Data Privacy
Resources, professional learning, services, and support for helping districts protect student and mission-critical data.
Consulting, resources, and support
Securing and managing mission-critical data is not a one-person job. That’s why the Learning Technology Center provides support for implementing the latest data security protocols and complying with state and federal mandates, including SOPPA.
Our team stays at the forefront of K-12 data privacy and security innovations. Through our one-on-one consultations, events, and resources, we can put that knowledge to work for you by creating productive workflows and data management solutions for your district.
Trusted Learning Environment (TLE) Seal Program
Show your commitment to student data privacy with free access to CoSN’s Trusted Learning Environment (TLE) Seal Program, empowering Illinois K-12 schools to build trust, improve data privacy practices, and demonstrate leadership through this exclusive
Protecting Our Future: Partnering to Safeguard K–12 Organizations from Cybersecurity Threats
This report, created by the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency, provides recommendations and resources to help K-12 schools and school districts address systemic cybersecurity risk.
Student Data Privacy Consortium (SDPC) National Data Privacy Agreement (NDPA) Press Release
The Student Data Privacy Consortium (SDPC), a special interest group of the non-profit Access 4 Learning (A4L) Community, is proud to announce the release of the first National Data Privacy Agreement (NDPA) to streamline application
Strengthening Cybersecurity in K-12 Education Through Internal Assessments
Physical and Cybersecurity for Critical Infrastructure (SummIT Pre-Conference)
Open to SummIT attendees and all K-12 technology leaders, this course lays the groundwork for collaboration among individuals and organizations responsible for both physical and cybersecurity – including K-12 schools, law enforcement, and more.
“A Big Year Ahead” – Takeaways from SecurED Schools 2021
The 4th annual SecurED Schools conference concluded back on Thursday, January 14. Though this year’s gathering was held virtually, technology leaders from around Illinois still participated in plenty of insightful conversations about the future of
“Keeping it real with real educators” – Takeaways from IETC 2021
The 28th annual Illinois Education and Technology Conference (IETC) wrapped up on November 19 after three days packed with exploring edtech’s latest integration strategies and best practices. Read up on highlights from this year’s conference,
“We need to act. Now.” 4 Takeaways from SecurED Schools 2025
January’s conference was packed with actionable cybersecurity insights. Here’s what we learned from this year’s conversation leaders – including K-12 tech leaders and national experts.
2023 Education Conferences for Teachers, Administrators & Coaches
No matter your role in education and technology, conferences remain one of the best places to explore new strategies, discover new resources, and connect with peers. Check out all of these note-worthy edtech conferences coming
4 Cybersecurity Tips for School Staff & Students
Each October, the US recognizes Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a multi-week opportunity for everyone – including K-12 school districts – to recommit themselves to protecting digital networks and data. Here are a few quick tips to
