Educational Cybersecurity Resources and Services

Educational Cybersecurity Resources and Services

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At CYBER.ORG, we provide comprehensive, no-cost or low-cost solutions that prepare educators and organizations to teach cybersecurity, create clear pathways to cyber careers, and equip students to protect against cyber threats. Supported in part by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency and used in thousands of schools nationwide, our services are designed to meet real-world needs with practical, proven tools.

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Cybersecurity Lessons for Grades K-12

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Our curriculum is at the heart of what we do. CYBER.ORG offers an extensive library of classroom-ready cybersecurity content built to support educators across grade levels and subject areas — regardless of prior experience. Designed for ease of use and real-world impact, these resources enable intuitive implementation for first-time cybersecurity instructors while giving seasoned professionals detailed lessons to build upon. All content is modular, Chromebook-compatible, and written by experienced educators to align with Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways, state standards, and industry-recognized certifications.

What We Offer:

  • Complete course library covering everything from cyber literacy and security basics to advanced topics like coding fundamentals, AI, networking and more (available at no cost to K-12 educators)
  • Learning Management System chat support
  • Customized curriculum also available upon request

Why It Matters

“CYBER.ORG provides one of the best curricula for learning cybersecurity, offering resources unlike anything else available. The lessons and Range simplify complex topics, making them more accessible, helping students build a deeper understanding of the field.” 

– Angelo Angione, Santaluces Community High School, Lantana, FL

 

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Educator Training and Expert Guidance

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CYBER.ORG offers virtual, in-person and self-paced professional development (PD) sessions that are interactive and directly applicable in the classroom. Our PD supports educators at every stage, building the confidence and skills needed to lead effective cybersecurity programs. Teachers are equipped for success through comprehensive training on our curriculum and classroom resources, examples of how to integrate lessons and activities into existing coursework, and materials that support students’ career and technical education goals.

What We Offer:

  • Virtual PD available at no cost to U.S. K–12 educators
  • Custom PD (in-person or virtual) for schools, districts, or regional collaboratives
  • Self-Paced PD on demand

Why It Matters

“CYBER.ORG’s trainings have given me the confidence to teach innovative lessons in my classroom, and the curriculum has been crucial in aiding my instruction. They have made teaching difficult topics accessible and fun to me and my students.” 

-Jenny Circello, Lakota Local Schools, Butler County, OH

 

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Tailored Support for Successful Cyber Programs 

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Our support services help educational institutions and organizations implement sustainable cybersecurity programs. From launching a new cyber course to designing a district-wide CTE pathway, our team provides tailored, expert support at every stage with access to our complete course library and resource recommendations.

What We Offer:

  • Standards Mapping for aligning instruction with your educational standards
  • Pathway Planning and Implementation that saves you time and resources by using proven methods, with long-term partnership planning for scale and sustainability
  • Scope & Sequence and/or Pacing Guides for integrating curriculum into existing frameworks while helping you avoid common pitfalls in curriculum adoption and delivery
  • Virtual Support to enhance teacher and student success

Why It Matters

"CYBER.ORG has enabled us to provide a more expansive technology educational experience. Students were engaged in the pilot of our new cybersecurity program and that also includes the teacher’s commitment to facilitating the curriculum...and it has shown with the student outcomes and participation."

- Dr. Calvin Ruffin, Jr., Director of Career Academies, Ballou Senior High School, District of Columbia

 

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Cyber Practice in a Safe, Virtual Environment

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The CYBER.ORG Range is cloud-based, allowing students and educators to safely practice cybersecurity skills in simulated environments, even on a Chromebook. Users can explore real-world threat scenarios and hone their technical and analytical skills without the risk of actual system compromise.

What We Offer:

  • No-cost access for K-12 educators in the U.S.
  • Coming Soon: Subscription access to all other organizations
  • Responsive email support for questions and troubleshooting

Benefits of the CYBER.ORG Range:

  • Hands-on labs to prepare students for industry certifications
  • Simulated networks for attacking and defending to help students build job-ready cyber experience
  • Role-based scenarios for all skill levels while encouraging problem-solving and critical thinking
  • Easy integration into classroom and training environments with no additional hardware or software required

Why It Matters

“The provided labs give teachers an easy way to expose students to the skills they will need for continuing their education in cybersecurity.”

- Anthony Della Rosa, North Plainfield High School, North Plainfield, NJ

 

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Trusted by more than 45,000 educators and 10,000 schools nationwide, CYBER.ORG is more than a resource provider, we’re a partner in building a cyber-strong future. Supported in part by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), our team of educators and cybersecurity experts delivers practical, effective, and scalable solutions for every level at little to no cost.