Home 9 What We Do 9 Educational Technology Network 9 Cybersecurity and IT Best Practices

Cybersecurity and IT Best Practices

EdTech cybersecurity services help schools maintain safe learning environments while protecting the personal information families trust us to secure.

Schools face cybersecurity threats beyond cyberbullying that can disrupt learning and expose sensitive student and staff information. Our goal is to ensure every school has the tools and knowledge needed to create a secure and seamless technology environment for teaching and learning.

Be Prepared with Best Practices

Strong, secure, and well-managed technology systems are essential to supporting learning across Washington’s schools. Cybersecurity and IT Best Practices help ensure that the digital tools used by students, educators, and administrators are safe, reliable, and effective. This includes:

safeguarding student data
maintaining secure networks
managing devices efficiently
ensuring systems are up-to-date and accessible for all users

Education Technology Leads are committed to helping districts strengthen their cybersecurity and IT practices through professional development, technical guidance, and access to vetted tools and resources.

District Services



Professional Learning

EdTech Leads teach staff how to maintain secure systems through courses and online training. We create hybrid learning plans and continuing education programs that keep districts ahead of emerging threats.



Secure Network Solutions

We partner with procurement services to help districts acquire security tools and training. Our team also guides schools in building secure data networks that protect student and staff information while maintaining reliable internet access.



Hardware and Software Support

Our team provides technical support for cybersecurity hardware and software systems. Districts receive guidance on selecting, installing, and maintaining security tools that match their specific needs and budgets.