In this episode, we kick off a two-part series on student data privacy with a deep dive into the CoSN Trusted Learning Environment (TLE) Seal.
The TLE Seal is more than just a badge—it’s a commitment that a school system is protecting student data across five critical practice areas: Leadership, Business, Data Security, Professional Development, and Classroom.
You will learn:
Why the Seal matters for building trust with families and communities.
How it goes beyond compliance to create a culture of transparency and accountability.
What “mature practices” look like in real schools.
Why the Mini Seal can be a flexible entry point for districts starting their privacy journey.
With Seal recipients already improving protections for over 1.3 million students, the program is setting the standard for how schools earn the confidence of parents, educators, and students.
Key Takeaways:
The TLE Seal is both a safeguard and a symbol of trust.
It’s a district-wide effort, not just an IT checklist.
Schools commit to continuous improvement—not just a one-time certification.
The Mini Seal option allows districts to start small and build momentum.
Want to learn more? Visit CoSN.org to explore the TLE Seal program, success stories, and resources to begin your district’s journey.
Resources:
Trusted Learning Environment Seal Application
Additional Key Resources:
Be sure to tune into Episode 2, where we’ll unpack the TLE Practices Self-Evaluation—the first step in earning the Seal.
Produced in partnership with edCircuit.
This episode was generated in part using AI tools. All content was reviewed and approved by our editorial team before publication.
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