Webinars

This insightful webinar covers lessons learned and a deep dive into best practices for managing DPAs, including essential dos and don’ts. This webinar also provides a practical walk through on how to effectively navigate the website—including how to search for agreements to sign onto and the correct process for uploading agreements. We also include a brief overview of the upcoming Version 2 (V2) updates. This session is ideal for those looking to streamline their experience, avoid common pitfalls, and stay informed on the latest enhancements.

Watch the recorded webinar here: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/3IVChS2bhu-OO-BRMarOkeSwVIMtQfJyYbWZC4yeZjYRPJ1rX0qJwYhim6Doc24l.3z2nC69kR0UuQ2w0?startTime=1733335223000
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On this month’s TETL member call we conducted two important interactive discussions. One on managing data privacy agreements, and one on enrolling with DIR to participate in the state-wide cybersecurity initiative.

• DIR Enrollment Process/K12Cybersecurity Initiative (Terese Shade-DIR)--more info at https://tea.texas.gov/academics/learning-support-and-programs/technology-planning/k-12-cybersecurity-initiative-faqs
• Managing Data Privacy Agreements Q&A (with Tricia Merritt-Lorena ISD)     

Watch the webinar here: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/5YPii5H882ykBX_VQbBcYoV-eItbaoDIFTOyWC0bSL-CPgS3onUfzjDvkKhZTF8R.GpBVg1Sya4C0nl7i

Presenter: Dr. Kyle Jones

In an increasingly digital educational environment, managing data privacy agreements is critical for protecting student information and ensuring compliance with regulations. This session will provide an in-depth exploration of best practices for creating, negotiating, and managing data privacy agreements between school districts and vendors. The session is designed for vendors and districts.

Watch the webinar here: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/HEWSP2G_ANuOysMBM-wV2pyjDNgHNEDWEsj-7rUZ8rZejU88oAn-r_KRxsQ1Rw_q.LHKRZdXAh1V5Jx2b 
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View the slide deck here.

Join this webinar to elevate your proficiency in Agreement and Alliance Management. Learn how to manage agreements -- adding, editing, and deleting; understand agreement types; develop and understand progress workflows; request new resources; familiarize yourself with key terms and best practices; tailor the about alliance page (roles and associations); process new account requests; implement automated custom responses for new account requests; utilize the Data Breach Notification Tool; conduct national and alliance-based searches; and more! 

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The TETL Leadership & Development Committee hosts an interactive forum to discuss strategies for managing budget cuts. Districts of all sizes will want to join and collaborate.

View the recorded webinar here. Passcode: Yl$i2H#=

What is the K-12 Cybersecurity Initiative?

To counter the rising surge of ransomware and malicious activity affecting local educational agencies (LEAs) around the state, the Texas Education Agency (TEA) submitted an exceptional item request for funding to the Texas Legislature to provide cybersecurity resources to LEAs. We are pleased to announce that our request has been approved, and we will be able to distribute in-kind services with these funds between September 1, 2023 and August 31, 2025.

The purpose of this initiative is to provide immediate solutions to protect LEAs from major cyber incidents, such as ransomware. Priority will be given to rural LEAs, and cybersecurity practitioners will be available at your regional education service center to assist with implementation of cybersecurity controls that fall within scope of this initiative. Presenters: Melinda Dade and Lea Castillo

View the recorded webinar here. Passcode: 2Z.408Qr

The TETL Leadership & Development Committee is hosting an interactive forum to discuss strategies for managing budget cuts. Districts of all sizes will want to join and collaborate.

Panelists: Ashley May- Spring Branch ISD; Cara Carter- Northwest ISD; Robin Stout- Carrollton Farmer's Branch ISD; Jacque Fewin-Lubbock - Cooper ISD.

View the recorded webinar here. Passcode: $#X93VT!

Join our interactive support forum to learn how districts are managing data privacy agreements. On this call, Jennifer Miller, Cy-Fair ISD, shares her district's challenges, strategies, and successes.

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Hear how districts of all sizes are implementing AI in this interactive panel discussion!

Moderator: Dr. Karla Burkholder

Panelists: Leann Kidd, Northside ISD; Donna Eurek, Prosper ISD; Dr. Lacey Gosch, Judson ISD; Dr. Jonas Green, Lewisville ISD; Charles Cooper, Independent Education Consultant

View the recorded webinar here. Passcode: sW!?!33z

Panel Discussion

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Hear how Texas school districts of all sizes are implementing AI in their schools and classrooms.

Moderator: Dr. Karla Burkholder

Panelists: Leann Kidd, Northside ISDl; Donna Eurek, Prosper ISD; Lacey Gosch, Judson ISD; Dr. Jonas Green, Lewisville ISD; Charles Cooper, Independent Education Consultant

Sponsored by Sentinel

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Ted Joffs has been a valued member of the Sentinel Technologies team for over a decade. His stellar track record speaks to his proficiency in offering expert advice and support to thousands of clients. Ted and his team have effectively handled over 350 cybersecurity incidents and numerous consulting requests, ranging from small to large-scale. Ted is the Senior Manager spearheading our Digital Forensics & Incident Response and Security Engineering services in the Fortis by Sentinel product portfolio. Ted is a highly skilled cybersecurity specialist with extensive international experience in technology operations across multiple domains. He frequently speaks at institutions and conferences, sharing his insights on cybersecurity. His latest talk focuses on "Surviving a Cyber Breach."