Children & Students
The resources and activities below will teach kids best practices for staying safe while online.
Resources
Games and Activities
Educators & Parents
Keeping kids safe online can be a full-time job. Use the resources below to learn more about the challenges students face online and how to instill good habits to protect them in digital spaces.
Parents
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Division of Criminal Justice Services - Missing Persons Resources
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NYS Division of Consumer Protection: Internet and Computer Safety
Educators
Competitions
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2023 - 2024 New York State 'Kids Safe Online' Poster Contest
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U.S. Cyber Challenge (USCC) is a program of the Council on Cybersecurity with the mission to significantly reduce the shortage in the cyber workforce by serving as the premier program to identify, attract, recruit and place the next generation of cybersecurity professionals. USCC works with the cybersecurity community to bring accessible, compelling programs that motivate students and professionals to pursue education, development, and career opportunities in cybersecurity.
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CyberPatriot Competition for Grades 9-12
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The CyberPatriot National Youth Cyber Education Program was created by the Air Force Association to inspire high school students toward careers in cybersecurity or other science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines. At the core of the CyberPatriot program is the National Youth Cyber Defense Competition, which challenges teams of students to resolve real-life cybersecurity situations in a virtual environment.
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Tools & Videos
Want to learn more? These resources will provide information on everything from cyberbullying to starting conversations about cybersecurity.
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Cybersecurity Awareness Posters
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Cybersecurity Awareness Bookmarks