Florida's K-12 Tailored Cyber Risk Solution
Simplified Compliance, Amplified Security!
Florida school districts rely on technology just like any business—but with fewer resources and higher stakes. Between limited staff, growing cybersecurity threats, and strict rules like FERPA, CIPA, COPPA, CJIS and Florida’s own requirements under F.S. 1001.212 and Rule 6A-1.0018, the pressure is nonstop.
That’s why we built a smarter, simpler way to help Florida districts stay secure and compliant—without the stress or the high price tag. Peace of mind is now practical. Get the tools, guidance, and protection your schools need, all in one easy-to-use platform.
Florida's students and staff deserve uncompromised and sustainable cybersecurity
Laws & Regulations
Federal
OMB UGG Final Revision 200.303(a)-(e)
If administering federal awards, establish/document/maintain effective internal controls and take reasonable cybersecurity and other measures to safeguard information
Confidentiality of education records; annual notices; access controls; disclosure logs; staff training
Notice/consent for certain surveys, marketing, or sensitive data collection
Notice/consent for certain surveys, marketing, or sensitive data collection
Internet safety policy; content filtering & monitoring; online safety/cyberbullying education
Treat school health records under FERPA; define exceptions
Technical, physical, and personnel controls; audits; training for districts with police presence
State
Keep student records confidential/exempt; align local policy with FERPA
Restrict collection/disclosure of specified data (incl. biometrics)
Adopt policy & mandated vendor contract terms: no targeted ads, profiling, secondary use; security & deletion
Formalize access, disclosure, annual notices, and third-party contract clauses
Adopt/enforce internet safety policy (complements CIPA)
Apply exemptions for cyber risk assessments, incident details, security plans in PRRs
Reflect prohibitions in AUP/handbooks; referral procedures
Block social media sites on district networks; provide instruction on risks
Use state-prescribed tools: FSSAT, FortifyFL, Florida School Safety Portal, and Behavioral Threat Assessment Instrument/Portal
With rising cybersecurity threats and new state mandates like Rule 6A-1.0018 and F.S. 1001.212, K–12 IT teams need more than technical tools—they need clear communication with leadership.
Minerva EDU bridges that gap.
Use familiar visuals, plain-language reporting, and board-ready insights to help your district manage cyber risk and meet Florida’s evolving standards—without overwhelming your team.
Cyber Florida works on behalf of the State of Florida at large, often carrying out special projects on behalf of the Florida Legislature, to help the citizens, businesses, and organizations of Florida stay safer in cyberspace.
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