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Five Critical Guidelines for Data Privacy Across School Districts

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When Congress passed FERPA (The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) in 1974, school and district leaders could rely on once-a-year training and reviews to make sure they remained in compliance. Now, when educators could potentially add a new app with a few mouse clicks, managing student data privacy is a never-ending task.

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5 Reasons to Address Cyber Security

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Today, she is based in Los Angeles, California working as a public speaker, writer, and independent education consultant focused on supporting leadership, visioning and planning to meet the needs of today’s students. She serves on the board of PowerMyLearning Los Angeles and on the advisory board of Project Tomorrow.

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Hack Education Weekly News

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” Via Chalkbeat ’s Colorado outlet: “Fate of Douglas County’s high-profile voucher program to be weighed at special meeting.” Via Edsurge : “New Company Says by Using Its Service, Students Can Test Classroom Tech Before Arriving on Campus.” So much for democracy, I guess. Loss In 2016.”

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