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FETC 2026: K–12 IT Leaders to Learn About Technology’s Future

Held in Orlando, Fla., this year’s event promises even more opportunities for professional development and networking.

Bob Fishtrom

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Access Control Keeps School Safe From Unwanted Guests

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Microsoft 365 Copilot Makes AI Accessible and Affordable

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Beyond Cellphone Bans: How K–12 Schools Are Teaching Digital Citizenship and Creativity

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AI Translation Breaks Down Language Barriers in K–12 Schools

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How to Reduce Digital Friction in K–12 Districts

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Rural School Districts Embrace Artificial Intelligence

AI is a thought partner. It’s that springboard that can help get you to where you need to go.”

Gabriel Carrillo, Instructional Technology Specialist, North East Independent School District

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Q&A: Matthew Winters Champions AI Literacy in Utah

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Facilitating Digital Wellness in K–12 Schools

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K-12 Turns to Vape Detectors to Extinguish a Persistent Problem in Schools

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Review: Lenovo ThinkPad Aura Edition Prioritizes Privacy and Productivity

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Review: ViewSonic’s WPD-900 Brings Effortless Screen-Sharing to Every Classroom

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3 Challenges to Overcome for AI/ML Adoption in the K–12 Schools

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Could Artificial General Intelligence Become a Reality?

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How Digital Monitoring Became One School District’s Warning System for Student Mental Health

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K–12 Districts Anticipate New Challenges and Priorities In 2026

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What Does Industry Research Say About K–12 Funding and Leadership?

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Bob Fishtrom

Security

Access Control Keeps School Safe From Unwanted Guests

Districts bolster physical security by screening guests with visitor management software and integrating that with door access control and surveillance cameras.

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Beyond Cellphone Bans: How K–12 Schools Are Teaching Digital Citizenship and Creativity

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K-12 Turns to Vape Detectors to Extinguish a Persistent Problem in Schools

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How Digital Monitoring Became One School District’s Warning System for Student Mental Health

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ISTELive 25: K–12 IT Influencers Examine AI in Education

Ed tech experts contemplate artificial intelligence’s possibilities, risks and future in schools and beyond.
ISTELive 25: Fund K–12 Projects with Creativity and Advocacy

Approach budgets like a puzzle and reach out to local or state-level stakeholders to fund K–12 ed tech initiatives.
ISTELive 25: The Intersection of Indigenous Culture and Technology

Technology shows K–12 students the importance of learning and preserving native perspectives.
ISTELive 25: A K–12 Student Repair Team Success Story

Bowling Green Independent School District teaches students real-world skills, training them to fix broken staff and student devices.
ISTELive 25: Empower Students to Shape Their Learning With Technology

Give K–12 students an opportunity to engage, share their voice and become leaders in education environments.

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How Hybrid Cloud Storage Improves Costs and Security for K–12 Districts

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Manage and Secure All of Your K–12 Endpoints

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Cloud Computing for AI Infrastructure: What K–12 IT Leaders Need To Know

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CITE 2025: 5 Must-Attend Sessions If Your District Uses Google Workspace for Education

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Designed for AI PCs, Advanced Processors Extend Battery Life and Performance

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AI in Computer Science Education: Closing the New Digital Divide in K–12

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