https://edtechmagazine.com/k12/ en https://edtechmagazine.com/k12/article/2026/05/locked-doors-intelligent-campuses-new-era-physical-security Campus security is changing in a fundamental way. What used to be a mix of cameras, locks and alarms is becoming a connected system that can surface issues in real time. AI-enabled video, access control and sensors now work together to provide a more complete picture of what is happening across campus, helping to equip schools with higher levels of security than ever before. As these technologies advance, institutions are under increasing pressure to make thoughtful decisions about what to adopt and why. National School Safety and Security Services, a private, independent school safety… Thu, 07 May 2026 18:07:44 -0400 Didi Gluck https://edtechmagazine.com/k12/article/2026/05/locked-doors-intelligent-campuses-new-era-physical-security https://edtechmagazine.com/k12/article/2026/05/how-gemini-education-can-optimize-your-classroom When it comes to learning new skills and adopting new tools and technologies for the classroom, I’ve been truly impressed by the willingness of the teachers and educators who attend CDW’s Connected Classroom workshops. Our most recent series of in-person events covered ways to get more out of the Google for Education environment using Google’s AI assistant, Gemini for Education, and NotebookLM. As teachers progress from thinking about artificial intelligence less as an efficiency tool, and more as a thought partner or assistant, having true conversations with Gemini marks an important turning… Wed, 06 May 2026 15:32:20 -0400 Tammy Lind https://edtechmagazine.com/k12/article/2026/05/how-gemini-education-can-optimize-your-classroom https://edtechmagazine.com/k12/article/2026/05/higher-educations-role-supporting-k-12-ai-literacy In Jonathan Haidt’s recent book, The Anxious Generation, the author summarizes a common understanding among K–12 educators: Adolescent access to smartphones has led to a generational mental health crisis. There is a great push in education to avoid a similar outcome with an even more transformative technology: artificial intelligence.  A key strategy is boosting AI literacy among K–12 educators and students. Higher education plays a critical role in this mission, providing the research, training and critical understanding of how to best harness this technology for educational purposes… Tue, 05 May 2026 13:51:51 -0400 Alexander Slagg https://edtechmagazine.com/k12/article/2026/05/higher-educations-role-supporting-k-12-ai-literacy https://edtechmagazine.com/k12/article/2026/05/professional-development-it-teams-age-digital-citizenship Professional development in K–12 education often focuses on teachers, but as districts expand their use of digital tools and AI, IT teams increasingly need role-specific training as well.  “The role of IT in schools has never been more strategic; it is a driving force behind the adoption and integration of the most impactful technologies in education,” says Matt Jubelirer, general manager of education marketing for Microsoft. “As K–12 schools navigate digital transformation, the role of IT has evolved from supporting infrastructure to enabling innovation, safeguarding digital learning… Fri, 01 May 2026 12:42:56 -0400 Rachelle Dené Poth https://edtechmagazine.com/k12/article/2026/05/professional-development-it-teams-age-digital-citizenship https://edtechmagazine.com/k12/article/2026/04/how-district-leaders-can-make-intentional-changes-k-12-technology As K–12 IT leaders, you’re often thinking about what’s next as technology, curriculum and workforce needs evolve. In the face of this evolution, the challenge for IT teams is holding true to the values and models that have worked for years while adapting to modern needs and implementing the technology that improves legacy ways of working. Modernization is often framed as a dramatic change as schools implement new tools, programs, and ways of thinking about teaching and learning. But progress rarely looks like a clean break from the past. It’s more often a careful progression that balances… Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:31:48 -0400 Amy McIntosh https://edtechmagazine.com/k12/article/2026/04/how-district-leaders-can-make-intentional-changes-k-12-technology https://edtechmagazine.com/k12/article/2026/04/its-role-teacher-retention-smart-technology-decisions-reduce-burnout-perfcon More than half (53%) of K–12 teachers report feelings of burnout, compared with 39% of workers in other professions, according to RAND’s 2025 State of the American Teacher survey. High levels of burnout contribute to teacher turnover, which is an expensive and destabilizing problem for schools. While salaries and culture are important components to alleviating teacher burnout, smart IT investment can also play an often-overlooked role in reducing the administrative burden that’s driving educators away. “Teacher burnout can be one of the clearest signals that district technology either is or… Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:06:39 -0400 Nancy Mann Jackson https://edtechmagazine.com/k12/article/2026/04/its-role-teacher-retention-smart-technology-decisions-reduce-burnout-perfcon https://edtechmagazine.com/k12/article/2026/04/5-things-k-12-districts-should-know-about-ada-title-ii-compliance Digital accessibility in K–12 education has largely been something districts respond to when a specific need arises. The latest update to Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act changes that framing. With the U.S. Department of Justice’s 2024 rulemaking, digital accessibility is now a systemwide requirement.  By April 26, 2027, digital content produced by state and local government services serving populations of 50,000 or more must meet accessibility standards. Early childhood education providers and K–12 districts are included among these institutions. The digital content… Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:06:28 -0400 Amy McIntosh https://edtechmagazine.com/k12/article/2026/04/5-things-k-12-districts-should-know-about-ada-title-ii-compliance https://edtechmagazine.com/k12/article/2026/04/does-passwordless-authentication-have-place-k-12-schools “Passwordless authentication” has generated buzz in the broader tech world, but in K–12 it is still very much an emerging concept. While passwordless is not yet common in schools, it sits right at the intersection of two trends we see often in K–12 districts: pushback against multifactor authentication (MFA) and pressure to secure school systems against increasingly sophisticated threats. That combination is exactly why K–12 leaders should pay attention to this authentication method now, even if they are not yet ready to roll out a solution. Click the banner below for a roadmap to a more… Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:36:13 -0400 Tom Ashley https://edtechmagazine.com/k12/article/2026/04/does-passwordless-authentication-have-place-k-12-schools https://edtechmagazine.com/k12/article/2026/04/qa-donna-prudhomme-ensures-cte-makes-difference Donna Prudhomme leads Beaumont Independent School District’s career and technical education (CTE) program, which last year saw more than 3,700 students enrolled in courses ranging from diagnostics and therapeutic services to law enforcement, cosmetology and more. Many students complete industry-based certifications, while others earn dual credits from Lamar Institute of Technology or Lamar State College Orange, gaining college-level experience while reducing the burden of college debt. Prudhomme’s leadership has earned widespread recognition. In 2023, the Career and Technical Association of… Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:23:08 -0400 Tara E. Buck https://edtechmagazine.com/k12/article/2026/04/qa-donna-prudhomme-ensures-cte-makes-difference https://edtechmagazine.com/k12/article/2026/04/cosn-2026-how-k-12-districts-are-tackling-responsible-ai-adoption Over the past few years, the artificial intelligence conversation in K–12 districts has moved from one of fear to one of curiosity and interest. Now that districts have realized the potential of AI as a learning and productivity tool, they are increasingly seeking to craft policies and guidance that address all facets of this evolving technology.  At the 2026 CoSN Annual Conference in Chicago, IT leaders from K–12 districts shared how they are formulating their AI policies and guardrails to ensure responsible adoption. AI Guidelines Mirror District Values When ChatGPT was released in… Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:04:51 -0400 Amy McIntosh https://edtechmagazine.com/k12/article/2026/04/cosn-2026-how-k-12-districts-are-tackling-responsible-ai-adoption