Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming part of the tools students use to learn, create, and communicate. From tutoring assistants and writing support tools to adaptive learning platforms, AI has the potential to transform education in meaningful ways.

At the same time, the growing presence of AI in education raises important questions for parents, educators, and edtech providers: Can these tools support learning while protecting students’ privacy, safety, and well-being?

Organizations across education, technology, and child safety are working together to help ensure AI is developed and used responsibly. For example, Common Sense Media offers a great resource designed to help families and educators understand AI, how it works, and how students interact with it are becoming increasingly important.

AI Is Quickly Becoming Part of Students’ Learning Environments

Students are already interacting with AI in many aspects of their digital lives. AI-powered tools can help personalize learning experiences, assist with research and writing, and provide instant feedback that supports student growth.

At the same time, young people are still developing the skills needed to critically evaluate information and understand how technology works. Research shows that many teens are both excited and uncertain about emerging technologies like AI. While they see the benefits of these tools, they also express concerns about trust, accuracy, and how these technologies may affect their future.

This highlights the importance of helping students develop AI literacy—the ability to understand how AI works, recognize its limitations, and use it responsibly.

Building AI Literacy for Families and Educators

Helping students navigate AI effectively requires guidance from both schools and families.

Educational resources can encourage parents and educators to talk with students about how AI tools work, how they generate information, and when their outputs should be questioned or verified. 

These conversations can help students:

• Understand that AI systems can make mistakes
• Recognize when AI-generated content should be verified
• Use AI tools as learning supports rather than shortcuts
• Think critically about how technology shapes information

In the same way that parents have helped their children navigate the online world using digital literacy skills, those same skills must now be applied to the use of AI. By building these competencies early, educators and families can help students develop healthy, responsible relationships with emerging technologies.  Visit iKeepSafe.org for ideas on how to help your students be resilient digital citizens in a changing digital landscape.     

iKeepSafe Privacy Certifications simplify privacy compliance for education technology vendors and make it easy for schools to identify websites, apps, data management platforms, and other technology products that follow various privacy laws governing student data. Products that carry the iKeepSafe badge provide educators and parents with the assurance that the product meets iKeepSafe’s standards in the areas of privacy, safety, and security.

Teachally uses the power of AI and a smart multi-agent system to help K-12 educators create high-quality instructional materials aligned to state standards, district priorities, and HQIM expectations. Built on a full state alignment system and a library of more than 1 million standards and skills, Teachally generates complete lesson kits including lesson plans, assessments, presentations, enrichments, and differentiation designed to support rigorous, classroom-ready instruction. Teachally also includes privacy protections designed to detect and remove personally identifiable information, or PII, before information is transmitted to AI systems or third-party services.

“At Teachally, we believe schools should not have to choose between innovation and privacy,” said Daniel Bernstein, CEO of Teachally. “Earning the iKeepSafe COPPA Safe Harbor, FERPA, and California Student Privacy Certifications underscores our commitment to helping educators create high-quality instructional materials that are standards-aligned, HQIM-focused, and built with strong protections for student information.”

“We congratulate Teachally on earning the iKeepSafe COPPA Safe Harbor, FERPA, and California Student Privacy Certifications. This process clearly shows their dedication to safeguarding student data,” said iKeepSafe President Amber Lindsay. “Schools can feel confident that Teachally meets iKeepSafe’s high standards of data privacy protection.”

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ABOUT TEACHALLY

Teachally helps teachers turn standards, district priorities, and HQIM expectations into ready-to-teach instructional materials. Powered by AI and a coordinated multi-agent system behind the scenes, Teachally supports educator workflow with lesson plans, assessments, presentations, differentiation, and instructional resources built for classroom use. With a 50-state alignment system and more than 1 million pre-loaded standards and skills, Teachally helps schools strengthen instructional quality while keeping teachers at the center of the experience.

ABOUT IKEEPSAFE 

The Internet Keep Safe Coalition (iKeepSafe) certifies digital products as compliant with state and federal requirements for handling protected personal information. We help organizations achieve and maintain compliance through product assessments, monthly monitoring, annual training, and assistance with remediation.

