Mary Kate Marvel headshot

About author

Mary Kate Marvel

close-up of headphones in classroom

Must-Have Tech Accessories for Your Classroom This Year

With the school year in full swing, it’s time to make sure your classroom has everything it needs to keep learning fun and devices safe. We’ve rounded up our top accessory picks from trusted vendors to make your shopping a breeze. Whether it’s durable cases to protect devices or keyboards that snap onto iPads like […]

woman on k-12 website on laptop

Introducing Rocket: A Free All-In-One Device Management Solution

Managing a school’s tech ecosystem can be complex, but it doesn’t have to be. That’s why at K-12 Tech, we developed Rocket – a comprehensive, all-in-one device management solution to streamline the technology management process for your students and staff. As a free service, Rocket offers unparalleled value, continuously evolving with new updates and features […]

green plant on computer keyboard

Lean, Green Learning Machines: The Rise of Sustainable EdTech

It’s almost 2024, and the EdTech sector is not just growing; it’s thriving with purpose. Innovations in educational technology are booming, but parallel to this surge is an increasing consciousness about our environmental impact. For those of us in the EdTech industry, sustainability has become a mission – it’s about shaping a future that respects […]

Skelton hands typing on laptop

Trick or Tech: Top Halloween-Themed Educational Apps for Your Classroom

Halloween looms around the corner, casting its familiar spell of pumpkins, goblins, and of course, trick or treating. But, did you ever consider the educational potential lurking behind those ghostly apparitions? No? Well, allow us to shine a lantern light on some spook-tacular apps that promise not just tricks but a wealth of knowledge. Perfect […]

school principal with students walking behind her

Why Leadership Buy-In is Key for Tech in K-12 Schools

As technology becomes integral in education, the role of leadership buy-in in K-12 school systems cannot be understated. Leadership buy-in refers to the endorsement and support of decision-makers-school administrators, principals, board members, etc.-for the integration and implementation of technology in schools. Leadership buy-in impacts several critical aspects of tech integration: Vision and Planning: Leaders shape the […]

close-up of students using technology in the classroom

Ensuring the Safety of
One-to-One Devices in K-12 Schools: Tactics for Reducing Damage

The widespread deployment of one-to-one devices, such as laptops and tablets, in K-12 schools marks a significant step forward in educational technology. While these advancements facilitate improved learning and individualized instruction, they also present challenges in safeguarding and maintaining these devices amidst the varied threats schools encounter today. The risk of these devices being damaged, […]