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1:00pm EDT

How to be a Rock Star DPO! LIMITED
Wednesday March 26, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Learn how to be a “Rock Star DPO” for your district. The session will cover Ed Law 2-d Part 121 best practices and the steps DPOs can take to earn “Rock Star” status. The audience for this session can include newly appointed DPOs or DPOs that would like a refresher.
RIC One DPSS Representative
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Barbara Deal

Program Specialist I, Nassau BOCES
Barbara Deal currently works at Nassau BOCES/RIC as a Program Specialist for their Data Privacy and Security Service (DPSS) and is also a member of the statewide RIC one Data Privacy and Security Service. The DPSS service provides data security and privacy tools and resources to help... Read More →
Wednesday March 26, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Troy Room Albany Marriott - 189 Wolf Rd, Albany, NY 12205

1:00pm EDT

IGNITE Session LIMITED
Wednesday March 26, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
This session provides attendees with a panel of 5 DPO's from around the state that will be discussing the best practices they have put into place for 2024-25.
RIC One DPSS Representative
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Raheela Baig

Coordinator, Data Privacy & Security Services, LHRIC
"I've been with LHRIC since 2006, initially as an educational consultant. Over the past three years, I've transitioned to the data privacy service and security department. My role involves consulting with school districts on data privacy and security needs, providing guidance on policy... Read More →
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Laura Pollak

Supervisor, NASTECH & DPSS, Nassau RIC
Laura Pollak supervises the Nassau RIC Data Privacy and Security Service (DPSS), providing data privacy and cybersecurity resources that support district efforts to protect and secure district data and is a member of RIC One DPSS and Cyber Task Force. Laura also supervises the Nassau... Read More →
Speakers
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Michelle Krieger

Data Protection Officer, Lake Shore CSD
Michelle Krieger is the Data Protection Officer (DPO) for Lake Shore Central School District.  She has been an educator for over 23 years, with previous experience as a Special Educator, Technology Integration Specialist, and Technology Coordinator.  Michelle has been a presenter... Read More →
Wednesday March 26, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Salon C Albany Marriott - 189 Wolf Rd, Albany, NY 12205

1:00pm EDT

Phishing FLARE: Responding Fast & Smart LIMITED
Wednesday March 26, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Learn how to respond quickly and effectively to phishing attempts, with a focus on system responses (with an emphasis on Google) and follow-up actions beyond the system. This session will introduce the FLARE framework (Find, Lock Down, Alert, Review, Evaluate) to guide you through immediate actions during an attack and post-incident improvements.
Speakers
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Jessica Kingsbury

Director of Technology, UFSD of the Tarrytowns
Wednesday March 26, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Salon A Albany Marriott - 189 Wolf Rd, Albany, NY 12205

1:00pm EDT

The Efficient Negotiation & Execution of Data Privacy Agreements (DPAs) LIMITED
Wednesday March 26, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
The 12 Regional Information Centers (RICs) have been working in partnership with NYSED to develop a new centralized and standardized structure to support districts in accessing Data Privacy Agreements (DPAs).  Using this structure, educational agencies will be able to piggyback on existing DPAs with vendors that include terms to address the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), New York State Education Law Section 2-d (Ed Law 2-d), and other data privacy requirements.  Additionally, agencies will be able to submit requests to the RICs to initiate the negotiation of new DPAs.  This panel session will support technology leaders, administrators, and other interested stakeholders in learning more about this structure.
RIC One DPSS Representative
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Brittany Rizzo

Data Privacy & Security, Madison-Oneida BOCES
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Ashleen Speen

Associate Coordinator of Data Security & Privacy, Broome-Tioga BOCES/SCRIC
Ashleen Speen is an Associate Coordinator of Data Security and Privacy at the South-Central Regional Information Center, where she specializes in data privacy and digital security for K-12 institutions. She and her Data Security and Privacy Coordination Team have a passion for empowering... Read More →
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Monica Statile

Program Manager Data Security and Privacy, Capital Region BOCES-NERIC
Monica Statile is the Program Manager for Data Security and Privacy for Northeastern Regional Information Center.  As a member of the statewide group RIC One DPSS, Monica has been deeply involved with ED Law 2-d and Part 121 of the regulations since 2015.  Monica started her career... Read More →
Wednesday March 26, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Empire Room Albany Marriott - 189 Wolf Rd, Albany, NY 12205