Governors, First Spouses, and State Attorneys General from throughout the United States joined with law enforcement agencies, and child safety advocates in the formation of the Internet Keep Safe Coalition (iKeepSafe) a national effort promoting the safe and healthy use of technology. iKeepSafe was founded by Jacalyn S. Leavitt, former First Lady of Utah, in 2005. Over the past decade, iKeepSafe has evolved into a leading organization trusted internationally by families, educators, and industry.

“iKeepSafe’s FERPA badge is the first independent assessment program for the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. The program seeks to help educators and parents identify edtech services and tools that protect student data privacy.

“FERPA certification reflects something we’ve believed from day one—that the students and institutions who trust us with their learning deserve the same rigour in how we protect their data as we bring to the experiences themselves,” said Vangili Palaniappan, CEO & Co-Founder of Brahmarsive. “As we scale across medical schools and universities, this is the foundation that makes everything else possible.”

“We commend Brahmarsive for their demonstrated dedication to student privacy through earning the iKeepSafe FERPA badge,” said Amber Lindsay, President of iKeepSafe. “As schools increasingly look to independent, third-party evaluations to assess the privacy and safety practices of education technology providers, this recognition gives them confidence that Brahmarsive meets iKeepSafe’s rigorous standards.”

Products participating in the iKeepSafe FERPA assessment must undergo annual re-evaluation to continue displaying the iKeepSafe FERPA badge. For the evaluation, an independent privacy expert reviewed Brahmarsive, its privacy policy and practices, as well as its data security practices.

For more information, visit iKeepSafe.org/participating-companies.

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ABOUT BRAHMARSIVE

Brahmarsive is a global immersive reality company whose enterprise-grade, no-code SaaS platform enables healthcare institutions, education providers, and enterprises to build, own, and deploy high-fidelity immersive experiences — without developers, agencies, or technical complexity. In medical education, its flagship Digital Cadaver gives every student dissection-grade, layer-by-layer access to human anatomy, 24/7, removing the physical and financial constraints of the traditional cadaveric lab and replacing one-shot table time with unlimited practice.

Brahmarsive serves organisations across healthcare, education, aviation, construction, occupational safety, and retail — wherever the gap between knowing and doing has real consequences. Its Anatomy 360 platform extends immersive human biology into schools and universities, supporting curriculum delivery, clinical preparation, and career discovery for learners at every level.

ABOUT IKEEPSAFE 

The Internet Keep Safe Coalition (iKeepSafe) certifies digital products as compliant with state and federal requirements for handling protected personal information. We help organizations achieve and maintain compliance through product assessments, monthly monitoring, annual training, and assistance with remediation.

Governors, First Spouses, and State Attorneys General from throughout the United States joined with law enforcement agencies, and child safety advocates in the formation of the Internet Keep Safe Coalition (iKeepSafe) a national effort promoting the safe and healthy use of technology. iKeepSafe was founded by Jacalyn S. Leavitt, former First Lady of Utah, in 2005. Over the past decade, iKeepSafe has evolved into a leading organization trusted internationally by families, educators, and industry.

iKeepSafe Privacy Certifications simplify privacy compliance for education technology vendors and make it easy for schools to identify websites, apps, data management platforms, and other technology products that follow various privacy laws governing student data. Products that carry the iKeepSafe badge provide educators and parents with the assurance that the product meets iKeepSafe’s standards in the areas of privacy, safety, and security.

ASSISTments is a free, nonprofit digital math platform that helps teachers assign curriculum-aligned math practice with instant feedback, built-in student supports, and actionable insights. Used by educators nationwide, ASSISTments is designed to improve student learning outcomes while supporting equitable access to high-quality math instruction. As a research-driven organization, ASSISTments prioritizes responsible data use and strong privacy protections for students, educators, and families.

