Ransomware attacks on school districts are no longer rare events — they are targeted, disruptive, and expensive. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, ransomware continues to be one of the most prevalent cyber threats impacting public institutions, including K-12 schools.

School districts work hard to keep students safe, but employee safety deserves the same level of focus. Workplace injuries not only impact staff well-being, they can also lead to higher workers’ compensation costs, staffing disruptions, and operational strain.

Your property schedule is one of the most important—and often overlooked—documents in your insurance program. While it may look like a simple list of buildings, values, and locations, this schedule plays a critical role in how your coverage responds when a loss occurs.

Winter weather events are becoming less predictable, even in regions that don’t traditionally experience prolonged cold, ice, or snow. Sudden freezes, icy roadways, power disruptions, and rapidly changing forecasts can create significant challenges for school districts — often with little time to respond.

Educators face unique professional exposures that go beyond standard general liability. That’s where Educators Legal Liability (ELL) coverage comes in.

Fire and security safety for school holiday events should be a top priority as schools prepare for winter concerts, class parties, and seasonal performances.

Cyber hygiene for schools is more important than ever in today’s digital learning environment. Teaching digital safety to students not only protects their personal information but also strengthens overall school cybersecurity.

FERPA—the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act—is a federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. However, as schools collect and store more sensitive data, FERPA and data privacy risks are also evolving.

Visitor check-in and access control best practices are essential for ensuring campus safety. With increasing security concerns in schools, implementing visitor check-in and access control best practices helps minimize unauthorized access, protect students and staff, and ensure a safe learning environment.

As community hubs, school districts often open their doors to outside organizations for events, activities, and gatherings. This facility rental for non-school use can benefit the community, but it also comes with potential risks.

As students return to campus, it’s important for school administrators to assess more than just academics and operations. One critical area that deserves attention is CPR and AED training for school staff. Ensuring your employees are prepared to respond to cardiac emergencies can save lives—and now is the perfect time to make it a priority.

Protecting your network begins with implementing effective data backup strategies for schools. As schools become increasingly reliant on digital systems for everything from student records to internal communications, having strong data backup strategies for schools in place is essential to avoid costly downtime, loss of sensitive information, and disruptions to learning.

Enhancing school security is one of the most pressing responsibilities for education leaders today. As school campuses evolve, so too must the systems that protect them.

Summer school risk management is essential to ensuring student and staff safety during the warm months. Many districts overlook the unique challenges tied to summer school risk management, such as outdated facilities, unfamiliar staff, and dormant security systems.

As temperatures rise, summer facility maintenance becomes a top priority for school districts and campus managers. Taking proactive steps during the summer months protects infrastructure and ensures a safe, efficient environment for students and staff returning in the fall.

As technology becomes more embedded in students' daily lives, cyberbullying continues to be a growing threat to student mental health and school safety.

School performances and assemblies are exciting opportunities for students, families, and the wider community to come together.

On Tuesday, April 9^th, 2025, Rodolfo Montes of Mission CISD was named 2024-2025 Statewide Bus Driver of the Year by PCAT in recognition of his service

Managing risks associated with school science labs is crucial to ensuring a safe learning environment for students and staff.

Volunteer Management is an essential component of many school communities, contributing to educational programs and student activities through dedicated volunteer support.