Lenny Schad, one of the most prominent voices in K12 technology leadership, is District Administration's chief information and innovation officer and technology editor-at-large.
This article intends to introduce key areas of focus that must be considered in the strategic planning process for any district ready to embark on the AI world.
In the ever-changing landscape of K12 education, decision-makers play a critical role in shaping the direction and success of their districts. The Future of Education Technology Conference (FETC) 2024 offers a comprehensive lineup of tracks designed specifically to meet the needs of these influential leaders.
As the educational landscape continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, K12 superintendents and cabinet members are faced with the challenge of staying ahead of the curve. To navigate this ever-changing environment and lead their districts to success, it is essential for these educational leaders to embrace the power of technology.
Setting expectations is more than just stating what you want to happen. As leaders, we must pause and endeavor to understand the three organizational realities.
DA's National Technology Leadership Academy is a virtual event designed for technology leaders and their management teams that specifically focuses on the new role technology plays.
A structured change management process can help districts come up with a sustainable way to adapt to the current realities and create buy-in across the district.
Government, telecom companies, the business community and school districts must work together to overcome significant obstacles, says Lenny Schad, chief information and innovation officer of District Administration, and former CIO for Houston ISD.
While the number of cyber incidents is on the rise, there is still a portion of school leadership who believe they are somehow less of a target and therefore don't have to spend as much time and resources on cybersecurity as the “big” districts. That is not true.
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