Alexa Sander

ManagedMethods

Worried about what might happen if your school district suffers a data breach? You’re not alone. Schools across the United States are bracing for impact, awaiting the day a malicious incident puts their cybersecurity strategy to the test. And, as cyber crime rises worldwide, it’s only a matter of time ... Read More

According to the White House, the United States has experienced an increase in cyber attacks targeting the nation’s K-12 school system. In fact, in the 2022-23 academic year alone, at least eight districts across the country fell victim to cyber threats — half of which forced schools to cancel classes ... Read More

Mental health is a pertinent topic in today’s society. It’s estimated that 8.2% of children and teens aged 10-19 struggle with some type of anxiety disorder — the most prevalent emotional disorder for this age group. When left unchecked, anxiety can severely impact school performance. In this blog, we’ll get ... Read More

The start of the academic year is a moment of opportunity — not just for kids, but for their school districts, too. And, in the spirit of continuous improvement, many schools are setting their sights on student mental health. In this guide, we’ll discuss the state of mental health across ... Read More

The stress of being a young person has never been easy. From classwork and relationships to peer pressure and bullying, the awkward years between elementary and high school have always taken a toll on student mental health. Indeed, America’s mental health issues aren’t anything new. So, why are educators paying ... Read More

Between the pandemic’s push to remote learning and the rise of cloud technology, school districts have accelerated their digital transformations at a rapid pace. In fact, by the end of 2019, over 90% of schools were already using cloud-based learning management systems, or at least planned to in the near ... Read More

Although a school’s first priority is to educate students, it’s also of utmost importance to maintain a safe and supportive learning environment. In some cases, it’s even a legal responsibility. However, the subject of school safety and whether or not the institution itself is held liable if something goes wrong ... Read More

American K-12 public school students deserve safe campuses where they can learn, interact with peers, and develop their skills unhindered by internal or external threats. Unfortunately, school safety is a growing concern in the United States. Each year there are more and more incidents of violence and harmful behavior that ... Read More

Incident management isn’t easy. In fact, for most K-12 school districts, it’s an ongoing challenge. Fortunately, you’re in luck: We’ve created a free-to-use cyber incident response plan template — made specifically for the K-12 school system. This guide’ll explain the importance of preparing for cyber threats and how you can ... Read More

You don’t have to be a cybersecurity expert to know it’s always helpful to plan ahead. After all, preparation makes perfect — especially when you’re talking about protecting student data. Never made an incident response plan before? Luckily, we’re here to help. Read on for step-by-step instructions on how to ... Read More