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EPISODE · Mar 6, 2026 · 14 MIN

Travel Safe, Stay Secure: School Breaks

from The Ride to School: Navigating the Digital World of our Students · host Jerry N. Allen, M. Ed.

Essential cybersecurity protocols for students and staff to follow during the 2026 spring break. They emphasize protecting Personally Identifiable Information and biometric data from sophisticated AI-driven threats, such as deepfakes and automated phishing. Practical strategies include using the SIFT method for evaluating online content, delaying social media posts to hide one's location, and avoiding school accounts on public Wi-Fi. Educators are specifically encouraged to audit their AI tool usage and utilize secure VPNs to maintain the integrity of school systems. 

Essential cybersecurity protocols for students and staff to follow during the 2026 spring break. They emphasize protecting Personally Identifiable Information and biometric data from sophisticated AI-driven threats, such as deepfakes and automated phishing. Practical strategies include using the SIFT method for evaluating online content, delaying social media posts to hide one's location, and avoiding school accounts on public Wi-Fi. Educators are specifically encouraged to audit their AI tool usage and utilize secure VPNs to maintain the integrity of school systems.

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