Jim Patrick, Systems Engineer at AvantBlue, interviews Heritage Christian Schools’ Director of Technology, Jean Goosman, and Tech Support Associate, John Hornaday, to discuss their successful partnership and collaborative projects over the past two years. Together, they share insights into the innovative solutions and impactful work they've accomplished, highlighting the growth and technological advancements at Heritage Christian Schools.
AvantBlue is an innovator in the education community and beyond, offering proven and efficient solutions. Our ongoing leadership experience in education at all levels and our ability to demonstrate solutions in our production environment set us apart. We strive to be the partner... Read More →
Thursday May 1, 2025 1:40pm - 2:10pm EDT Ditslear C
Using real-world examples, we'll showcase a handful of sophisticated email attacks observed in K-12 environments, discuss why these attacks typically make it past traditional security utilities, and highlight how AI can be utilized to automate the remediation of these attacks
In today's digital landscape, K-12 educational institutions are increasingly targeted by cyberattacks, underscoring the critical need for robust cybersecurity measures to mitigate increased exposure due to lack of safeguards, human and technical. By understanding the current cybersecurity landscape and adopting best practices, districts can significantly enhance their defenses against cyber threats. This session aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the current cybersecurity landscape in schools, offer best practices to protect sensitive data, and equip participants with a practical framework to enhance their district's cybersecurity posture.
Juniper has led the networking industry by creating a paradigm shift. Infusing AI-Operations with a focus on the experience of each individual student, faculty member, and administrator has significantly improved the quality of the network experience., Juniper Networks is dedicated to dramatically simplifying network operations and driving superior experiences for end users. Our solutions deliver industry-leading insight, automation, security, and AI to drive real business results. We believe that powering connections will bring us closer together while empowering us all to solve the world’s greatest challenges of well-being, sustainability, and equality in Education.
CTO - Higher Education Practice Leader, Juniper Networks
Mike Newcomb is a networking industry veteran with over forty years of experience and is the Practice Lead for the higher education vertical market as well as the manager of the practice leads for Government, Education, and Medical at Juniper Networks. He is a technologist and... Read More →
School IT departments are under constant pressure to do more with less—managing security, infrastructure, and classroom technology while balancing limited budgets and staff. Co-Managed IT services provide a powerful solution, allowing districts to augment their internal teams with specialized expertise, 24/7 monitoring, and scalable support. In this session, we’ll explore how Co-Managed IT partnerships create a flexible, collaborative approach that strengthens in-house teams rather than replacing them. Learn how school districts are leveraging these services to enhance cybersecurity, streamline operations, and free up internal staff for mission-critical initiatives.
Optoma is a visual solutions provider that has delivered stunning experiences to millions of people since 2000. For the last two decades, we have grown our business to become one of the world’s leading large-display brands. We have demonstrated our capabilities as a first-mover... Read More →
Ready to take your family engagement to the next level? Whether you're a current ParentSquare user or just curious about maximizing school-home communication, this session is for you. We'll explore powerful features like Virtual Phone for reaching parents directly with our School Phone System, Smart Sites for enhanced, beautiful school websites, and Secure Document Delivery. Plus, learn about one of our newest features – ParentSquare Pay. ParentSquare Pay offers a simple, intuitive experience, and families can make payments for activities, dues, and fees with just a few clicks. Leave with practical tips and strategies to maximize your ParentSquare experience and strengthen family connections.
