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̽»¨ÊÓƵ and Virtru came together to host an industry-specific conversation that seeks to unravel the intricate intersection of technology advancement and cybersecurity in the K-12 education landscape. As innovative technologies propel students to unprecedented academic success, they also unfurl a complex web of new cybersecurity threats. The heightened need to safeguard student privacy has emerged as a pivotal issue for school districts nationwide, demanding a concerted effort from all education stakeholders – students, parents, teachers, community members, school board members, and state legislators.

In this interactive discussion, we featured Troy Lunt, Technology Director & Data Privacy Manager at Iron County Schools (Utah); Matthew Faul, Application Manager at Oakland County Schools (Michigan); and Sunshine Miller, Director of Technology, Newfield Schools (New York). These esteemed panelists drew from their vast experience to share valuable insights into their cybersecurity architectures. They dived into best practices and confronted the multifaceted challenges, risks, and emerging trends they face in their ongoing endeavor to fortify their schools' cybersecurity stance.