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The CoSN Webinar Series: AI & Cybersecurity — What District Leaders Need to Know
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- The CoSN Podcast
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- Feb 3, 2026
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- 3450
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Summary
Join Michael Klein, former Senior Advisor for Cybersecurity at the US Department of Education and current Senior Director at the Institute for Security and Technology, for a focused discussion on how AI and cybersecurity risk are combining to transform the landscape in K–12 for school districts and the vendors they rely on. Michael brings deep experience in executive leadership, digital innovation, change management, and translating complex ideas for senior leaders to this timely conversation. You’ll also hear front-line perspectives from two district technology leaders : Chris Bailey, Director of Technology, Edmunds School District (WA) Chris Rowbotham, Director of Technology, Siuslaw School District (OR) These district leaders will share real-world insights on policy, preparedness, and safeguarding school systems as AI capabilities evolve. Topics Include How AI is shifting cybersecurity risks and opportunities Practical safeguards and district readiness strategies Lessons learned from leaders navigating AI-driven change A timely session for anyone responsible for keeping school communities safe, secure, and prepared for what’s next. Assets AI and Cybersecurity: What District Leaders Need to Know Webinar on YouTube CoSN is vendor-neutral and does not endorse products or services. Any mention of a specific solution is for contextual purposes. For a complete listing of all CoSN's webinars, please visit: https://www.cosn.org/ Produced in partnership with edCircuit .