Best practices

June 27, 2025
The evolving student password: Integrating security into digital transformationDigital transformation is happening faster than ever in multi-academy trusts. This brings many opportunities to schools – automation for overworked teachers, personalized learning plans for students, and better data for admins making decisions on budgeting and curriculum. However, digital transformation can have a dark side: cyberattacks. Today, nearly half of web-based breaches involve weak credentials […]

April 24, 2025
5 Common Cybersecurity Myths, Debunked by ExpertsExperts from Clever, Microsoft Education, InnovateEDU, and public schools debunk common cybersecurity myths that could put student accounts at risk.

April 14, 2025
Clever Substitute Access: Secure learning continues even when teachers are outDigital learning gives teachers and students many exciting ways to engage and learn. But what happens when a teacher is absent and a substitute is in charge?

March 28, 2025
73% of UK Schools Hit by Cyberattacks—How IT and Educators Can Protect Student DataAs cyber threats targeting schools continue to rise, UK educators face the challenge of balancing innovative edtech adoption with strong data security practices. On March 10, the UK Department of Education updated its standards for meeting digital and technology standards for schools to help schools provide safe digital learning. This article explores 3 steps trusts […]

February 14, 2025
Boston Public Schools enhances security and efficiency with Clever IDMBoston Public Schools tackles digital access challenges: A critical upgrade to password management for 50,000 students

August 26, 2024
Top identity and access management trends in education you need to know in 2024Discover top 2024 IAM trends in education. Learn how SSO, MFA, and biometrics are transforming schools into secure, agile environments.

August 19, 2024
Best practices for secure identity and access management in K–12 schoolsExplore best practices for K-12 IAM security. Learn to safeguard digital identities, manage access, and protect sensitive data effectively.

August 12, 2024
5 tools for a tech team of oneIn this article, we’ll cover essential tools for solo school tech teams—manage tasks efficiently, enhance communication, and streamline tech support.

August 5, 2024
5 Tips to protect against school cyber attacksWhat can be done to shield our schools from such vulnerabilities? In this article, we’ll explore the most common types of cyber attacks and what school districts can do to make their educational spaces safer and more resilient.

July 18, 2024
The K-12 cybersecurity blueprintReceive expert guidance from Clever’s Head of Security on implementing cybersecurity frameworks for practical application.