DATAG 2026 Summer Conference

Cybersecurity awareness is no longer optional it’s an essential component of digital citizenship for every member of a school community. With the adoption of NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0, districts are being asked to take a more intentional, measurable, and people centered approach to cyber readiness. This session will highlight how Cyber IQ supports that shift by strengthening the “Identify,” “Protect,” and “Respond” functions through comprehensive human behavior training and analytics.

We’ll explore how Cyber IQ empowers districts to build their human firewall through realistic phishing simulations, customizable training modules, behavioral‑based risk analysis, and real‑time reporting. Participants will learn how the platform integrates with Microsoft Outlook and Google Mail, adapts to emerging threats, supports faculty, staff, students, and parents, and helps districts meet compliance expectations including the growing emphasis on cybersecurity awareness outlined in NIST CSF 2.0.

Description: This session will provide an overview of the eScholar project, highlighting how upcoming enhancements are designed to streamline LEA workflows and improve day-to-day efficiency for staff. Attendees will be introduced to five key new features—including location mapping, enhanced search capabilities, and improved data processing—that reduce manual effort, increase data visibility, and simplify common tasks. Through live demonstrations, the presentation will showcase system scalability, including file handling and concurrent user activity, reinforcing reliability during peak workloads. The session will also illustrate how these improvements accelerate speed to value, empowering LEA teams with faster access to accurate data and a more seamless, user-friendly experience—making the extended project timeline a worthwhile investment.