---
title: Heartland School Solutions | Connections | Data Security
description: Data Security |
---

[![Heartland-AGPC-logo-main](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Heartland_May2018/images/Heartland-AGPC-logo-main.png?width=168&height=31&name=Heartland-AGPC-logo-main.png)](https://www.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/en) ![Heartland](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/hubfs/Heartland_May2018/images/aglobalpaymentscompany_identifier_grey.png)

- [Back to Main Site](https://www.heartlandpaymentsystems.com/)

- [Back to Main Site](https://www.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/)
- Products 
    - [Nutrition Technology](https://www.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/en/nutrition-technology)
    - [Payment Solutions](https://www.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/en/payment-solutions)
- Support 
    - [Support Central](https://info.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/support-central)
    - [Technical Consulting](https://info.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/consulting)
- Events 
    - [Training Events](https://www.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/en/training-events)
    - [Shows and Conferences](https://www.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/en/shows-and-conferences)
    - [Connect 2026](https://info.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/connect)
- About 
    - [Our Story](https://www.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/en/about/our-story)
    - [Partnerships](https://info.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/integrations)
    - [Careers](https://www.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/en/about/careers)
- Resources 
    - [Webinars](https://info.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/webinars-nutrition)
    - [Guides & Templates](https://info.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/resources/guides-templates)
    - [Blog](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com)

# ![Connections Blog](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/hubfs/LP_Templates/Connections-Blog/Connections-Blog-Logo-2024.svg)

Fresh insights for school leaders

## [School Cybersecurity: Why It Matters Now More Than Ever](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/school-cybersecurity-why-it-matters-now-more-than-ever)

 By [Nate Winans](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/author/nate-winans)

- [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share)

[![](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/hubfs/Cybersecurity%20blog%20post%20header.jpg)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/school-cybersecurity-why-it-matters-now-more-than-ever)

In the wake of [recent cybersecurity hacks](https://www.nytimes.com/2019/07/28/us/hacker-school-cybersecurity.html), districts across the country are on high alert and looking for ways to make sure they don't become the next victim of a cyberattack. In a 2018 study conducted by [EdTech](https://edtechmagazine.com/k12/article/2018/12/3-ways-k-12-schools-can-improve-their-cybersecurity-2019), school districts were found to be one of the least secure of the 17 industries surveyed, due in part to a lack of funding allocated to cybersecurity. This has lead to weaker security protections making schools more likely to be targeted by hackers.

There are many different types of cybersecurity threats, but one of the most common is called ransomware. This is when hackers gain unauthorized access to the data on your computer and demand money in order to regain access to it. These threats expose sensitive information of those in your school community, disrupt school operations, and have high recovery costs. This heightens the importance of reviewing internal and external security measures to keep your student and staff information safe.

[**Read More ⟶**](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/school-cybersecurity-why-it-matters-now-more-than-ever)

## [5 Platforms Every School Should Consider Integrating with Their Student Information System](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/5-platforms-every-school-should-consider-integrating-with-their-student-information-system)

 By [Nate Winans](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/author/nate-winans)

- [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share)

[![](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/hubfs/SIS%20Integration%20Blog%20Header%20Image.jpg)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/5-platforms-every-school-should-consider-integrating-with-their-student-information-system)

School technology continues to evolve to support the operational needs of K12. Student Information Systems (SIS) have revolutionized how school administrators, teachers and parents maintain and access student records. Data such as demographics, student enrollment, class schedules, and grades are electronically and securely managed within a student information database. Now that most - if not all K12 districts use a SIS, other school systems have built integrations to streamline these processes even further. Here are 5 key platforms to consider integrating with your SIS: 

[**Read More ⟶**](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/5-platforms-every-school-should-consider-integrating-with-their-student-information-system)

## [Lower Your Risk: Five Ways to Help Keep Your School Data Secure](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/lower-your-risk-five-ways-you-can-help-keep-your-school-data-secure)

 By [Renee Pisaturo](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/author/renee-pisaturo)

- [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share)

[![](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/hubfs/Blog/blog-security.jpg)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/lower-your-risk-five-ways-you-can-help-keep-your-school-data-secure)

We’ve all heard recent news coverage around the latest hacks, security breaches, and the like. In a world where electronic information is the new norm, a school environment can be at risk of exposing sensitive information involving students, parents, and staff.

Cybersecurity is at the forefront of many industries, including the K-12 space, and can be a challenge to address. Here are some reminders to help ensure your school data is secure:  

[**Read More ⟶**](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/lower-your-risk-five-ways-you-can-help-keep-your-school-data-secure)

### Subscribe to our monthly newsletter

[![free-webinars-for-school-nutrition-technology](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog/free-webinars-for-school-nutrition-technology.png?width=375&height=416&name=free-webinars-for-school-nutrition-technology.png)](https://info.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/webinars-nutrition)

 

