Article EANS Funding Nov 16, 2023 The Department released the requirements for EANS II and updated FAQs.
Article Digital Distractions Nov 16, 2023 Between phones, laptops, tablets, and more, it’s easy to get stuck in the endless cycle of staring at our screens – especially for students. Social media is simply how students are social.
Article Telecom Optimization Audits: Understanding What Services You’re Really Paying For Nov 6, 2023 Understanding your organization’s internet and phone systems can be challenging, particularly when it comes to knowing what to pay for these services. Internet, landline, and phone systems can cost you thousands - or hundreds of thousands - of dollars each year.
Article Five Steps to Develop a Security Program Oct 22, 2023 Developing a practical and effective cyber security plan is vital to incorporating security into your organization’s risk management strategy. A common misconception is that a cyber security plan is lengthy and difficult to follow. However, that does not have to be the case.
Article Five Most Common Findings in Independent School Security Assessments Oct 22, 2023 The independent school community faces a unique set of challenges when securing their sensitive data, with students, parents, facility, and administrators traversing the network from a variety of different platforms each day.
Article A Year Left of EANS - Could it be Helpful for Your School? Oct 4, 2023 We’ve all heard a lot of information about ESSER funds, but there is a lesser known fund that came out of the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations (CRRSA) Act and the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act specifically for nonpublic schools.
Article Finding a Framework to Bridge Literacies and Bolster Inclusion Oct 4, 2023 As educators, we wield the power to cultivate understanding, acceptance, and empathy among our students. With each disruptive innovation, this power undergoes subtle refinement.
Article The Inspiration that Surrounds Us Oct 3, 2023 Beautiful quotes from brilliant minds have inspired me from the early days of my professional career. Motivation as lines from well known storytellers, messages from world leaders, ideas from scientists – ending up on posters on our classroom walls and as sign offs in our email signatures.
Article The Blind Spot: Hidden Biases of Good People Sep 19, 2023 A father and his son are in a car accident. The father dies at the scene, and the son, badly injured, is rushed to the hospital. In the operating room, the surgeon looks at the boy and says, “I can’t operate on this boy. He is my son."
Article Principles of AI for Tech Leaders Sep 19, 2023 The rise of generative artificial intelligence (AI) has brought forth new opportunities and considerations for K-12 education. As technology leaders in schools, it is crucial to understand the potential impact of generative AI on teaching, learning, assessment, and access to education.
Article Fostering Student Agency, Purpose, and Innovation: A Guide for Independent School Technology Leaders Sep 19, 2023 Technology directors in K-12 independent schools hold a crucial role in shaping the learning experiences of our students. Beyond managing devices and networks, your responsibility extends to fostering agency, purpose, and innovation among the young minds we serve.
Article Don't Let the Tail Wag the Dog Sep 19, 2023 As we thought leaders implement new tools into our school communities, it's critical that we not let the 'tail wag the dog'.
Article Creating a Technology Vision for an Independent School Sep 19, 2023 I was recently asked to share my thoughts on developing a technology vision for an independent school. I have learned a lot (and continue to learn) from this process over the years and I think it essentially comes down to five things:
Article Conducting the Technology Orchestra Sep 19, 2023 Almost 30 years ago when I started in Educational Technology, the job description for being a school tech leader was vague. Personally, my biggest qualification was that I knew more about computers/technology than anyone else at the school.
Article The Power of AI and Regular Iteration: A Better Path for K-12 Education Sep 16, 2023 In December 2022, under the blanket of an expectant winter, OpenAI introduced a new resource, the epitome of their human-to-machine technological prowess - ChatGPT.
Article AI Literacy in the Writing Classroom Sep 16, 2023 While composing this piece, I find myself contemplating the various approaches one can take when teaching students about AI. There are undoubtedly several methods to consider, but here I aim to focus on the strategies that have proven effective in my writing classrooms.
Article Problem Solving Sep 16, 2023 Have you ever looked at your academic programming and wondered how to make it relevant to real-world problems? Enter: computer science. And, the best part is that you don’t need a lab dedicated to computer science to teach these principles (though, it helps!).
Article Experiential and Kinesthetic Learning in the Modern Classroom Sep 16, 2023 From its earliest roots in modern educational philosophy, most notably championed in the early 20th century by John Dewey, experiential learning has permeated throughout schools, universities, and in the workforce, and is now recognized as a core approach in how we can best make sense of the abst
Article Creative Solutions to the IT Staffing Puzzle in Schools Sep 16, 2023 Independent schools are sizing up their technology departments to meet new demands and expectations for technology. This presents a puzzle for many school leaders who are seeing that it is time to make long overdue investments in technology and are working on a fixed budget.
Article Creating a Consistent Data Management Structure Is your school’s data being managed effectively? Or is it effectively running itself? Sep 16, 2023 The proliferation of inexpensive (or expensive in some cases!) cloud-based solutions has allowed school data to roam freely across platforms, programs, and departments.
