During Green Careers Week 2023 #GCW2023 we put out a number of Tweets and other content on social media about how Data Protection can be a Green Career. This article brings all of those ideas into one place… 🌍 Read here!
Practical advice on cyber threats and responding to cyber incidents from SchoolPro TLC. Spend a few minutes looking at the possible consequences of a cyber attack, how to respond if you have been affected, and some strategies for minimising the risk. Read here!
SchoolPro TLC case study on improving attendance rates. When it comes to improving school attendance, quick fixes rarely yield lasting results. At Northway Infants, we embarked on a comprehensive journey to elevate attendance rates, focusing on policy rigour, stakeholder communication, and targeted interventions. The outcome? A culture of good attendance that led to measurable improvements across all key metrics, including a significant reduction in persistent absenteeism. Learn how you can replicate this success in your educational setting. Read now!
SchoolPro TLC data protection updates & alerts for October ’23. Information sharing for children, US-UK Data Bridge, email security, consequences of data breaches, new DPIAs, and more SchoolPro TLC news. Read now!
Learn how to handle Freedom of Information (FOI) requests from suspended accounts on ‘WhatDoTheyKnow.’ Understand the legal grounds for refusal and get a template response for schools and Trusts. Stay compliant and informed with our latest guidance. Read here!
In our digital age, email remains a primary means of communication. However, with the convenience of email comes the responsibility to ensure that sensitive information is shared securely and confidentially. Read our guidance on protecting data when communicating by email here!
🔒 Did you know that confidential references are exempt from subject access requests under the Data Protection Act 2018? To maintain privacy and trust, make sure to clearly state that all references will be treated as confidential. For example, modify your request to say, “Please provide details of two referees. All references will be treated as confidential.” Read more here!
SchoolPro TLC data protection updates & alerts for September ’23. New SAR request tool from the ICO, guidance on the use of WhatsApp by school staff, updates to our privacy notice and ICT Acceptable Use Agreement templates, and more SchoolPro TLC news. Read now!
In an era of digital communication, schools must prioritize data protection. Drawing lessons from the recent ICO reprimand to NHS Lanarkshire for their unauthorised use of WhatsApp, this article delves into the significance of establishing clear communication protocols. Discover the potential pitfalls of popular messaging apps and understand the essential steps schools should take to safeguard sensitive data and maintain trust within their communities. Read more here!
SchoolPro TLC data protection updates & alerts for July ’23. Latest SAR guidance, advice to avoid ICO reprimands, latest on the Children’s Code, data protection issues, and SchoolPro TLC news. Read now!
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