“Protecting student data is fundamental to our mission,” said Britt Neuhaus, Co-Executive Director at ASSISTments. “Earning the iKeepSafe COPPA Safe Harbor and FERPA Certifications reflects our deep commitment to safeguarding student information and providing schools and districts with a trusted, secure platform they can use with confidence.”

“We congratulate ASSISTments on earning the iKeepSafe COPPA Safe Harbor and FERPA Certifications! Their commitment to this process clearly shows their dedication to safeguarding student data,” said iKeepSafe President Amber Lindsay.

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ABOUT ASSISTments

The ASSISTments Foundation (TAF) is a non-profit organization founded in 2019 with a mission to transform math education through evidence-based innovations. TAF is committed to creating equitable learning opportunities that help students excel in mathematics. In collaboration with Worcester Polytechnic Institute, TAF conducts groundbreaking research in the learning sciences to continuously improve the ASSISTments platform.

ABOUT IKEEPSAFE

The Internet Keep Safe Coalition (iKeepSafe) certifies digital products as compliant with state and federal requirements for handling protected personal information. We help organizations achieve and maintain compliance through product assessments, monthly monitoring, annual training, and assistance with remediation. To view iKeepSafe’s list of assessed products, visit https://ikeepsafe.org/products/.

December 28, 2025 —iKeepSafe is pleased to announce that Innovamat has earned the iKeepSafe COPPA Safe Harbor, FERPA, and California Student Data Privacy Certifications. These certifications signify that Innovamat’s offering has been proactively and independently assessed by iKeepSafe, an experienced privacy protection organization.

iKeepSafe Privacy Certifications simplify privacy compliance for education technology vendors and make it easy for schools to identify websites, apps, data management platforms, and other technology products that follow various privacy laws governing student data. Products that carry the iKeepSafe badge provide educators and parents with the assurance that the product meets iKeepSafe’s standards in the areas of privacy, safety, and security.

Innovamat is an international educational publisher specializing in mathematics, partnering with schools and districts to make math meaningful, engaging, and accessible to all students. Through its high-quality instructional materials, research-based curriculum, and comprehensive professional learning model, Innovamat supports educators in fostering deep mathematical understanding while ensuring responsible and secure data practices. Earning these certifications reinforces Innovamat’s commitment to safeguarding student information while supporting teaching and learning.

“At Innovamat, we approach data protection as a fundamental element of trust,” said Xavi Vila, Head of Legal at Innovamat. “Our commitment extends beyond simple compliance: we are dedicated to handling user data with the utmost respect and strict adherence to global best practices. Achieving iKeepSafe certification is a powerful validation of this ongoing work and our philosophy of only processing data strictly necessary for delivering our educational services. It reinforces our promise to schools, parents, and students that data protection is non-negotiable.”

“We’re pleased to recognize Innovamat for achieving the iKeepSafe COPPA Safe Harbor, FERPA, and California Student Privacy Certifications,” said iKeepSafe President Amber Lindsay. “Completing this rigorous review demonstrates Innovamat’s strong commitment to protecting student information, and gives schools added confidence that the company meets iKeepSafe’s trusted privacy standards.”

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ABOUT INNOVAMAT 

Innovamat is an international educational publisher specializing in mathematics, founded in Spain and now partnering with over 2,600 schools and more than 22,000 teachers across the United States, Spain, Mexico, Italy, Chile, Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, and Peru. Its mission is to make math meaningful by equipping teachers with high-quality instructional materials and tools that empower students to think critically in math, foster deep conceptual understanding, and stay engaged through rich, meaningful math experiences.

ABOUT IKEEPSAFE

The Internet Keep Safe Coalition (iKeepSafe) certifies digital products as compliant with state and federal requirements for handling protected personal information. We help organizations achieve and maintain compliance through product assessments, monthly monitoring, annual training, and assistance with remediation. To view iKeepSafe’s list of assessed products, visit https://ikeepsafe.org/products/.

iKeepSafe Privacy Certifications simplify privacy compliance for education technology vendors and make it easy for schools to identify websites, apps, data management platforms, and other technology products that follow various privacy laws governing student data. Products that carry the iKeepSafe badge provide educators and parents with the assurance that the product meets iKeepSafe’s standards in the areas of privacy, safety, and security.

