Passwords Must Go: The Future of Authentication in K-12

Written By Nicolas Long

October 28th, 2025, at 1 PM ET | Sponsored by Clever

Passwords, oftentimes basic or formulaic, have been the first line of default account defense in schools for decades—but for today’s district leaders, the real question is whether legacy password policies are still protecting identities or simply creating more risk.

This webinar brings together cybersecurity leaders and district technology executives for a candid, leadership-level debate. Together, they’ll examine which password practices are essential, which ones are slowing progress, and how to chart a realistic path toward a future of flexible yet secure authentication.

In this session we’ll explore how to:

  • Separate compliance “checkboxes” from risk-based password policies that actually reduce exposure.

  • Apply NIST-aligned best practices with practical classroom management in mind—because managing passwords with young students isn’t always simple.

  • Implement MFA and passphrase strategies that work in complex K-12 environments.

  • Build a 3–5-year roadmap to build a future of flexible yet secure authentication.

Featured Speakers:

  • Mark Racine, Co-Founder, RootED Solutions & former CIO, Boston Public Schools

  • Sriram Seshadri, Head of Security, Clever

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