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15 startups selected for the inaugural AWS Education Accelerator

AWS Public Sector

Amazon Web Services (AWS) today announced 15 startup companies selected to participate in the inaugural AWS Education Accelerator. Announced in October 2023, the AWS Education Accelerator supports education technology (EdTech) startups who are innovating to enhance the teaching and learning experience and improve educational outcomes.

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New AWS survey reveals the link between AI fluency and the next education revolution

AWS Public Sector

Education leaders are eager for solutions to the difficulties facing schools across the country. With strained local resources impacting educators, it is more critical than ever for the education community to adapt and evolve to meet student needs and address challenges.

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Budgeting Priorities for Federal Deployment of Zero Trust (E130)

FedInsider

No longer trying to define what it is, focus is now on the affordability within already challenged budgets. While in the education world he had the opportunity to run programs for the US Department of Defense, the US Department of Labor and created an accessible cyber-defense range for students and businesses.

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How the cloud helps scale innovation in K12 and primary education

AWS Public Sector

At this year’s IMAGINE conference for education, state, and local leaders, three K12 technology leaders convened to answer the question: How can the cloud help innovative ideas scale and expand in K12 education? Similarly, a Texas education service center is moving to the cloud to go to market more quickly.

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A 21st-Century Education in Ohio Prisons

GovLoop

Prison education correlates with reduced recidivism. Connected Education Education has long been a priority for ODRC, which has 30-plus-year relationships with colleges and offers a robust selection of technical training programs, literacy education and three paths to a high school diploma. The number drops to 5.6%

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Boosting Cybersecurity Power for State, Local Government & Education (E154)

FedInsider

In professional baseball, winning championships does not depend on having a large budget. Tune in on your favorite podcasting platform as we explore how local governments and educational institutions can utilize these resources to compensate for limited cybersecurity funding. Close Secretary & State CIO, North Carolina Dept.

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Racial Equity Budgeting: A Powerful Tool to Reduce Inequalities

Inter-American Development Bank

This was the topic of the event Racial Equity Budgeting: Lessons from the United States and Brazil , which was organized by the Inter-American Development Bank and took place in September 2023. We discussed how racial equity budgeting works and how cities and states are applying this instrument to reduce racial inequality.

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