Data privacy is an ever-challenging task for school leaders as school districts continue to leverage technology resources for teaching and learning, as well as for leading multiple initiatives with staff and their broader communities.
CoSN puts a high priority on helping school leaders navigate their responsibilities for keeping privacy practices current and impactful.
To assist school leaders with their responsibilities in assuring that effective practices are in place and leveraged successfully, we are pleased to share several readily available resources.
2025 National Student Data Privacy Report
This originates with a comprehensive survey of school district leaders. The survey results provide an understanding of the skills and practices of those school leaders when it comes to the implementation of data privacy practices in their school systems.
The most recent report is divided into two main sections and offers readers insight into how school districts manage the variety of important tasks needed to assure their systems are protecting student data effectively.
Student Data Privacy Toolkit
The was created to provide school leaders with specific information needed to both create and improve school districts privacy programs. The toolkit was also designed to help school district leaders build confidence and trust within their communities.
The Student Data Privacy Toolkit consists of 3 sections:
- Part 1: Student Data Privacy Fundamentals
- Part 2: Partnering with Service Providers
- Part 3: Transparency and Trust
CoSN blog series on data privacy
CoSN is pleased to share an . Readers are welcome to learn about the perspectives and approaches of others when it comes to leading privacy initiatives.
CoSN/AASA edLeader Panel broadcast
The upcoming CoSN/AASA ed Leader Panel broadcast is scheduled for Feb. 9. A panel of three leading-edge superintendents join in conversation with CoSNs Data Privacy Project director to share their challenges and best practices when it comes to successfully leading privacy initiatives in their school districts.
Information and registration for the upcoming broadcast as well as past edLeader Panel broadcasts, can be found at h.
CoSN Membership: If you, your school or district would like more information about joining or getting more involved with CoSN, please contact: [email protected].
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