2:00pm EDT

Cyber Dungeons & Data Dragons LIMITED
Wednesday March 26, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
A gamified cybersecurity tabletop simulation where you roll the dice, battle cyber threats, and defend critical data in this interactive tabletop adventure where strategy and quick thinking determine your fate! 
RIC One DPSS Representative
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Keith Schubert

Program Coordinator II, Capital Region BOCES
Keith Schubert is a Data Protection Coach on NERIC’s Data Security and Privacy Team. He has served on the RIC One Data Privacy and Security Service team since 2019. During his 18 years at NERIC he has also worked in Data Warehouse, SchoolTool Support, and the Data Integrations Group... Read More →
Wednesday March 26, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
State Room Albany Marriott - 189 Wolf Rd, Albany, NY 12205

2:00pm EDT

Incident Response In Action: Managing a Data Breach LIMITED
Wednesday March 26, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
In today’s digital landscape, educational institutions are increasingly targeted by cyber threats, making it critical to have a well-prepared response plan. This presentation will explore the comprehensive response to the recent PowerSchool data breach, detailing the steps taken to mitigate risks, communicate transparently, and strengthen cybersecurity practices.

This session will provide a real-world case study on navigating cybersecurity challenges in education and will offer actionable strategies for improving response times, vendor accountability, and data security policies. Whether you are a technology leader, administrator, or IT professional, this presentation will equip you with the knowledge and tools to better protect your institution from future cyber threats.
Speakers
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Daniel Friedman

Director of Technology, Hicksville Public Schools
Daniel L. Friedman is a dynamic leader whose career spans both educational technology and the fine and performing arts. Currently, he serves as the Director of Educational Technology and Grants at Hicksville Public Schools, where he oversees advanced technology initiatives for over... Read More →
Wednesday March 26, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
Empire Room Albany Marriott - 189 Wolf Rd, Albany, NY 12205

2:00pm EDT

Schools and Data Retention: What to Keep, What to Toss, and What Could Haunt You LIMITED
Wednesday March 26, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
Join us for an in-depth workshop where educators, administrators, and IT professionals come together to navigate the complex landscape of data retention in schools. In an era where data plays a crucial role in decision-making and accountability, understanding what records to keep, which ones to discard, and the potential repercussions of data mismanagement is vital.

During this engaging session, we will cover:
- Essential Records: Identifying the types of data that are legally required to be retained and best practices for storing them securely.
- Data Disposal: Learning about effective methods for safely disposing of data that is no longer needed, and understanding the risks of improper disposal.
- Legal and Ethical Considerations: Exploring the legal obligations and ethical considerations surrounding data retention and how to ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
- Real-World Examples: Examining case studies of schools that faced challenges due to poor data retention policies and what we can learn from their experiences.
- Practical Strategies: Developing actionable strategies for creating a robust data retention policy tailored to your school's unique needs.

Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to make informed decisions about data management and safeguard your school from potential data-related pitfalls. Whether you're looking to update your current practices or establish new protocols, this workshop will provide valuable insights and practical guidance.

Let's demystify data retention and ensure your school's data is managed effectively and responsibly!
Speakers
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Susan Zieres Teeple

Data Protection Officer, Sullivan BOCES
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Antoinette King

Founder, Credo Cyber Consulting
Wednesday March 26, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
Salon B Albany Marriott - 189 Wolf Rd, Albany, NY 12205

2:00pm EDT

The DPO's 5 Things You Must Be Doing, Plus 5 Best Practices LIMITED
Wednesday March 26, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
I will take my notes, presentations, and questions from DPOs from around the State for the past 4 years and compile them into a concise toolkit comprised of 10 skills a DPO should have: 5 things that are a low bar threshold must-have and 5 things to strive for as best practices. The presentation will focus heavily on 8 NYCRR Part 121 requirements. Group participation encouraged!
Speakers
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Joseph Eckstein

DPO, Eastern Suffolk BOCES
Attorney in NY for over 30 years, current ESBOCES DPO, member of DPAC, Business Manager for Contracts
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Tracy Davey

Administrative Coordinator, Eastern Suffolk BOCES
Wednesday March 26, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm EDT
Salon A Albany Marriott - 189 Wolf Rd, Albany, NY 12205

3:15pm EDT

Implementing a Student Data Privacy PIN for Phone Requests LIMITED
Wednesday March 26, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm EDT
This session will provide an overview of the implementation a Student Data Privacy PIN system in the Buffalo Public Schools. We will discuss the overall need for implementing the system, process for creating secure PINs within the SIS, educating staff on use, communicating with stakeholders, and going live with the system to share the opportunities and challenges from our experience to strengthening student data privacy across the district.
Speakers
avatar for Bryan Pasqua