CuePilot AI is a full-stack, AI-powered preschool platform built across the core pillars of administration, learning, and communication. Powered by voice-based AI, CuePilot automates 80% of administrative tasks outside the classroom, enabling teachers to focus on what matters most: children in the classroom. This shift directly saves teachers significant time, improves day-to-day efficiency, and enables educators to deliver higher-quality learning experiences. It also increases parent delight by enabling real-time communication, progress visibility, and transparent engagement. CuePilot is fully customized for multi-centre preschools and franchises, offering leadership comprehensive academic and operational dashboards for informed decision-making across centers.

“At CuePilot, our priority is ensuring that children’s data and privacy are protected to the highest standards,” said CuePilot AI CEO Ankur Agarwal. “Earning these certifications reinforces our commitment to building technology that schools and parents can trust. We’re proud to partner with preschools in creating safe, transparent and meaningful learning environments.”

“We congratulate CuePilot AI on earning the iKeepSafe COPPA Safe Harbor and FERPA Certifications! Their commitment to this process clearly shows their dedication to safeguarding student data,” said iKeepSafe President Amber Lindsay.

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ABOUT CUEPILOT AI

CuePilot AI is an AI-powered preschool management platform that streamlines administration, enhances classroom learning, and strengthens parent communication. CuePilot combines voice-based automation with intelligent dashboards to reduce administrative workload and improve academic and operational decision-making. By saving teachers time and increasing visibility for parents, CuePilot enables higher-quality early education experiences and supports preschools in delivering excellence at scale.  Visit their website and LinkedIn for more details.

ABOUT IKEEPSAFE

The Internet Keep Safe Coalition (iKeepSafe) certifies digital products as compliant with state and federal requirements for handling protected personal information. We help organizations achieve and maintain compliance through product assessments, monthly monitoring, annual training, and assistance with remediation. To view iKeepSafe’s list of assessed products, visit https://ikeepsafe.org/products/.

iKeepSafe was proud to once again host the NICE K12 Cybersecurity Education Conference. We convened this year in Nashville, Tennessee on December 8–9, bringing together educators, administrators, school counselors, students, government representatives, and industry professionals from across the country to share insights and advance K–12 cybersecurity education. 

The conference kicked off with a dynamic lineup of pre-conference workshops designed to strengthen hands-on skills and deepen participants’ understanding of effective cybersecurity education practices. From there, the main conference built momentum through engaging keynotes and panels led by thought leaders and practitioners, exploring topics such as expanding access to cybersecurity pathways, increasing career awareness, and empowering students through gamified learning experiences and competitive programs.

These themes were carried throughout the conference’s four thoughtfully designed tracks, each tailored to a key area of K12 cybersecurity education. Track 1: Increasing Cybersecurity Career Awareness focused on strategies to engage and inspire students to explore cybersecurity careers. Track 2: Multidisciplinary & Innovative Approaches to Cybersecurity Education highlighted creative ways to integrate cybersecurity concepts across subjects and foster inventive teaching practices. Track 3: Designing Cybersecurity Career Pathways showcased models that support students in earning credentials, accessing dual-enrollment opportunities, and navigating clear routes into post-secondary education and the workforce. Track 4: Promoting Cyber Awareness emphasized building the knowledge, skills, and behaviors needed for safe, ethical, and resilient use of technology among both students and educators.

One of the most inspiring moments of the week was National Cyber Signing Day, which celebrated K12 students who are taking meaningful early steps into cybersecurity pathways.

This year’s honorees included Kyle Rabago (University of Texas at San Antonio), Kingston Morgan (The Kearns Academy), Caleb Kingan (Lakota West High School), Danika Jimenez (Cal Poly Pomona), Jessica Counselman (Acellus Academy), Alex Cantor (Des Moines Public Schools), Samantha Boothe (Lakota West High School), and Byrch Baker (Mid-Del Technology Center). Together with the advisors and families cheering them on, these students represent the future of the cyber workforce. 

