GenCyber@FMU Summer 2025 Teacher Camp Program

GenCyber@FMU Summer 2025 Teacher Camp Program

The 2025 GenCyber Summer Camp at Florida Memorial University takes place on the FMU campus from Monday, July 21 to Friday, July 25, 2025. It was a resounding success, fostering a vibrant learning community and advancing cybersecurity education in secondary schools. The program’s comprehensive structure, expert involvement, and resource support ensured meaningful professional growth for participating educators.

Program Overview

• Target Audience: Middle and high school teachers from the Broward Public School System.
• Delivery Format: Hybrid (Online pre- and post-camp sessions; in-person camp).
• Honorarium: $1,080 stipend per participant.
• Resources Provided: laptops and instructional materials.

Curriculum Focus

• Cybersecurity Fundamentals
• Cyber Policy Management
• Ethical Hacking Techniques
• NICE Workforce Framework Integration
• Lesson Plans Development and Collaboration

Program Goals and Impact

The camp achieved the following objectives:

1. Increased Cybersecurity Awareness: Enhanced understanding of cybersecurity concepts and career pathways.
2. Teacher Readiness: Strengthened educators’ capacity to deliver cybersecurity content in K6–12 classrooms.
3. Practical Skill Development: Bridged theoretical knowledge with hands-on ethical hacking exercises.
4. Resource Accessibility: Informed educators about national cybersecurity resources to support teaching effectiveness.
5. Community Empowerment: Equipped teachers to inspire and prepare the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.