In this episode of the K12 Tech Talk podcast, hosts Josh, Chris, and Mark delve into the recent challenges facing K-12 technology in light of new tariffs and significant budget cuts. They discuss the potential impact of these economic and political changes on school services, with a specific focus on the technology and cybersecurity landscapes.
A key highlight of this episode is an in-depth analysis of the MS-ISAC funding cuts announced this week. As a member of the MS-ISAC Executive Committee, Josh shares insights on the repercussions these cuts could have on cybersecurity measures and services provided to schools.
The hosts also explore the broader impact of tariffs on technology purchases, from student devices to school infrastructure, and discuss alternative strategies that schools may need to adopt. They consider the potential domino effects on construction, transportation, and food services within schools due to tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China.
Throughout the episode, there's also a segment about the enduring presence of fax machines in schools, reflecting on how some traditional technologies remain integral despite advancements.
MS-ISAC Cybersecurity Report https://learn.cisecurity.org/2025-k12-cybersecurity-report-download PowerSchool Summary Report https://www.powerschool.com/security/sis-incident/ MS-ISAC Loses Federal Support https://statescoop.com/ms-isac-loses-federal-support/ 00:00:00-Introduction 00:00:32-Post-Security Symposium Reflections 00:05:17-MS-ISAC Cybersecurity Report Overview 00:10:16-Tariffs Impacting K-12 Technology 00:25:15-We still use fax machines??? 00:32:30-Understanding Recent MS-ISAC Funding Cuts--------------------
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