For more information, visit nationalcybersigningday.org, where past ceremonies and additional resources are also posted.

Three dynamic panel sessions broadened the conversation around awareness and access to cyber pathways for K12 students. In Strengthening the Cybersecurity Talent Pipeline: Counselors as Connectors, panelists highlighted the pivotal role school counselors play in guiding students toward post-secondary options and cybersecurity careers, sharing practical, replicable strategies for expanding student exposure. 

The Student Panel offered a firsthand look at the experiences of high school students navigating cybersecurity pathways, including how they first became interested in the field, the opportunities and obstacles they see, and their advice for educators hoping to better support emerging talent. 

Rounding out the discussions, the Fireside Chat: How Cyber Competitions Motivate and Empower Students explored how competitions and gamified learning can make complex cybersecurity concepts more approachable, build critical problem-solving skills, and foster student confidence, while also providing educators with actionable ideas for bringing competitions into their classrooms.

Overall, the 2025 NICE K12 Cybersecurity Education Conference reaffirmed the power of collaboration in shaping the future of cybersecurity education. By bringing together key stakeholders, the conference highlighted both the urgency and the opportunity to build strong, inclusive pathways into cybersecurity from an early age. Attendees left with practical strategies, new partnerships, and renewed inspiration to expand access, strengthen awareness, and empower the next generation of cyber-ready learners. 

Interested in shaping the 2026 conference? Join the Conference Planning Committee and play a key role in bringing it to life. Email conference@ikeepsafe.org to learn more.

iKeepSafe Privacy Certifications simplify privacy compliance for education technology vendors and make it easy for schools to identify websites, apps, data management platforms, and other technology products that follow various privacy laws governing student data. Products that carry the iKeepSafe badge provide educators and parents with the assurance that the product meets iKeepSafe’s standards in the areas of privacy, safety, and security.

Grow X SEL is a student-centered platform that helps students (grades 2–6) explore and strengthen their social and emotional skills in a fun, supportive learning environment. Built on over 15 years of research and classroom experience, it encourages students to understand themselves and others through daily emotion check-ins, interactive activities, and real-time feedback. The platform brings together four integrated components: (1) engaging, game-like social and emotional skill assessments that provide measurable insights, (2) real-time feedback that guides personal growth, (3) hands-on classroom kits that make social and emotional learning (SEL) experiential and relatable, and (4) step-by-step lessons with video supports that help teachers weave SEL into everyday instruction. Grow X SEL creates safe, inclusive spaces where students build self-awareness, empathy, and confidence, while giving teachers meaningful tools to nurture students’ learning and well-being.

“As educators ourselves, we understand how important it is to protect student privacy and create a safe space for learning,” said Dr. Jae H. Paik, Co-Founder of Grow X Education. “Earning iKeepSafe’s FERPA, COPPA, and CSPC certifications reaffirms our commitment to providing schools with secure, research-based tools that help every student grow academically, socially, and emotionally.”

“We congratulate Grow X on earning the iKeepSafe COPPA Safe Harbor, FERPA, and California Student Privacy Certifications! This process clearly shows their dedication to safeguarding student data,” said iKeepSafe President Amber Lindsay. “Schools can feel confident that Grow X meets iKeepSafe’s high standards of data privacy protection.”

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ABOUT GROW X EDUCATION

Grow X Education is an EdTech company dedicated to advancing holistic, research-based Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) for students worldwide. Founded by educators and researchers, the company partners with schools to create supportive, inclusive learning environments that foster both academic and emotional growth. Please visit https://growxeducation.com for more information about comprehensive SEL for all.

