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Cybercriminals aren’t ignoring student accounts—they’re targeting them with fake internships, password reuse, and phishing scams. In Issue 5 of The Cybersecure K-12 Newsletter, Jeff Carlson dives into real stories of student account hacks putting schools at risk, explores why Google for Education's new AI tools raise fresh security challenges, and shares practical tips to protect student credentials today. Plus, join the quick poll to weigh in on your top student account security priority this school year.

Teachers, it’s almost time to get ready for the first day of school! 🎒 Kick off the year organized and enter to win $100 for your classroom: https://lnkd.in/g9m4pqxy When you organize your apps in Clever, you’ll help students find the right tools faster—and automatically enter to win a $100 classroom gift card. ✨ 📚 Save time. 🎯 Support student focus. 💡 Inspire your colleagues. Let’s make digital learning smoother for everyone this school year. Tag a fellow educator who should join the challenge! #BackToSchool #EdTech

Based on a poll with Clever Inc. a few weeks ago, here’s what fellow K‑12 tech leaders are prioritizing for student account protection this school year: 🔎 Monitor login activity: 39% 📛 Badges for younger students: 24% 👨🎓 Add MFA for students: 24% 🔑 Stronger password rules: 12% Login monitoring leads the pack, but MFA and age‑appropriate access are right behind. How does this compare to the plans your team is making for this year's back to school (and yes...it's time to think back to school...)? Fire away in the comments. Want more timely insights like this? Sign up now to get my next issue of the Cybersecure K‑12 Newsletter the moment it’s out: https://lnkd.in/gdevSSPk

K‑12 tech leaders, what’s your top Back to School tech priority? Vote below! ⬇️ Want to take charge of your edtech stack this year? Read Mark Racine’s guide and become the go‑to expert on your edtech inventory: https://lnkd.in/eMwMuGR4 We’re big fans of this approach: data‑driven, people‑informed decisions — digging into app usage data and listening to teachers about the tools they can’t live without.

To our Clever parents: Thank you. 💙  This National Parents’ Day, we’re celebrating the working parents on our team who balance deadlines, school drop-offs, Zoom calls, and bedtime stories. At Clever, we strive to build a workplace that supports parents & guardians with flexibility, empathy, and benefits that recognize the full lives our team members lead. When people are supported at work, they’re empowered to support others—including families and students everywhere. #NationalParentsDay #WorkingParents #BelongingAtWork #ParentingAndPurpose #LifeAtClever

🔎 Insight Paper: The Hidden Challenges Blocking Edtech Innovation A significant challenge is emerging in K-12 edtech: companies are dedicating 5-7% of their engineering resources to maintaining multiple integration points instead of building better products for students and teachers. Our latest insight paper, "Solving the Edtech Integration Dilemma" reveals how fragmented systems create cascading inefficiencies across the entire education sector. Read the full research: https://lnkd.in/gtHt-DUb The paper features insights from CTOs at Khan Academy, GoGuardian, and Great Minds, alongside school leaders from Boston Public Schools, Fairfax County Public Schools, and Miami-Dade County Public Schools. The solution isn't more standards—it's unified integration platforms that eliminate the challenges of integration while enhancing security and enabling innovation.

Calling all Admins: Considering using Clever in your schools this year? Look no further! Dive into our Admin Course Certification for a seamless setup and get ready to roll in no time!  https://lnkd.in/e4Q2bGhQ From streamlining classroom tasks to enhancing student learning, Clever has you covered. Let's make this school year one for the books! 📚 #Clever #Education #edtech #BackToSchool 

Ready to prep for a smooth and secure Back to School 2025? Here’s what you missed from last week’s webinar with K‑12 administrators. Catch the full recording here: https://lnkd.in/gfEefxY2 (Clever login required) What’s new and noteworthy: 🔐 Least‑privileged access – ensure each admin only has the permissions they need to keep your data secure. 👀 Enhanced visibility – get clearer insights into who’s accessing your systems. 🔄 Multi‑account switching – easily move between Clever accounts without logging in and out. 📚 Secure access for substitutes – give short‑term staff safe and seamless access to learning tools. Special thanks to Mark Racine for sharing his strategic insights during the session—and to all the administrators who joined for Back to School prep. What’s your personal goal for BTS this year? Drop it in the comments—we’d love to hear!

🎯 K‑12 Tech Leaders, ready to take charge of your back‑to‑school season with clarity and control? Start here: https://lnkd.in/eMwMuGR4 What if you could simplify your entire edtech stack, protect student data, and make smarter budgeting decisions—all before the first bell rings? In this article, Mark Racine, former CIO of Boston Public Schools, shares 5 clear, proactive steps for taking control of your district’s digital ecosystem—including how to tap into usage data, standardize costs, and consolidate tools. 💡 Build on your expertise with proven strategies from a former district CIO. Get his 5 actionable steps plus the Clever Back to School checklist: https://lnkd.in/eMwMuGR4

NEW RESEARCH: Our latest findings on fixing edtech integrations at scale. School leaders and vendors agree—it’s time for a smarter, more connected approach to ensure every student gets access to the tools they need. Read the findings: https://lnkd.in/grhANJTy “In every other sector, modernization has meant integrating systems, streamlining workflows and aligning technology with the needs of the people it serves. The same must be true for K-12 education.” - Julia Fallon, Executive Director of SETDA (foreward author) Gain insights and strategies from voices leading the way, including: Sharad Gupta (GoGuardian), Jason Chancey (Khan Academy), Dan Carroll (Clever Inc.), Elizabeth White (Fairfax County Public Schools), Rachel Johnson (Loudoun County Public Schools), Erin Mote (InnovateEDU), Audrey Cisneros (IDEA Public Schools) and more.