The Privacy Shield: Tools to Keep Your Information Private

The "Core Cryptographic Principles" Description
This 6-hour module provides a high-impact, focused curriculum on the cryptographic principles that are fundamental to modern cybersecurity. It is designed to give students a clear understanding of the technologies that secure all digital communication.

Module Objectives:

• Symmetric & Asymmetric Encryption (4 hours): Students will gain a foundational understanding of both Symmetric (single-key) and Asymmetric (public/private key) encryption.
• They will learn the practical applications and trade-offs of each method, which are essential for understanding data protection.
• SSL for Online Security (2 hours): This segment provides a focused look at Secure Sockets Layer (SSL), a critical component for securing web traffic.
• Students will learn how SSL works to encrypt data between a user's browser and a website, a skill that is directly relevant to their daily online activity.

This module ensures your students possess a crucial, foundational understanding of data encryption, a core component of both the new national curriculum and any future career in cybersecurity.

The "Protecting Your Family's Secrets" Description
This 3-week, 6-hour program teaches your child the digital magic that keeps their private information safe online. We'll demystify the technology that protects everything from their text messages to their online purchases, giving them the knowledge to ensure their data stays secure.

Your child will learn to:

• Understand Digital Locks: We explain the two main types of digital encryption—Symmetric & Asymmetric—the most common methods used to scramble and protect data.
• Verify Secure Websites: Students will learn what SSL is and how to spot a secure website, so they know when it's safe to enter their information, like a password or email address.

This module provides essential knowledge that gives your child confidence and empowers them to make smart, safe decisions with their personal information every time they go online.