### Recent Posts

### Posts by Topic

- [School Lunch (42)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/school-lunch)
- [School Payments (33)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/school-payments)
- [MySchoolBucks (31)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/myschoolbucks)
- [Point of Sale software (21)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/point-of-sale-software)
- [Conferences (19)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/conferences)
- [School Nutrition Regulation (16)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/school-nutrition-regulation)
- [School Breakfast (14)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/school-breakfast)
- [Training (13)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/training)
- [Menu Planning (11)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/menu-planning)
- [Connect (10)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/connect)
- [Social Media (10)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/social-media)
- [Contests & Grants (9)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/contests-grants)
- [How to (9)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/how-to)
- [Parent Newsletters (9)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/parent-newsletters)
- [Recipes (8)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/recipes)
- [Hardware (7)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/hardware)
- [School Fundraising (7)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/school-fundraising)
- [Afterschool Programs (6)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/afterschool-programs)
- [MCS software (6)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/mcs-software)
- [Mosaic Cloud (6)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/mosaic-cloud)
- [Cloud-Based Solutions (5)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/cloud-based-solutions)
- [invoicing (5)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/invoicing)
- [nutrition program (5)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/nutrition-program)
- [Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) (4)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/community-eligibility-provision-cep)
- [Farm to School (4)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/farm-to-school)
- [MealViewer (4)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/mealviewer)
- [School Store (4)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/school-store)
- [free downloads (4)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/free-downloads)
- [Data Security (3)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/data-security)
- [Digital Signage (3)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/digital-signage)
- [Donations (3)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/donations)
- [Free & Reduced (3)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/free-reduced)
- [Lunch Debt (3)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/lunch-debt)
- [School Accounting (3)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/school-accounting)
- [back to school (3)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/back-to-school)
- [school commerce platform (3)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/school-commerce-platform)
- [Cashless Campus (2)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/cashless-campus)
- [Customer Testimonial (2)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/customer-testimonial)
- [Direct Certification (2)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/direct-certification)
- [Happy holidays (2)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/happy-holidays)
- [MSB Activities (2)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/msb-activities)
- [MSB Tickets (2)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/msb-tickets)
- [Meal Ordering (2)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/meal-ordering)
- [National School Lunch Week (2)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/national-school-lunch-week)
- [Nutrikids (2)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/nutrikids)
- [Webinars (2)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/webinars)
- [ANC (1)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/anc)
- [Activities (1)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/activities)
- [Black History Month (1)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/black-history-month)
- [Communications (1)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/communications)
- [Contactless Payments (1)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/contactless-payments)
- [Meal Debt (1)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/meal-debt)
- [Partnerships (1)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/partnerships)
- [Pickle Juice (1)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/pickle-juice)
- [Procurement (1)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/procurement)
- [School events (1)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/school-events)
- [Serving in the Classroom (1)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/serving-in-the-classroom)
- [Women's History Month (1)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/womens-history-month)
- [school commerce (1)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/school-commerce)
- [school fees (1)](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/topic/school-fees)

See All »

[![Heartland](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/hubfs/Heartland_May2018/images/logo.png)](https://www.heartlandschoolsolutions.com)

### Nutrition Technology

- [Point of Sale](https://www.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/en/nutrition-technology/point-of-sale)
- [Free and Reduced](https://www.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/en/nutrition-technology/free-and-reduced)
- [Online Applications](https://www.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/en/nutrition-technology/online-applications)
- [Menu Planning](https://www.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/en/nutrition-technology/menu-planning)
- [Meal Orders](https://www.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/en/nutrition-technology/meal-orders)
- [Ordering Inventory](https://www.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/en/nutrition-technology/ordering-inventory)
- [Digital Menus](https://www.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/en/nutrition-technology/mealviewer)

### Payment Solutions

- [School Store](https://www.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/en/payment-solutions/school-store)
- [Student Invoicing](https://www.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/en/payment-solutions/student-invoicing)
- [School Program Management](https://www.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/en/payment-solutions/msb-activities)
- [Tickets & Event Management](https://www.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/en/payment-solutions/ticketing)
- [School Funds Accounting](https://www.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/en/payment-solutions/school-funds-accounting)
- [In-Person Payments](https://www.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/en/payment-solutions/msb-anywhere)
- [Meal Payments](https://www.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/en/payment-solutions/meals)

### Events

- [Training Events](https://www.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/en/training-events)
- [Shows and Conferences](https://www.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/en/shows-and-conferences)
- [Connect 2026](https://info.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/connect)

### Support

- [Support Central](https://info.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/support-central)
- [Technical Consulting](https://info.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/consulting)

### About

- [Our Story](https://www.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/en/about/our-story)
- [Partnerships](https://info.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/integrations)
- [Careers](https://www.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/en/about/careers)

### Resources

- [Webinars](https://info.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/webinars-nutrition)
- [Guides & Templates](https://info.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/resources/guides-templates)
- [Blog](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/)

### Contact Sales

800.423.2113

### Contact

- [Contact Sales](https://info.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/contact-us)
- [Contact Support](https://info.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/support-central#help)

### [Social](https://www.heartlandpaymentsystems.com/school-solutions)

- [![Facebook](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/hubfs/Heartland_May2018/images/facebook.png) ![Facebook](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/hubfs/Heartland_May2018/images/facebook_active.png)](https://www.facebook.com/heartlandschoolsolutions)
- [![Youtube](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/hubfs/Heartland_May2018/images/youtube.png) ![Youtube](https://blog.heartlandschoolsolutions.com/hubfs/Heartland_May2018/images/youtube_active.png)](https://www.youtube.com/user/HPYSchoolSolutions)

### Location

765 Jefferson Road, #400  
Rochester, NY 14623

© 2025 Heartland Payment Systems, a Global Payments company (NYSE: GPN). All rights reserved. 

Heartland Payment Systems, LLC is a registered ISO of PNC Bank, N.A., Pittsburgh PA, and Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas, New York, NY.

- [Terms of Use](https://www.heartlandpaymentsystems.com/terms-of-use)
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.heartlandpaymentsystems.com/privacy-policy)

Cookie Settings