There is inevitable risk as an edtech vendor working with K-12 schools. For most edtech providers, the standard operating procedure to obtain the data they need to work with a school is through rostering. What is rostering? Traditional rostering is a high-risk data exchange when the student’s personally identifiable information (PII) is copied from the […]

How does 1EdTech determine the “trusted” status of an app in such a way that districts can trust that it’s not just a self-identified or pay-to-play feature? As Kevin Lewis, Data Privacy Officer for 1EdTech Consortium explains, it is a collaborative effort to determine trusted apps. The trusted apps work has been very valuable for […]

Rob Abel, CEO of 1Edtech Consortium, has been leading the charge for better PII governance, providing ways for edtech vendors to demonstrate their commitment to and protocols for protecting PII to become a 1EdTech approved vendor. He joined our recent webinar to discuss the evolution of the data ecosystem in schools and what must be […]

During the last six years we have seen amazing growth in education technology use and leveraging of innovation across industries to help us reach students in different ways, enhance their learning, and monitor and track their progress. Unfortunately, with the proliferation of technology comes data leakage and the risk of losing student data. With K-12 […]

GG4L takes the first step to innovate the way schools evaluate, procure and deploy SaaS solutions  Alameda, CA – November 14, 2023 – Today Global Grid for Learning (GG4L), the company that provides School Passport, a secure data exchange platform for educational organizations, announces the acquisition of EdCuration, the marketplace for K12 instructional materials. Denver-based […]

Grade Sync is a data exchange solution that enables teachers to seamlessly transfer grades from the Learning Management System (LMS) or edtech solution they are using to the school’s Student Information System (SIS). Without grade sync, educators would be forced to manually transfer grades from the edtech platform to the school’s main repository for grades, […]

Technology plays an increasingly vital role in our educational system. From interactive learning platforms to internet-connected devices, schools have embraced the benefits of technology to enhance teaching and learning experiences. However, this reliance on technology has also introduced significant cybersecurity challenges. The need for a robust and proactive approach to security is clear, which is […]

With K-12 schools being the fastest-growing target for cybercriminals, better career development for school IT leaders is crucial. These tireless professionals are on the frontline every day, monitoring and analyzing threats to personally identifiable information (PII) and other risks that threaten students and staff. Building stronger cybersecurity skills is good not only for school IT […]

Cybersecurity and data privacy are related but distinct concepts that focus on different aspects of protecting information and systems. Here’s a breakdown of the key differences between them: Focus and Scope Cybersecurity: Cybersecurity primarily focuses on protecting computer systems, networks, and digital assets from unauthorized access, attacks, and damage. It encompasses a wide range of […]

Monitoring PII (Personally Identifiable Information) in K-12 schools is a crucial responsibility that often falls to the IT leaders within the district. PII includes sensitive information such as names, addresses, social security numbers, and more. Monitoring PII helps protect the privacy of students, their families, and staff members. Unauthorized access or misuse of this information […]

Now in its 20th year, Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2023 is highlighting the growing importance of cybersecurity in our daily lives and encouraging individuals and businesses to take important cybersecurity steps to stay safe online.   ALAMEDA, CA – October 02, 2023 — GG4L today announced its commitment to cybersecurity education by participating in the 20th […]

School IT leaders are charged with enormous responsibility for maintaining data privacy and delivering strong cybersecurity measures for their schools. Even if school IT leaders have external managed security partners who provide some of the support, they are still making many of the decisions about how to implement measures that protect PII. Cybersecurity Threats Against […]