Best Practices for Securing Student Data in Azure: Why K-12 Schools Are Moving to the Cloud
May 22, 2025
With evolving security challenges and increasing data protection requirements, ensuring the safety of student information is more important than ever. Schools and districts need a secure, scalable, and compliant solution – and that’s why K-12 leaders are turning to Microsoft Azure.
This webinar takes a deep dive into best practices for protecting sensitive student data in cloud environments. Join experts from Follett Software and Microsoft as they explore how Azure’s advanced security features help safeguard K-12 data, support compliance, and enhance overall cybersecurity.
In this webinar, you’ll learn:
- How Azure’s built-in security features provide stronger protection than on-premises solutions
- Data encryption strategies to keep student records secure at rest and in transit
- Identity and access management best practices to prevent unauthorized access
- Advanced threat detection to stop cyberattacks before they happen
- Compliance tools to meet regulatory standards with ease
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