Article The Journey Continues: Sustaining Your Leadership Growth Sep 14, 2023 In our previous article, "Overcoming Roadblocks: Unlocking Your Leadership Potential," we explored how to overcome barriers and unleash your leadership potential.
Article Overcoming Roadblocks: Unlocking Your Leadership Potential Sep 14, 2023 In our professional and personal lives, we often encounter roadblocks that hinder our growth and limit our ability to reach our full potential as leaders.
Article Navigating the Permacrisis: Continuing Challenges and Opportunities in Education Sep 14, 2023 As we emerge from the shadows of the pandemic, it is tempting to believe that the challenges faced by schools are behind us.
Article Leadership Shifts Sep 14, 2023 In an ATLIS Town Hall, participants pondered the changes that have come to the leadership role of technologists in independent schools, including acting as trusted guides for the many complex technologies that are now desired at their schools.
Article AI-Generated Content Disclosure and Approval for Projects and Authentic Assessments Contributors include: Artur Morka, Mimi Liu-Leyco, Tony DePrato, Cristi LeBron, Jenn Zanoria, Chris Case, Kelly Enright, Isha Jain, Kathryn Dodson, Jen Cronan Flinn Sep 12, 2023 As the use of AI becomes more prevalent in education, it is crucial to establish clear guidelines and protocols regarding the use of AI-generated content in student projects and assessments.
Article Sample Parent Communications Regarding Generative AI Sep 12, 2023 Sample Consent LettersSample 1Dear Families,We are excited to announce that we will be introducing a new project in our class that involves [project details here]. As part of this project, we will be using an online AI-based chatbot called ChatGPT.
Article How to Discuss AI With Stakeholders Contributors include: Artur Morka, Mimi Liu-Leyco, Tony DePrato, Cristi LeBron, Jenn Zanoria, Chris Case, Kelly Enright, Isha Jain, Kathryn Dodson, Jen Cronan Flinn Sep 12, 2023 Policies without context are difficult to implement. This exercise will help identify areas of concern and the specific areas policies need to focus on. This template can be customized and used in small groups.
Article What Generative AI Represents for Students Sep 11, 2023 A school is either a place defined by its recipes or by its inspiration.In one classroom, a student may learn exactly which hoops to jump through, do what's asked, receive the needed grade, and advance to the next set of hoops.
Article Web 3.0 for Independent Schools Sep 6, 2023 The introduction of Web 3.0 holds enormous potential for changing the educational landscape of independent schools in an era of quick technology advancements.
Article Navigating the AI Revolution in Education: From Reflections to Transformations AI in Education: A Double-Edged Sword Sep 6, 2023 As a fervent advocate for innovative educational practices, I have watched the meteoric rise of AI in the educational landscape with interest, curiosity, and a dash of trepidation.
Article Building Trust and Collaboration: The Key to a Successful Partnership between Business Officers and Tech Directors Sep 6, 2023 As schools increasingly rely on technology to support their operations and deliver quality education, the relationship between business officers and tech directors plays a vital role in ensuring smooth functioning and strategic decision-making.
Article Zero Balance Budgeting for Tech Leaders Sep 5, 2023 Zero-balance budgeting is an effective approach for technology leaders in K-12 independent schools to manage their financial resources efficiently. Zero-balance budgeting is a budgeting approach that aims to allocate financial resources in a way that balances expenses with available funds.
Article Navigating the Permacrisis: Continuing Challenges and Opportunities in Education Sep 5, 2023 In our previous discussion on the book "Post Corona" by Scott Galloway, we delved into the concept of the Great Dispersion and its implications for education.
Article Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policies for Independent Schools Contributors include: Artur Morka, Mimi Liu-Leyco, Tony DePrato, Cristi LeBron, Jenn Zanoria, Chris Case, Kelly Enright, Isha Jain, Kathryn Dodson, Jen Cronan Flinn Sep 1, 2023 As AI continues to revolutionize the educational landscape, it is essential for schools to adapt their policies to ensure ethical and responsible use of these powerful technologies.
Article A Deep Dive Into the World of Educational Technology Revisiting a conversation with Dr. George Siemens Sep 1, 2023 A thought-provoking exploration of educational technology as we revisit a deep dive into the subject with the esteemed Dr. George Siemens. In that enlightening conversation, Dr. Siemens shared his top four takeaways that shed light on the evolving landscape of education in a digital age.
Article Do You Want Sympathy or Solutions? Sep 1, 2023 Damien Barrett shares his philosophy for working with stressed colleagues and students during challenging times. In this guest blog post, he provides further insights on this topic.
Article Sustaining and Scaling Student Agency, Purpose, and Innovation: Continuing the Journey for Technology Directors in K-12 Independent Schools Aug 31, 2023 In the article “Fostering Student Agency, Purpose, and Innovation: A Guide for Independent School Technology Leaders”, we explored practical strategies for fostering student agency, purpose, and innovatio