EP 09 How do school board IT departments maintain continuity during disruptive events?
The COVID-19 outbreak has been a challenging test for school boards globally and IT departments have been under pressure to support teachers and families with connectivity, tools and computing resources. We spoke with special guest Gord Truffen, Superintendent of Education in charge of Information Systems at the Halton District School Board about the efforts to provide support and education under pressure and often under quarantine. Tune in for a fascinating look at the selection of secure educational tools and privacy-protective measures that take place behind the scenes, to support students and protect data.