How Independent Schools Leverage Technology to Reduce Risk
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Join us for a dynamic presentation designed for Technology Leaders in Independent Schools. This webinar will highlight how schools leverage location-tracking technology, student safety tools, and proactive strategies to reduce risk and bolster operational resilience.
You'll gain expert insights from legal practitioners, technology leaders, and insurance providers' perspectives as we explore various innovative approaches to managing risk in the independent school context. You'll also hear directly from a school leader about their experiences enhancing student safety, navigating insurance requirements, and addressing legal responsibilities through effective technology and processes.
Don’t miss this chance to uncover practical strategies and actionable insights designed to meet the unique challenges of independent schools.
Takeaways
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Plan AI Use
2025 is the year of AI for schools, but it needs to be implemented in a planned way with careful consideration of cybersecurity and privacy issues.
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Prioritize Privacy
Schools need to get to the front lines on privacy, as many have not yet dealt with it adequately.
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Stay Updated
Staying on the leading edge of security is crucial, as what was good 6 months ago may not be sufficient now.
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Conditional Access
Schools should move to conditional access, allowing only credentialed devices to access networks and email.
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Deploy MDM
Mobile device management (MDM) should be deployed on all devices, including laptops, to enhance security and threat detection.
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Email Security
Email security is essential, and schools should implement sandboxes and increase licensing levels to enable features like geo-fencing and robust access logs.
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Vet Partners
Choosing the right technology partners is crucial, as schools should look for security certifications and understand where data is stored and shared.
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Track Students
Knowing where students are is at the heart of keeping them safe, and technology can help track student locations and flag any missing students.
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Monitor Behavior
Monitoring student behavior, including tracking attendance and emotional well-being, can help identify at-risk students and enable early intervention.
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Communication is Key
Effective communication is essential, and schools should ensure they have accurate contact information and auditable records of communication between students and staff.
