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ARESC-VIRTUAL HACKTOPIA Middle School Cybersecurity Competition Professional Development



Hacktopia is an innovative cybersecurity competition designed for 6th–8th grade students to tackle real-world challenges and develop essential problem-solving skills. This professional development program equips educators with the knowledge and resources needed to effectively guide their students through the competition. Participants will receive comprehensive training on foundational cybersecurity concepts, hands-on coding exercises, encryption techniques, and logic-based problem-solving strategies. Educators will also gain access to structured weekly lesson plans, and best practices for fostering teamwork and critical thinking in the classroom. By the end of this training, teachers will feel confident in preparing their students for success in Hacktopia, ensuring they not only compete but thrive in the dynamic world of cybersecurity. Dates: Virtual Training Sessions : February 9th 3:00 PM (1 Credit Hour) February 16th 5:00 PM (1 Credit Hour) February 23rd 5:00 PM (1 Credit Hour) March 2nd 5:00 PM (1 Credit Hour) Hacktopa Round 1: March 10th - March 21st (2 Credit Hours) Credit Hours: There will be an opportunity to gain 6 Professional Development Credits if all virtual sessions and round one is completed. If all sessions are not attended you can still gain professional development for the sessions you are able to attend. After round one is complete you will receive a certificate relefting the hours of professional development earned.

Important Session Information:


Virtual Training Sessions : February 9th 3:00 PM (1 Credit Hour) February 16th 5:00 PM (1 Credit Hour) February 23rd 5:00 PM (1 Credit Hour) March 2nd 5:00 PM (1 Credit Hour) Hacktopa Round 1: March 10th - March 21st (2 Credit Hours) Credit Hours: There will be an opportunity to gain 6 Professional Development Credits if all virtual sessions and round one is completed. If all sessions are not attended you can still gain professional development for the sessions you are able to attend. After round one is complete you will receive a certificate relefting the hours of professional development earned.
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Session ID:
548243
Credits Available:
(6) Hours
Seats Filled:
22 / 200
Fee:
$0.00
Contact Person:
Michael Walker
Instructor(s):
JAMES HOUSTON
Audiences: 
6-8, All Educators
 
Date Time Location
2/9/2025 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Arkansas River Education Service Cooperative - Arkansas River ESC - Virtual Session
2/16/2025 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Arkansas River Education Service Cooperative - Arkansas River ESC - Virtual Session
2/23/2025 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Arkansas River Education Service Cooperative - Arkansas River ESC - Virtual Session
3/2/2025 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Arkansas River Education Service Cooperative - Arkansas River ESC - Virtual Session
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3/21/2025 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Arkansas River Education Service Cooperative - Arkansas River ESC - Virtual Session


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