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K12 Tech Talk

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Cybersecurity
E-Rate
Powerschool
K12 Education
AI In Education
K12 Technology
Chromebooks
Chatgpt
Data Privacy
Artificial Intelligence
Cell Phone Bans
Ransomware
E-Rate Program
School Safety
K12 Education Technology
Flock Cameras
Education Technology
Ms-Isac
Data Breach
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A K12TechPro Podcast. This podcast is about trending K12 technology topics and issues. Josh, Chris, and Mark have real conversations, real arguments, and real banter on IT issues and trends in K12 Schools. Current and Past Sponsors: Absolute, Arista, HPE Aruba Networking, Blocksi, Chromebookparts.com, ClassLink, CTL, Eaton, Extreme Networks, Fortinet, Howard Technology Solutions, iDoc, IncidentIQ,... more

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On Episode 265, Josh, Chris, and Mark discuss the end‑of‑year scramble in K‑12 technology and a growing cultural moment - the Class of 2026’s strong reaction to AI at college commencements.

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Recent Guests

Dave Barclay
Director of Product
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Episode: Episode 263 - Canvas Ransomed
Earl Franks
Executive Director of the National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP)
NAESP
Episode: Episode 260 - Highlights from CoSN 2026 in Chicago
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CEO of Digital Promise Global
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Episode: Episode 260 - Highlights from CoSN 2026 in Chicago
Kari Murphy
Chief Technology Officer, Deer Park Independent School District
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Episode: Episode 260 - Highlights from CoSN 2026 in Chicago
Joan Wade
Executive Director, AESA
AESA
Episode: Episode 260 - Highlights from CoSN 2026 in Chicago
Jim Rowan
Executive with ASBO International
ASBO International
Episode: Episode 260 - Highlights from CoSN 2026 in Chicago
Stacy Hawthorne
Board Chair, CoSN; Executive Director, EdTech Leaders Alliance (Ohio chapter)
CoSN; EdTech Leaders Alliance
Episode: Episode 260 - Highlights from CoSN 2026 in Chicago
Amanda Lanicek
LinkedIn educator and sales/marketing influencer
LinkedIn
Episode: Episode 260 - Highlights from CoSN 2026 in Chicago
Brian Edwards
Speaker from Swank Motion Pictures
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Episode: Episode 258 - Infinite Campus Fallout: What the Ticket Leak Really Exposed

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Josh
Host of K12 Tech Talk
Chris
Host of K12 Tech Talk
Mark
Host of K12 Tech Talk

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 73 ratings
  • Great show

    Show is great and dives into our lives working in the k-12 environment. My only complaint is the show is just a giant ad for companies now, it’s got about 10 minutes of relatable things now and the rest is just a long winded ad.

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    OKAY.watermelon
    United States8 months ago
  • Thank you

    Thank you so much for doing a episode on Pate hogan I’m his daughter Ramsey it really touch’s my heart

    Apple Podcasts
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    Show me state 1
    United States3 years ago

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Some episodes feel like a long sponsor plug, which can overshadow the discussion for some listeners.
The host trio delivers both sharp analysis and banter, making complex edtech topics approachable for district leaders.
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Guests bring deep expertise, but a few reviews suggest more balanced, less promotional conversations would improve value.
Listeners appreciate practical, district-focused guidance and real-world anecdotes from IT leaders.

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Episode 260 - Highlights from CoSN 2026 in Chicago
Q: What is next for K12 education technology according to the guest from Digital Promise Global?
AI, curriculum adaptation, and quantum computing are highlighted as pivotal, with emphasis on practical pedagogy, assessment reform, and cross-sector collaboration to prepare students for a rapidly evolving tech landscape.
Episode 258 - Infinite Campus Fallout: What the Ticket Leak Really Exposed
Q: What did Charlie from Infinite Campus reveal about how they handled the incident?
He described rapid response and transparency about the breach, but subsequent data releases and third-party analyses raised questions about the completeness of their data deletion and handling procedures.
Episode 257 - Infinite Campus CEO talks Salesforce Breach
Q: Can you describe how Infinite Campus uses Salesforce and what was accessed in the incident?
Salesforce was used for customer support, ticketing, client resource management, and marketing; attackers accessed one Salesforce account and ran a subset of reports, revealing some customer lists but not the entire database, while the core student data remained largely unaffected.
Episode 257 - Infinite Campus CEO talks Salesforce Breach
Q: Josh and Chris, what was your initial reaction when you got that email about Infinite Campus cyber incident?
They described Sunday-night dread and a sense of urgency, but also noted informed steps being taken and a plan to gather more details by inviting a guest to unpack the incident.
Episode 251 - Inside the Flock Controversy with Mark Keierleber and Michael Klein
Q: How big of a problem is this issue of security cameras in school districts being shared with law enforcement?
Michael Klein frames the discussion around data governance and the obligations schools have towards student safety and privacy.

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Frequently Asked Questions About K12 Tech Talk

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A business- and policy-heavy show focused on K-12 technology, cybersecurity, and edtech adoption. Episodes routinely unpack district-level challenges around data privacy, incident response, device rollout, and vendor risk, often pairing practical IT guidance with broader policy debates. A standout trait is bringing in external experts and district leaders to translate complex tech topics into actionable takeaways for IT admins, superintendents, and vendors seeking to understand the K-12 tech landscape. The format blends sharp banter with expert analysis, occasionally peppered with sponsor mentions, making it a practical listen for decision-makers evaluating technology strategies, security investments, and compliance in schools.

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1. Dave Barclay
2. Earl Franks
3. John Claude Broussard
4. Kari Murphy
5. Joan Wade
6. Jim Rowan
7. Stacy Hawthorne
8. Amanda Lanicek

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