ABOUT IKEEPSAFE

The Internet Keep Safe Coalition (iKeepSafe) certifies digital products as compliant with state and federal requirements for handling protected personal information. We help organizations achieve and maintain compliance through product assessments, monthly monitoring, annual training, and assistance with remediation. To view iKeepSafe’s list of assessed products, visit https://ikeepsafe.org/products/ 

iKeepSafe Privacy Certifications simplify privacy compliance for education technology vendors and make it easy for schools to identify websites, apps, data management platforms, and other technology products that follow various privacy laws governing student data. Products that carry the iKeepSafe badge provide educators and parents with the assurance that the product meets iKeepSafe’s standards in the areas of privacy, safety, and security.

Cybernut Security Awareness Training is a leading K–12 cybersecurity education platform that helps schools strengthen their human firewall by training students, faculty, and staff to identify and avoid phishing, social engineering, and other digital threats. With age-appropriate training modules, phishing simulations, and educator support, Cybernut empowers school communities to build lasting cyber-safe habits while ensuring compliance with state and federal data privacy regulations.

“At Cybernut, protecting students goes beyond stopping phishing emails—it’s about creating a culture of digital responsibility and safety,” said Oliver Page, CEO of Cybernut. “Earning these iKeepSafe certifications demonstrates our commitment not only to high-quality training, but also to safeguarding the trust schools place in us to protect sensitive student data.”

“We congratulate Cybernut Security Awareness Training on earning the iKeepSafe COPPA Safe Harbor, FERPA, and California Student Privacy Certifications! Their commitment to this process clearly shows their dedication to safeguarding student data,” said iKeepSafe President Amber Lindsay.

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ABOUT CYBERNUT SECURITY AWARENESS TRAINING 

Cybernut is an innovative cybersecurity training platform purpose-built for K–12 schools. Founded with a mission to make cybersecurity education engaging, practical, and accessible, Cybernut equips students, teachers, and administrators with the skills needed to recognize and respond to today’s most common digital threats. By combining interactive learning, real-world phishing simulations, and compliance-focused reporting, Cybernut helps districts reduce risk, meet regulatory requirements, and foster a safer learning environment for all.

ABOUT IKEEPSAFE 

The Internet Keep Safe Coalition (iKeepSafe) certifies digital products as compliant with state and federal requirements for handling protected personal information. We help organizations achieve and maintain compliance through product assessments, monthly monitoring, annual training, and assistance with remediation.

Governors, First Spouses, and State Attorneys General from throughout the United States joined with law enforcement agencies, and child safety advocates in the formation of the Internet Keep Safe Coalition (iKeepSafe) a national effort promoting the safe and healthy use of technology. iKeepSafe was founded by Jacalyn S. Leavitt, former First Lady of Utah, in 2005. Over the past decade, iKeepSafe has evolved into a leading organization trusted internationally by families, educators, and industry.

Track your tech time. Start by becoming more mindful of how much time you spend on screens. There are many apps available that monitor screen time and provide insights into your digital habits. Use them to create awareness.

Model the balance you want to see. Take a moment to reflect on your screen use and whether it aligns with your values and goals. Demonstrating your efforts to create balance sends a powerful message to your kids.

Create a personalized device strategy. Outline how and when you’ll use your devices in a way that aligns with your priorities. For example, you might designate your bedroom as a screen-free sanctuary to encourage better rest and set a family-wide example.

10 Quick Digital Parenting Hacks

Want to help your family develop healthier tech habits? Try these quick ideas:

1. Don’t shy away from being a “digital parent”—your involvement matters.

2. Keep tabs on how much screen time your kids (and you!) are logging.

3. Power down screens at least an hour before bedtime to promote better sleep.

4. Charge devices outside the bedroom to avoid sleep disruptions.

5. Make mealtimes media-free to strengthen family connection.

6. Encourage kids to finish responsibilities—like homework or chores—before jumping on devices.

7. Notice signs of compulsive tech use, like checking your phone without a reason.

8. Help your child build a list of fun, offline activities they enjoy.

9. Support in-person social interactions and teach emotional regulation in digital spaces.

10. Expose kids to a variety of experiences to support their social, emotional, and physical development.

Want more tools?

Explore iKeepSafe’s free Cyberbalance resources for simple strategies to support healthy tech habits in your home.