GoGuardian has launched Discover, a product that gives US school district leaders a unified view of their educational technology ecosystem. The company is offering free use of Discover for up to 60 days through 31 July for new and existing customers. The platform addresses three key needs: automated compliance and risk management through continuous monitoring against student data privacy certifications, AI-powered identification of cost savings by spotting unused licences, and actionable insights via natural language queries. Districts currently manage nearly 3,000 digital tools annually, with 70% of software licences going unused. GoGuardian supports over 25 million students and 10,000 schools nationwide. The free offer aims to help districts identify savings and compliance risks before budgets close.

Real-Time data shows exactly how students use AI on school technology. Roughly one in five student interactions with generative artificial intelligence on school technology involved cheating, self-harm, bullying, and other problematic behaviors, according to data collected and analyzed by Securly, a company offering internet filtering and other safety services. What's more, Securly identified roughly 1 in 50 student-AI interactions as red flags that students might be involved in violence, cyberbullying, or self-harm. Securly's analysis looked at nearly 1.2 million interactions in more than 1,300 districts from Dec. 1, 2025, to Feb. 20, 2026. For you. Educators should take heart that most of the time, students use AI appropriately, said Tammy Wincup, the CEO of Securly, whose competitors include GoGuardian and Lightspeed Systems. "When a district actually sets some guardrails and policies around their AI usage in schools, 80% of the conversations happening are within the district's policies," Wincup said. "That's the good news on the learning side of the house." Why the usage data is so 'fascinating' The analysis offers an early window into how students actually use generative AI tools. Most other research on student usage of AI comes from surveys, which rely on student self-reporting. Securly's data shows "what are students really doing when they're writing text into generative AI," said Jeremy Roschelle, the co-executive director of learning science research for Digital Promise, a nonprofit organization that works on equity and technology issues in schools. "That's why it's fascinating," he said. In November, Securly allowed district officials to set parameters around students' AI use, similar to the way they ask the company to filter out particular types of websites. If districts opt to use this feature, large language models will "deflect" a student's query to AI that's out-of-bounds with district policy. For instance, if a student tries to use AI to complete an assignment, large language models may instead point to information on the general topic but won't supply an exact answer. Or if a student asks about dosing for a particular medication, the tool will tell them to ask a trusted adult for help. Nearly all the deflected student queries - 95% - were from students trying to get AI tools to complete their schoolwork for them. That percentage didn't surprise Wincup. She expects that when districts allow students to use large language models on school networks and devices, kids will "experiment with understanding the guardrails" placed around the tools and try to get around those guardrails. Another 2% of the interactions identified as inappropriate related to games. A little less than 1% dealt with sexual content and a similar percentage concerned firearms or hunting. Gambling, drugs, and hate (such as racism and antisemitism) each comprised roughly 0.5% of flagged interactions. Though only 2 percent of interactions were identified as potentially unsafe, that represents more than 24,000 queries overall. And some of the questions students asked AI were troubling. For instance, one student directed a large language model to help draft an email to their mother explaining they had suicidal thoughts. Another student conducted a quick series of internet searches on questions, including "What's the main nerve in the forearm?" and "What nerve near the wrist carries blood?" Then the student switched to an AI tool, asking it how to commit suicide. (In both of these cases, the identity of the student was 'unmasked' by Securly and district officials were made aware of the safety issues.) Students used chatgpt more often than large language models created for K-12 schools. Overall, Securly detected a higher percentage of potentially unsafe AI interactions - 2% - than potentially unsafe student internet searches, 0.4%. It's too early to pinpoint an exact explanation for that discrepancy, Wincup said. She noted that Securly has had many years to hone its system for recognizing when a student's internet searches may be a sign of danger, while its work with AI interactions is brand new. Roschelle, meanwhile, is curious about what, exactly, students asked AI in the 80 percent of interactions that were deemed appropriate for school. How did their prompts and AI's responses help - or hinder - their understanding of an assignment, an issue, or the world around them, he wondered. "What we want to do is make sure [AI] is not