Blog: Category Archives: K-12
CENIC and Alameda Peer to Connect Students to Saildrone and Berkeley Lab
A new SFI agreement between CENIC and the City of Alameda is a model for local governments that wish to connect technology and R&D companies in their region with a state’s research and education institutions.
Libraries Expand Lifelong Learning Options through Broadband
With ever-increasing advancements in information and technology, continuing education has never been more important. Every day, libraries are leveraging their robust CENIC broadband connection to expand lifelong learning programs and provide access to education in their communities.
Broadband in K-12 Schools Boosts Teaching Practices and Learning Outcomes
High-speed Internet is redefining K-12 education. Studies show that learning outcomes are better when technology is integrated into pedagogically sound teaching. Two vastly different California schools are showing the power of broadband by using the same digital learning tools.
Zero-Trust Networking Enhances Security in Research and Education Environments
Zero-trust networking may be uniquely capable of tackling the security issues confronted by R&E environments. Experts from Google, Netflix, the UC Office of the President, San Bernardino County schools, and the San Francisco Library weigh in on security challenges and solutions.
Protecting Schools from Cyberattacks: CENIC Conducts Successful DDoS Mitigation Pilot
CENIC and the K-12 High Speed Network are working together to protect California schools from cyber attacks, threats that have compromised confidential student information, interrupted statewide scholastic testing, and prevented faculty and students from accessing important educational materials online.
How Connectivity Strengthens Communities through Education, Employment, and Health Care
In the greater San Diego area, the Tribal Digital Village operates a community network that serves 17 reservations and brings with it much-needed digital resources. Internet access has bolstered key areas to improve quality of life for families.
A BIIG Milestone: Over 350 of California’s Hardest-to-Reach K-12 Schools Now Have Broadband
As a result of BIIG funding, 356 of California's most remote and underserved schools are now connected to reliable, high-speed broadband Internet. Read about the public-private partnerships, the benefits of connecting to CalREN for schools, and how CENIC will finish the job.
Internet for All in California: Overcoming Challenges and Creating Solutions
Champions for equal Internet access from the public and private sector band together to close the digital divide and establish Internet for all in California. Read about their innovative solutions, from legislative action to industry disrupting business models.
The Unfinished Internet: Vint Cerf on Expansion, Education, and Preservation
At CENIC's 2018 conference, Internet co-founder Vint Cerf advocated for broader Internet access, greater digital literacy, and improved digital preservation. Read the blog and watch his keynote now.
CalREN Facilitates Communications During Napa Fires via Local Libraries
High-speed broadband service through CENIC’s CalREN network enabled the Napa County Library to serve as communications hub during wildfires.