Board Preparedness Guide
Helping Every School Board Member Stay Cyber Ready
Cyber incidents can interrupt education, jeopardize data, and diminish public confidence. Effective cybersecurity leadership begins at the top.
Inside the Guide
- Understanding the Threat
- Case Study
- A Board Member’s Role
- Cyber Essentials Checklist
- Training & Awareness
- Communication & Response
- Resources & Contacts
- CyberReady365 Overview
Developed by LBL Cybersecurity, Oregon’s trusted partner for K–12 cybersecurity readiness. We help schools, cities, and special districts stay protected 365 days a year.
Proactive Measures
Implementing comprehensive cybersecurity training for staff can reduce the risk of data loss by up to 70%.
Awareness & Preparedness
Seeing individuals as cybersecurity assets rather than liabilities contributes to the enhancement of school defenses.
Community Trust
A strong cybersecurity posture helps maintain community trust, ensuring that parents and students feel confident in the school’s ability to protect personal information.
Response Plans
Having an incident response plan is essential for schools to effectively handle cyber threats and minimize damage.
Plan & Prepare
Cyber incident response plans reduce downtime by 50% or more.