Bryan Pasqua

Supervisor of Early Warning Indicators - Office of Shared Accountability, Buffalo Public Schools
I am the Supervisor of Early Warning Indicators in the Office of Shared Accountability at Buffalo Public Schools, an Adjunct Professor of Sociology at Niagara University, a NYS certified Social Studies Teacher and Administrator. I have worked in the field of human services, youth... Read More →
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Dr. Laura Samulski-Peters

Assistant Superintendent - Office of Shared Accountability, Buffalo Public Schools
I am the Assistant Superintendent of Accountability and the Data Protection Officer for the Buffalo Ciity School District.  In my role I oversee state reporting for BPS as well as special education reporting for charter and private schools in Buffalo, data and research requests... Read More →
Wednesday March 26, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm EDT
Salon B Albany Marriott - 189 Wolf Rd, Albany, NY 12205

3:15pm EDT

Leading with NIST CSF: Guiding Your School to Cybersecurity Excellence LIMITED
Wednesday March 26, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm EDT
In an era where cybersecurity threats are ever-evolving, school leaders play a crucial role in safeguarding their institution's digital assets. This session will empower educational leaders with the knowledge and tools needed to implement the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) effectively within their schools.

Participants will explore the leadership strategies required to align cybersecurity initiatives with educational goals, foster a culture of security awareness, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Through practical insights and actionable strategies, attendees will learn how to lead their institutions in adopting the core functions of the NIST CSF to build a resilient cybersecurity posture.

Key Takeaways:

- The role of leadership in driving cybersecurity initiatives
- Strategic implementation of the NIST CSF in educational environments
- Best practices for fostering a culture of cybersecurity awareness
- Tools and resources to support ongoing security improvements

Join this session to discover how proactive leadership can make cybersecurity an integral part of your school's success.
Speakers
avatar for Bhargav Vyas

Bhargav Vyas

Assistant Superintendent - Compliance and Info. Systems, Monroe-Woodbury Central School District
Dr. Bhargav Vyas is the Assistant Superintendent for Compliance & Information Systems in the Monroe-Woodbury Central School District.  A frequent presenter at both local and state-wide professional development events, Bhargav brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to share with... Read More →
Wednesday March 26, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm EDT
Empire Room Albany Marriott - 189 Wolf Rd, Albany, NY 12205

3:15pm EDT

Safeguarding Every Learner: Inclusive Threat Intelligence for K-12 Schools LIMITED
Wednesday March 26, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm EDT
In a digitally inclusive learning environment, security is paramount to ensure equitable access and safety for all students. Join representatives from NYS School Districts and Arctic Wolf for a comprehensive session on enhancing school security through advanced threat intelligence. This session will explore how K-12 schools can leverage cutting-edge threat intelligence solutions to protect students, staff, and data from increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. Join us in a discussion on best practices, case studies, and effective collaboration between schools and security vendors to create a resilient, inclusive digital learning environment. 

Participants will gain insights into:
- Real-world Threats and Challenges in K-12: Learn about the unique security challenges facing schools and the importance of protecting student data in inclusive digital environments.
- Threat Intelligence Strategies: Discover how Arctic Wolf’s threat intelligence services help identify, prevent, and mitigate cyber threats, providing a proactive stance in safeguarding student data and ensuring safe digital learning experiences.
- Building a Culture of Security Awareness: Explore ways to foster a security-first mindset among staff and students, ensuring everyone plays a role in protecting school digital resources.
RIC One DPSS Representative
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Bridget Harris

Assistant Superintendent for Instruction, Technology & RIC, Monroe RIC
RIC Director
Speakers
avatar for Erin Sheevers

Erin Sheevers

CTO, Bethlehem Central School District
Erin Sheevers is the Chief Technology Officer for Bethlehem Central School District and a trailblazer in K-12 educational technology and student safety. With over a decade of leadership experience, Erin has championed initiatives that support both secure digital environments and adaptive... Read More →
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William Cooper

Director of Technology, Gloversville Enlarged School District
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David L’Hommedieu

Assistant Superintendent of Information Technology and Operational Innovation, Saratoga Springs City School District
Wednesday March 26, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm EDT
Salon A Albany Marriott - 189 Wolf Rd, Albany, NY 12205
 
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