Anyone connected to K12 Education is invited to attend!
This training and workshop aims to provide educators with the essential knowledge,
skills, and resources to guide and inspire students in technology, cybersecurity education,
and career pathways.
- Day 1 — Cyber Education and Career Pathways through Experiential Learning: Resources
and Activities
- Day 2 — RING: Free Cybersecurity Curriculum — Training, Demonstrations, and Resources
The training and workshops will run here at Wichita State University on June 21th
and June 22th, 2024. There is no cost to participate in the event. Breakfast and lunch will be provided for all participants each day. We have some
funding available to support hotel and travel costs ($250/person).
When is the training and workshop?
June 21st (Friday) and June 22nd (Saturday)
How do I register?
Use the Register Today link above, or use this link to Register Today!
Need a bit of funding?
We have some funds available to support hotel and travel costs ($250/person). See
the registration link above.
Can I attend virtually if I am unable to attend in person?
Yes, a virtual/hybrid option is available. While we would love to have you join us
in Wichita, we understand that traveling can be tricky.
Can I earn graduate credit form Wichita State University?
Yes! Attendees can earn 0.5 hours of graduate credit after attending the two days
of the event and completing one take-home assignment. The cost is $32.50. We will
share the details on how to obtain the credit during the event. The paperwork can
be filled out after the training.
Who will be leading the trainings and workshops?
Faculty and Staff from Dakota State University (Madison, SD) and Wichita State University
(Wichita, ND).
What is a Center of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity?
Institutions that receive a CAE-C designation have met the rigorous requirements set
forth by the sponsor of the program, the National Security Agency (NSA). The NSA awards
CAE-C designations to institutions that commit to producing cybersecurity professional
that will reduce vulnerabilities in our national infrastructure.
What is RING?
RING (Regions Investing in the Next Generation) is a cybersecurity course and online
resources that offers interesting and engaging content specifically for students and
schools without an existing cybersecurity program.
There are three different ways to utilize RING:
- External Instruction – Students learn cybersecurity from their teachers with access
to RING content.
- Centralized Instruction – Seasoned RING teachers teach target demographic students
in a proven virtual experience.
- Educational Partners – Institutional Partners provide meaningful RING experiences
to local area students.
Students can receive high school credit for RING in participating states.
For more information, please visit K-12 Pathway Program: RING homepage
The RING project is a supported grant from the National Centers for Academic Excellence
in Cybersecurity (NCAE-C). The NCAE-C program office is located within the National
Security Agency (NSA).
What do the Days Look Like?
Day 1 - Cyber Education and Career Pathways through Experiential Learning -Resources
and Activities
- 8:30 - 9:00 — Welcome and Overview
- 9:00 - 9:30 — Overview of CAE Initiatives/Projects
- 9:30 - 10:00 — K12 Outreach/Pathway Activities
- 10:00 - 10:15 — Break
- 10:15 - 11:00 — Hands on/Experiential Learning Activity 1
- 11:00 - 11:45 — Hands on/Experiential Learning Activity 2
- 11:45 - 12:00 — Overview of scholarship/service opportunities for students
- 12:00 - 12:45 — Lunch and Q&A
- 12:45 - 1:30 — Hands on/Experiential Learning Activity 3
- 1:30 - 2:00 — Resources for Educators
- 2:00 - 2:45 — Overview of Kansas Initiatives
- 2:45 - 3:00 — Break
- 3:00 - 3:45 — Hands on/Experiential Learning Activity 4
- 3:45 - 4:15 — Resources for Counselors
- 4:15 - 4:30 — Wrap Up and Q&A
Day 2 - RING: Free Cybersecurity Curriculum – Training, Demonstrations, and Resources
- 8:30 - 9:00 — Welcome and Join RING Canvas
- 9:00 - 9:30 — RING Overview
- 9:30 - 10:00 — CAE Knowledge Units and Curriculum Guidelines
- 10:00 - 10:15 — Break
- 10:15 - 11:00 — Hands on/Demo Lesson 1
- 11:00 - 11:45 — Hands on/Demo Lesson 2
- 11:45 - 12:00 — Explore Canvas/Q&A
- 12:00 - 12:45 — Lunch and Q&A
- 12:45 - 1:30 — Hands on/Demo Lesson 3
- 1:30 - 2:00 — Conversation - How to incorporate RING into your curriculum
- 2:00 - 2:15 — RING for High School/College credit
- 2:15 - 2:30 — Break
- 2:30 - 3:15 — Hands on/Demo Lesson 4
- 3:15 - 3:45 — Explore RING Modules
- 3:45 - 4:15 — Resources for Educators
- 4:15 - 4:30 — Wrap Up and Q&A