just appropriate, but is actually valuable for student learning," Roschelle said. The analysis also revealed which large language models students use most often. ChatGPT is by far the most popular, accounting for 42% of interactions. Securly's AI Chat made up 28%. Google's Gemini comprised 21%. And other ed-tech tools that embed AI features - including MagicSchool, SchoolAI, and BriskTeaching - comprised 9%. (That data isn't nationally representative because only districts that use Securly have access to Securly AI. But Wincup believes "big tech" large language models are probably most popular in all districts.) AI puts education technology leaders in a new position, Wincup said. "They're no longer just buying things and setting things up like this," she said. This is a moment "where they have to have visibility in order to help their district make not just great tech decisions but make great teaching and learning decisions." Alyson Klein is an assistant editor for Education Week. Related Tags:

GoGuardian delivers powerful Windows enhancements to support multi-platform school environments. Comprehensive updates across GoGuardian Admin, Teacher, and Beacon ensure robust performance for K-12 schools operating Windows or mixed-device ecosystems LOS ANGELES, December 11, 2025 - GoGuardian, a leader in education technology supporting more than 25 million students and 10,000 schools nationwide, today announced significant enhancements to its safety and productivity product suite tailored specifically for Windows environments. These comprehensive updates solidify GoGuardian as the definitive multi-platform solution for schools and districts operating Windows, Chrome, Mac, iOS, and Android devices, addressing a critical need for U.S. schools running Windows or mixed-device environments. "Schools shouldn't have to compromise on student safety or learning management based on their device ecosystem," said Vishal Gupta, Chief Technology and Product Officer at GoGuardian. "Our Windows enhancements ensure that every district - regardless of their technology stack - can provide comprehensive oversight, effective classroom management, and proactive student safety measures. This isn't just about feature parity; it's about delivering excellence across every platform." The enhanced Windows experience includes 14 major updates released over the past year, demonstrating GoGuardian's commitment to delivering a seamless, unified experience across all operating systems. GoGuardian Admin * 18x improved proxy detection for more accurate identification in any environment * Stronger stability and responsiveness across network interruptions, device wake cycles, and secure network configurations * Consistent, uninterrupted filtering, even in complex or fluctuating network scenarios GoGuardian Teacher * Strengthened device connection for more reliable classroom management * Optimized lock-screen functionality and teacher overrides that work consistently across all device types * Fewer disruptions and smoother instructional flow, ensuring more time focused on learning GoGuardian Beacon * New Microsoft Outlook API integration, providing comprehensive oversight of student email activity across all devices * Browser-independent oversight that closes a critical safety gap, detecting concerning behaviors whether students are on Windows laptops, Chromebooks, or any device accessing school email Cross-Suite Updates for Windows Environments * Automatic updates offer a "set-it-and-forget-it" experience, eliminating manual installs and scheduling * Clearer, human-readable error messages with automatic troubleshooting suggestions that turn guesswork into informed action * Enhanced filtering for native desktop applications, including Microsoft Office, providing reliable visibility and maintaining performance of essential learning tools "With these enhancements, we've created a superior experience that recognizes the unique needs of Windows-based schools while maintaining the consistency and reliability GoGuardian is known for," Gupta noted. All Windows enhancements are available immediately to existing GoGuardian customers. For more information, visit www.goguardian.com. About GoGuardian With over a decade of experience, including pioneering the use of AI in K-12 education, GoGuardian delivers best-in-class solutions built with educators, not just for them. Its suite of products, powered by purpose-driven, customizable AI and actionable insights, enables what matters most: safer schools, empowered teachers, and thriving students. Trusted by over 2 million educators and more than 10,000 schools, GoGuardian supports 25 million students nationwide - representing 50% of all public and private K - 12 learners in the U.S. GoGuardian's curriculum and instruction suite, Pear Deck Learning, is the only platform that offers teachers support for every instructional step in any topic - all in one place. From lesson planning to state testing, Pear Deck Learning helps teachers deliver engaging instruction, personalized learning tailored to each student's needs, and meaningful assessment all with ease. Its team loves working with journalists to share compelling and unique stories. If you're a member of the media and would like to talk, please send an email to: