Connection Helps K–12 Education Leaders Address Key Challenges
82%
of K–12 organizations reported cybersecurity incidents in a 2025 report.1
$7 billion
reduced funding for K–12 schools has been proposed for the fiscal 2026 budget.2
60%
of teachers used an AI tool during the 2024–25 academic school year, but only 19% report their school has a formal AI policy.3
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Benefits of Partnering with Connection’s K–12 Education Experts
For more than 25 years, Connection Public Sector Solutions has been a trusted technology provider. Our team includes former educators and education professionals who bring firsthand classroom experience to complement our technical expertise, ensuring we understand the unique challenges facing K-12 institutions.
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Connection empowers K–12 education organizations with innovative technology solutions and services to:
- Improve student outcomes
- Boost teacher productivity and job satisfaction
- Increase operational efficiencies and cost-savings
- Fortify data security and compliance
AI, Trends, and the Future of K–12 Education
The use of AI in the classroom is accelerating, as partnerships between teachers, Microsoft, OpenAI, and Anthropic solidify. From personalizing student curricula and study aids to data-driven organizational decision-making, AI is unlocking new levels of productivity and efficiency in K–12 education. Explore our resources to learn how AI can transform your organization and how we can help.
Creating a Policy for AI in Education
At the core of ethical AI use within education is a well-structured policy, which serves as a safeguard against potential biases in AI algorithms. When a policy is introduced prior to AI use, it ensures that AI technologies are used in ways that promote inclusivity and fairness, especially in educational settings.
Boosting Productivity with AI: Insights from Experts with Real-world Experience
Join our experts who will share with you their real-world experience on AI at work and its impact on productivity. We discuss firsthand accounts of helping our customers understand the potential of AI, identify their use cases, and share some industry insights that will help you shape your Embedded AI strategy.
Embedded AI for IT Security and Networking
54% of organizations face weekly IoT attacks. Meanwhile, IoT devices spend an average of 52.8 hours under attack. Embedded AI offers essential protection by identifying and responding to risks. Learn how embedded AI can help protect your institution and students.
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