Cyber Tech for Teens: CyberSafety & CyberSecurity

This is a series of 8 x 1 hour classes, on Tuesday at 3:00pm EST, starting on April 5, 2022 for a period of eight weeks. Sessions will be recorded (not prerecorded) for access to participants unable to attend each class (one hour in length per class). A Certificate of Completion will be awarded to youth who participate in group activites, quizzes and attend 75% or more of the classes.

After the lessons students should have the following skills, including understanding their digital footprint, levels of the internet and how to be safe online. They will develop critical thinking skills allowing them to understand the importance of password creation and MFA.  They will learn about social media etiquette and digital citizenship, understand privacy settings and targeted advertising. Additionally, each week, special guest speakers will share their journey, stories and advice. Participants will have an opportunity to ask questions and interact with the speakers, with the the goal to engage and inspire in one of the hottest job market sectors!