is E-rate and how does it benefit schools?

With the FCC program’s future in legal limbo, here’s what it means for schools and libraries that use the federal funds for affordable internet connectivity.

By Anna Merod • Dec. 6, 2024

Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

From new math performance data to the 20th anniversary of a federal law’s last reauthorization, what did you learn from our recent stories?

By Anna Merod • Dec. 6, 2024

The K-12 Dive Awards for 2024

These leaders are achieving excellence through commitments to school culture and community, innovation, and wraparound services for students.

By Roger Riddell • Nov. 27, 2024

Why E-rate’s future is now in the hands of the Supreme Court

The court is set to review the 5th Circuit’s decision striking down the funding mechanism for the FCC’s Universal Service Fund next year.

By Anna Merod • Nov. 27, 2024

District of the Year: Ector County ISD

In the past five years, the Texas district’s investments in staffing and high dosage tutoring are paying off.

By Anna Merod • Nov. 27, 2024