Edu-Shield is a platform designed to help school districts rigorously evaluate and manage their educational technology (edtech) stack. Inspired by the growing concern over “too many tools, not enough impact” and the need for districts to prove the value of their edtech investments, Edu-Shield provides a centralized system for tracking tool usage, assessing instructional impact, managing licenses, and ensuring data privacy and interoperability. The platform uses data analytics to identify underutilized “zombie licenses” and provides a framework for evaluating tools based on evidence, safety, inclusivity, and usability. By streamlining the edtech procurement and review process, Edu-Shield helps districts make more informed decisions, optimize spending, and ensure that the technology they adopt genuinely supports teaching and learning goals.