IT & Cybersecurity

The KSDE information technology team is hosting a webinar at 1 p.m., April 16, featuring Anthony Essmaker, regional engagement manager at the Center for Internet Security's Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC).   

Essmaker will be providing information about the tools and services MS-ISAC provides to school districts across the nation, including cybersecurity resources and supports. By providing tools, training and threat intelligence, MS-ISAC empowers educational institutions to strengthen their digital defenses, combat cyber threats, and safeguard sensitive information.

The KSDE information technology team is hosting a webinar at 1 p.m., April 16, featuring Anthony Essmaker, regional engagement manager at the Center for Internet Security (MS-ISAC). 

Throughout October, the KSDE Information Technology staff will share tips to help you protect your digital life and understand the importance of cybersecurity in our world. 

The National Summit on K-12 School Safety and Security, hosted by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), will be Sept. 25-26, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. CST, each day. 

This virtual event brings together school safety experts, practitioners and leaders to discuss and share actionable recommendations that enhance safe and supportive learning environments in K-12 schools. Through expert panels, sessions and keynote addresses by leaders in the field, the summit explores current threats and issues in school safety and considers research-informed strategies for addressing security challenges. 

KSDE’s Information Technology (IT) team is offering a series of webinars hosted by experts to assist school technology directors and staff members, along with superintendents, principals and others who are interested, navigate the complex and critical practices of cybersecurity and data privacy. These 60-minute webinars will take place at 1 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month starting this month. 

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced a cybersecurity pilot program that will allocate up to $200 million to selected schools and libraries. Schools must apply and be chosen to participate in this three-year initiative.

The Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) will be hosting E-rate training sessions in October. Don Dietrich from BTU Consultants will conduct five in-person sessions across the state to discuss the E-rate program's opportunities and requirements.  

Information regarding registration and costs will be posted on each service center's website so check their websites periodically for information. KSDE will distribute registration details once they are provided by the service centers.   

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has unveiled a cybersecurity pilot program that will allocate up to $200 million to selected schools and libraries. To participate in this three-year initiative, schools must apply and be chosen.