IETA 2025

Middleton High School Tech Ninjas run a student-led IT help desk at Middleton High School. Ninjas assist fellow students with IT issues and assist in training students and staff in technology needs. They troubleshoot various computer issues, as well as assist with maintenance and repairs of all Chromebooks in our school district. In this session we will share how our Help Desk works and how you can implement a Help Desk at your school.

In today’s fast-paced digital age, Idaho schools need more than just content filtering—they need a comprehensive, budget-friendly solution that addresses cybersecurity, classroom management, and student learning.

iboss and partner Bytespeed deliver a unified platform tailored to the unique needs of K12 districts, combining essential tools like content filtering, classroom management, AI-driven security, and parent portals. This E-Rate eligible solution under Category 2 (FWaaS) simplifies IT management while protecting against a wide range of cyber threats.

Join Mitchell Brackett, Idaho Territory Manager at Bytespeed, and Jeff Edwards, iboss Senior Account Executive, for a practical and interactive session focused on affordable, all-in-one security and learning solutions that empower Idaho schools to prioritize education while staying secure.

Join us for a discussion on ways to optimize district Cybersecurity Operations: Topics such as Reviewing Alerts, Utilizing Runbooks, and Leveraging Tools. What are your Aspirations and Innovations in handling cyber security threats

Gemini Returns with GEMS and NotebookLM: Explore the latest advancements in generative AI with the team behind Google's Gemini family of models. This session will deep dive into how Gemini is powering innovative products like GEMS and NotebookLM, showcasing their capabilities and potential applications across various domains. Discover how these cutting-edge tools can enhance creativity, streamline workflows, and unlock new possibilities in AI-assisted creation and knowledge organization.

This session is designed to provide a clear and concise introduction to IPv4 networking concepts for individuals new to the field. Participants will gain a solid understanding of the fundamental building blocks of IPv4 networks, including IP addresses, subnet masks, and default gateways.

Key Topics:
IP Addresses: Learn the structure, purpose, and different types of IPv4 addresses (public, private, loopback).
Subnet Masks: Understand how subnet masks are used to divide networks into smaller subnets, enabling efficient resource allocation and management.
Default Gateways: Discover the role of default gateways in routing traffic between networks and how they are configured.

Learning Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
Explain the basic structure and function of IPv4 addresses.
Calculate subnet masks and determine the number of hosts per subnet.
Configure default gateways on network devices.
Understand the relationship between IP addresses, subnet masks, and default gateways in a network.

This session will discuss what MDR is and how it can enhance your cybersecurity strategy, ensuring a safe and secure learning environment. Various approaches to MDR will be covered, making it suitable for different levels of cybersecurity program maturity

Join us as we review some common cybersecurity attacks within K-12 networks, then explain and demonstrate tools available to identify, investigate and remediate them.

In today’s dynamic K-12 education environment, teachers and administrators face various challenges, from managing student data to organizing classroom activities. This presentation explores how Microsoft PowerApps can be a powerful tool in addressing common classroom issues by enabling educators to build custom, low-code applications tailored to their unique needs. Attendees will learn practical examples of how PowerApps can enhance efficiency in tasks such as tracking student progress, managing resources, and automating administrative processes. Discover how technology can empower educators to create solutions that foster a more organized and effective learning environment.

This session will explore how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming cybersecurity in education, focusing on email protection and Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solutions. With educational institutions increasingly targeted by cyber threats, it's essential for technology leaders to understand the power of AI in safeguarding sensitive data.

Attendees will gain practical insights on implementing AI-based security solutions, balancing organizational considerations, and overcoming challenges. By the end of the session, technology leaders will understand how to leverage AI for proactive threat detection, improve their cybersecurity posture, and protect sensitive student and faculty information.

This session equips participants with actionable strategies to enhance cybersecurity in education through AI-driven email and endpoint protection.