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8 Things to Check out at ISTE 2018

Erin Well | Last update: July 16, 2018

Thousands of K-12 edtech pros will descend upon Chicago for ISTE 2018 next week. We know there’s a lot to do and see during the conference, and you need to make the most of your time in the Windy City.

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Join the Filtering Revolution! Get Relay for Every OS Now

Erin Well | Last update: June 18, 2018

After months of testing, pilot studies, and rigorous feedback processes, Relay‘s Smart Agents are here! We’re happy to announce Smart Agents for Windows, Mac and iOS are in general release.

This means you can deploy Smart Agents to your Windows, Mac, iOS and Chrome devices now. The best part? Because Relay lives in the cloud, school districts can set it up quickly — in as few as 15 minutes.

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Using Data for Good: How Relay Reports & Insights Save Lives

Erin Well | Last update: May 10, 2018

Lightspeed Systems’ goal is to provide schools with smart, advanced tools to help keep students protected from harm. Technology plays a critical role in advancing learning. Sadly, exposure to the internet (and social media, specifically) is linked to an increased risk of depression and other mental health issues. Among 12- to 17-year-olds, suicide is the second leading cause of death.

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Make Classroom Management Easy. Attend Our Webinar!

Erin Well | Last update: May 4, 2018

How are your teachers managing student devices in the classroom? Can they easily they see who’s working, who needs help, and who is off-task? Do they have access to automated teaching assistance, with easy teacher-to-student messaging, insights and access controls? Are you leveraging the latest in artificial-intelligence technology to improve learning outcomes at your school?

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3 Ways Lightspeed’s Classroom Stands Out in K-12 Ed-Tech

Erin Well | Last update: April 26, 2018

Classroom learning and device tech are evolving faster than ever. Now, it’s essential to empower teachers with advanced tools and solutions to monitor class activity and keep students engaged.

Lightspeed Systems Classroom, now available for Chrome OS, represents a step up from current device monitoring tools by effectively measuring student productivity with machine learning.

Artificial intelligence isn’t the only thing that makes Classroom stand out. Here’s what sets Classroom apart from other classroom management solutions, according to our friends and partners at Amplified IT.

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Who’s Winning the Device Wars? Here’s Our Take

Brian Thomas | Last update: March 29, 2018

The device wars are heating up in education. On Tuesday, Apple announced its new iPad, complete with Apple Pencil support and a special discount for schools. Almost simultaneously, Acer announced its first Chrome OS tablet. Recent reports show that Microsoft devices are on the rise in education, too.

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15 Things Teachers Can Do With Lightspeed Systems Classroom

Katie McCarthy | Last update: March 16, 2018

It’s not enough for schools to buy devices for their students; you also need to make sure students are using them properly, and to advance their learning. But a classroom management app that allows teachers to view student screens isn’t enough. They need help monitoring student devices so they can spot students who are getting off-task or are struggling to keep up with their peers.

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5 Things We’re Grateful For This Thanksgiving

Erin Well | Last update: November 21, 2017

This Thanksgiving, the team at Lightspeed Systems is taking time to reflect on all of the things we’re grateful for. Between new features released this year like Smart Play plus the addition of our newest solution Relay and a major update to Web Filter, it’s been a busy year for us!

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Keeping YouTube Safe: How to Ensure Your Students Get the Best Content (And Not the Rest)

Erin Well | Last update: November 14, 2017

YouTube has long been a challenge for K-12 learning. Despite the endless educational content that is beneficial for a K-12 learning environment, there lurks a threat of inappropriate videos that range from mildly distracting to bizarre and very disturbing.

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Cyberbullying Is a Growing Threat in K-12 Schools. Here’s How to Stop It

Erin Well | Last update: October 17, 2017

This month, in conjunction with National Bullying Prevention Month, Lightspeed Systems is raising awareness about a critical issue impacting students around the world: cyberbullying. As the leader in K-12 web filtering and mobile device management, Lightspeed Systems is proud to empower IT and teachers with the tools they need to track digital learning and keep children safe.

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8 Things to Check out at ISTE 2018

Join the Filtering Revolution! Get Relay for Every OS Now

Using Data for Good: How Relay Reports & Insights Save Lives

Make Classroom Management Easy. Attend Our Webinar!

3 Ways Lightspeed’s Classroom Stands Out in K-12 Ed-Tech

Who’s Winning the Device Wars? Here’s Our Take

15 Things Teachers Can Do With Lightspeed Systems Classroom

5 Things We’re Grateful For This Thanksgiving

Keeping YouTube Safe: How to Ensure Your Students Get the Best Content (And Not the Rest)

Cyberbullying Is a Growing Threat in K-12 Schools. Here’s How to Stop It