Data Privacy
Resources, professional learning, services, and support for helping districts protect student and mission-critical data.
Consulting, resources, and support
Securing and managing mission-critical data is not a one-person job. That’s why the Learning Technology Center provides support for implementing the latest data security protocols and complying with state and federal mandates, including SOPPA.
Our team stays at the forefront of K-12 data privacy and security innovations. Through our one-on-one consultations, events, and resources, we can put that knowledge to work for you by creating productive workflows and data management solutions for your district.
Protecting Our Future: Partnering to Safeguard K–12 Organizations from Cybersecurity Threats
This report, created by the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency, provides recommendations and resources to help K-12 schools and school districts address systemic cybersecurity risk.
What Is Data Privacy?
When you think of privacy, what comes to mind? Closing your window shades? Keeping your phone screen locked? Shutting the door when you have a sensitive conversation?
We do all of these things to preserve our privacy, but it is important to know exactly what we’re talking about when we say “privacy.” And it is important to know that privacy means something very specific when it comes to your digital life, because it revolves around your rights to protect your personal data.
6 Ways To Help Employees Be Privacy Aware
Teach your employees how to update their privacy and security settings on their devices and promote awareness about privacy, safeguard data and enable trust throughout the workplace with these tips.
pieces of data. This data tells the story of you.
How To Be A Data Snob
Data privacy might seem like an abstract concept, but it couldn’t be more personal. You generate a long scroll of data every time you access the internet, and sometimes when you don’t – your home address, health records, and Social Security are all technically
pieces of data. This data tells the story of you.
Respect Customer Privacy Infographic
Here’s an infographic on how important customers data privacy really is, from what percentage of consumers appreciate that companies gives them control over what information is collected about them to what percentage wanted a greater transparency on how a company is using their data.
Student Data Privacy Consortium (SDPC) National Data Privacy Agreement (NDPA) Press Release
The Student Data Privacy Consortium (SDPC), a special interest group of the non-profit Access 4 Learning (A4L) Community, is proud to announce the release of the first National Data Privacy Agreement (NDPA) to streamline application contracting and set common expectations between schools/districts and marketplace providers.
Illinois-National Data Privacy Agreement v1.0a (IL-NDPA)
The IL-NDPA is a data privacy agreement that has been created at a national level by the Student Data Privacy Consortium and customized at a State of Illinois level by the Illinois Council of School Attorneys’ (ICSA) workgroup of the Illinois Association of School Boards (IASB).
SOPPA Amendments 2021: Requirements for Written Agreements and Strategies for Risk Mitigation
SOPPA Amendments 2021: Requirements for Written Agreements and Strategies for Risk Mitigation – This webinar was presented in collaboration with Robbins-Schwartz, the Learning Technology Center of Illinois, Gallagher, and Secure Halo to discuss SOPPA’s contract requirements and related cyber liability security measures and risk management strategies and solutions.
All Things SOPPA & SDPC
New to SOPPA or the Student Data Privacy Consortium (SDPC) database? Curious about updates to both? Join us each month for a concise discussion on enhancing data privacy in all K-12 schools.
SOPPA/SDPC Refresher and Updates
Now that SOPPA is a mainstay for Illinois K-12 schools, maintaining your school’s data privacy policies and procedures remains as important as ever. Join us for several SOPPA updates, including how districts should continue creating and organizing their data privacy agreements.
Illinois Education and Technology Conference 2024 (IETC)
Learn, collaborate, and connect with fellow edtech enthusiasts and leaders during a multi-day professional learning experience ideal for collaborating one-on-one with peers and forging meaningful connections.
2023 Education Conferences for Teachers, Administrators & Coaches
No matter your role in education and technology, conferences remain one of the best places to explore new strategies, discover new resources, and connect with peers. Check out all of these note-worthy edtech conferences coming up in 2023!
4 Cybersecurity Tips for School Staff & Students
Each October, the US recognizes Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a multi-week opportunity for everyone – including K-12 school districts – to recommit themselves to protecting digital networks and data. Here are a few quick tips to help your staff and students better understand their role in keeping educational networks secure.
Discover New Possibilities @ IETC 2022
New location, new events, and limitless new possibilities – that’s what’s in store for IETC 2022. Discover fresh ways to support classroom integration, develop robust technology environments, and harness edtech’s full potential during 3 keynotes, 120+ breakout sessions, and more!