Ransomware gang claims responsibility for cyberattack on Minneapolis schools

Medusa, a ransomware group, leaked alleged sensitive student information on its website as it asked the district to pay $1 million to delete the stolen data.

By Anna Merod • March 13, 2023

3 urgent reasons schools should adopt solar power – beyond ‘going green’

From saving money to preparing students for success, here’s how districts can benefit from solar power.

March 13, 2023

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School Safety and Security

Safety and security has been a growing concern for school districts, with shootings continuing to rise amid concerns over how to best prevent and respond to them.

By K-12 Dive staff

IXL Learning acquires Teachers Pay Teachers

In 2022, TPT had a record number of teachers purchasing educator-created resources and earning money from their content, according to IXL.

By Anna Merod • March 9, 2023

5 tips for navigating ChatGPT and other AI tools in the classroom

While some districts have already blocked access to the artificial intelligence chatbot, some educators have advised against knee-jerk reactions.

By Elena Ferrarin • March 8, 2023

4 ways the National Cybersecurity Strategy could shape K-12

From increasing tech companies’ accountability to combating ransomware attacks, ed tech experts weigh the significance of the White House plan.

By Anna Merod • March 8, 2023

From finance to food, DC school aims to make CTE more attractive, accessible

At a CTE Month event, educators and students discussed how enhancing career and technical offerings can boost postsecondary success.

By Kara Arundel • March 3, 2023

Los Angeles school district confirms sensitive student data leaked

Health records and psychological assessments of about 2,000 students, including 60 current students, were exposed by last year’s ransomware attack.

By Matt Kapko • March 1, 2023

AASA 2023: How 3 districts are working to transform teaching and learning

Though education is often slow to embrace change, factors like artificial intelligence and industry demand for specific skill sets are forcing momentum.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 27, 2023

5 tips for maintaining teacher-student trust as AI classroom use grows

A youth technology expert shares best practices and considerations for using artificial intelligence in classrooms.

By Kara Arundel • Feb. 22, 2023

5 tactics districts can use to navigate cybersecurity workforce shortages

While recruiting cybersecurity professionals may be daunting, tapping into higher ed or even training teachers for entry-level roles can be workarounds.

By Anna Merod • Feb. 22, 2023

NAEP scores show data literacy dipped during pandemic

An analysis by Data Science 4 Everyone finds 8th graders’ performance dropped by 10 points between 2019 and 2022, while 4th graders fell 4 points.

By Anna Merod • Feb. 15, 2023

Ed tech venture capital expected to return to pre-pandemic levels in 2023

In a Holon IQ education market survey, 40% of respondents forecast the K-12 market in their country to improve in the next six months.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 15, 2023

Districts turn to AI to keep guns out of schools

With school shootings on the rise, some educators seek solutions in artificial intelligence as others urge caution.

By Kara Arundel , Anna Merod • Feb. 15, 2023

Tucson, Nantucket cyberattacks highlight ransomware vulnerability

Despite significant differences in size and resources, school systems’ networks can be equally susceptible to cyber incidents.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 7, 2023

Hive takedown puts ‘small dent’ in ransomware problem

Successful law enforcement actions against ransomware can only do so much. The threat is omnipresent, lucrative and largely in the shadows.

By Matt Kapko • Feb. 6, 2023

LA County to offer free mental telehealth services for all students

The county will join Hawaii in offering all of its schools virtual mental health services, free of cost to its students.

By Naaz Modan • Feb. 3, 2023

FTC approves order requiring Chegg to tighten data security

The ed tech provider experienced four security breaches since 2017, exposing sensitive data of millions of its customers and employees.

By Roger Riddell • Feb. 2, 2023

Will there be a ‘Big Bang’ in education research in 2023?

The head of the Institute of Education Sciences sees two key areas as having potential for major breakthroughs.

By Mark Schneider • Feb. 1, 2023

Greater commitment, collaboration key to addressing digital divide for Black communities

Taking an audit of underserved locations and partnering on subsidies for devices and services are crucial for digital equity, McKinsey & Co. says.

By Anna Merod • Jan. 31, 2023

Data highlights students’ social media usage as schools’ concerns grow

YouTube is the most common app used weekly by 4th-12th graders, according to a survey conducted by The Social Institute.

By Kara Arundel • Jan. 31, 2023

Question of the Month: What are your New Year’s resolutions for your school or district?

From promoting school culture and instilling hope to making progress on academic recovery, four leaders share their goals for 2023.

By Roger Riddell • Jan. 30, 2023

FBI foils ransomware network that targeted school districts

The Hive ransomware ring received over $100 million in ransoms since 2021 by attacking school districts, hospitals and critical infrastructure globally.

By Anna Merod • Jan. 27, 2023

Pop Quiz: Test yourself on this week’s K-12 news

From new K-12 cybersecurity guidance to an expansive preschool initiative in Hawaii, what did you learn from this week's stories?

By Anna Merod • Jan. 27, 2023

CISA: K-12 cybersecurity change falls on leaders, not just IT staff

A report mandated by the K-12 Cybersecurity Act of 2021 calls for multi-factor authentication, strong training programs and partnerships to raise awareness.

By Anna Merod • Jan. 26, 2023

Los Angeles school system shifts timeline of ransomware attack

Post-breach investigations are complex. The timeline and scope of damage inflicted often change as investigations unfold.

By Matt Kapko • Jan. 24, 2023