Chris Warden

Kinda weird, small town, Christian, Missouri K-12 Tech Dept workin', family man // K12TechPro // K12TechTalk // MidwestTechTalk // Ridge Events // Youth Pastor

[Chris Warden @whatthe_tech]

…COPPA updates raising the age protections and ad limits, the App Store Accountability Act (age verification and parental consent), and the broad but divisive Kids Internet and Digital Safety Act.

[Chris Warden @whatthe_tech]

Current bills to pay attention to? Our main segment on this week's K12 Tech Talk podcast episode (https://t.co/SZEIv5SZ8E) summarizes four major federal proposals affecting student safety and tech: Sammy’s Law (third‑party child safety monitoring)…

[Chris Warden @whatthe_tech]

Our first K12TechPro NEXT. Thank you to those who attended and supported this event. It was a full day of focus on the future of K12 tech.

[k12techpro @k12techpro]

K12TechPro NEXT at SEMO (Cape Girardeau, MO) Highlights 4

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K12 techs like trying to clean up their data closets and do better cable management until you start pricing things out. Everyone wants clean racks - nobody wants the invoice.

[Chris Warden @whatthe_tech]

K12 tech Question of the Week - What’s your actual backup plan when your district’s phone system goes down?

[Chris Warden @whatthe_tech]

-And continued incidents around YouTube use that are making K12 tech leadership teams rethink access models

If you’re in K12 tech, this is the stuff keeping you and your peers up at night right now.

[Chris Warden @whatthe_tech]

-Districts hitting the 2–3 year mark after full Chromebook fleet refreshes and realizing what that lifecycle really feels like when thousands of devices age at the same time
-Parent requests for access to student email accounts (always a fun conversation…)

[Chris Warden @whatthe_tech]

Districts are dealing w/ students using AI Mode inside Google Search & it’s messing with filtering & reports. Techs are trying everything from blocking udm=50 in their filter to adjusting firewall rules… & still having issues, you know, playing whack-a-mole with AI right now.

[Chris Warden @whatthe_tech]

Google for Education Leader Series in Chicago was good stuff - hung out with some cool people, heard from some great people, and got some ideas and inspirations to bring home and share with my school and colleagues. #googleEdu #k12tech #geminiEdu

[Charlie Kirk @charliekirk11]

Jesus defeated death so you can live.

[k12techpro @k12techpro]

K12TechPro is thrilled to celebrate a major milestone—1,000 members strong! Our community spans every U.S. state and nine countries, uniting professionals in education technology. To mark the occasion, we’re highlighting exciting perks for members, including NEW exclusive discounts on WISE Chromebook repair certifications, thanks to our sponsor https://t.co/lc8vUSRFyU. Additionally, we’re expanding our reach with new events and meetups, partnering with others to bring even more value to the K12TechPro Community. Whether it’s accessing professional development, cybersecurity resources, or just sharing tips and ideas, our members are at the heart of everything we do. Here’s to the next 1,000!

[k12techpro @k12techpro]

Our PowerSchool article by @markracine is referenced. If you are a k12 tech employee and not a member of K12Pro, join us. We’re discussing details of the breach behind our vetted private wall. Thanks @TechCrunch!

[k12techpro @k12techpro]

Breaking News - We now have a k12 tech in EVERY state and a few countries! We're pushing 950 members.

[K12 Tech Talk Podcast @k12techtalkpod]

Mark talking about the PowerSchool breach #k12tech

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Mark on TV in Canada talking PowerSchool!? https://t.co/Wpp2XQNbj0

[k12techpro @k12techpro]

What’s K12TechPro?

[k12techpro @k12techpro]

@vitalearn Exciting news - K12TechPro is partnering up with Vita-Learn (https://t.co/bpKFUrkewE) to offer its members K12TechPro membership (along with our special Google licensing pricing). In Vermont, Vita-Learn's non-profit mission is to promote and support the use of information technology to transform Vermont education through the provision of professional development, training and networking opportunities. We are excited to partner with this state-wide organization!

[Vita Learn @vitalearn]

Introducing New Consortia Partner, K12TechPro - https://t.co/SzNVBf6dfs

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Side Note - K12TechPro and K12 Tech Talk Podcast are cited! The Community was heard!

Today, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released a Report and Order establishing the Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program (Pilot Program) to gather the data needed to better understand whether and how universal service funds could be used to support the cybersecurity needs of schools and libraries. #k12 #edtech #cybersecurity

[k12techpro @k12techpro]

Side Note - K12TechPro and K12 Tech Talk Podcast are cited! The Community was heard!

Today, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released a Report and Order establishing the Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program (Pilot Program) to gather the data needed to better understand whether and how universal service funds could be used to support the cybersecurity needs of schools and libraries. #k12 #edtech #cybersecurity