The Secret Code of the Internet: How Messages Stay Hidden

The "Mastering Core Technical Disciplines" Description
This 10 weeks module provides a rigorous and foundational curriculum in two critical domains of cybersecurity: Cryptography and Linux. By dedicating 10 weeks to these subjects, your school will equip students with the in-depth, hands-on skills required to truly understand and excel in the field.

Module Objectives:

• Bits, Binary, & Encoding (6 hours): This segment establishes the fundamental principles of computing, providing the logical framework necessary for understanding how all digital data is represented and manipulated.
• Basic Cryptography Concepts (6 hours): Students will learn the essential theories behind cryptography, including encryption, hashing, and digital signatures.
• This provides the theoretical backbone for secure communication and data protection.
• Advanced Linux CLI (6 hours): This intensive, hands-on component moves beyond basic commands to master the Linux Command Line Interface.
• This is a core technical skill required for system administration, cyber defense, and penetration testing.
• Privacy vs. Security (2 hours): The module concludes by exploring the nuanced relationship between these two concepts, ensuring students develop a comprehensive and ethical perspective on data handling.
• Privacy is about the right to control how your personal information is used, while security is the set of tools and practices used to protect that information from unauthorized access.

This module is designed to give students a technical edge, preparing them not just to comply with the new mandate but to stand out with advanced, marketable skills.

The "Building Foundational Tech Skills" Description
This 10-week, 20-hour program offers a powerful combination of essential technical skills and crucial digital awareness. Beyond just staying safe online, your child will learn the core logic that powers our digital world, preparing them for a future in any tech-driven field.

Your child will learn to:

• Think in Code: We start with the basics of Bits, Binary, & Encoding, which is the language of all computers, giving them a fundamental understanding of how digital information is stored and processed.
• Protect Information: They'll master Basic Cryptography Concepts, learning how encryption keeps data secure—the same technology that protects your bank accounts and online purchases.
• Command the Machine: A deep dive into the Linux Command Line Interface (CLI) gives them a powerful, hands-on skill used by all cybersecurity professionals and software developers to control a computer system directly.
• Navigate the Digital World Wisely: We explore the key difference between Privacy vs. Security, so your child learns not just how to protect data, but also how to manage their digital identity and control what information is shared.

This module is the perfect blend of technical know-how and responsible digital citizenship, empowering your child with skills that are both protective and career-relevant.