TABLE2: Anticipate the Attack: A Leadership Playbook for Cyber Preparedness

Cyber incidents in schools are growing more common and more complex, affecting everything from instruction and operations to communication and public trust. But you don’t have to be a cybersecurity expert to lead with clarity and confidence. What school and district leaders need is a preparedness plan that starts before the attack happens. This session provides a leadership-level playbook for anticipating and managing the impact of a cyber incident. From governance and communication protocols to instructional continuity and recovery planning, we'll discuss how to make sound decisions under pressure and how to put the right systems in place now to mitigate future risk. We’ll cover common gaps, internal coordination structures, and the questions every superintendent or cabinet-level leader should be asking today. Whether you oversee technology or lead the entire organization, you’ll leave this session better prepared to protect your district, support your team, and lead your community when it matters most.