Cybersecurity and K-12 Education Webinars
Starting in November, REMC is hosting a timely four-part webinar series designed to help K-12 educators, tech teams and school leaders build practical cyber resilience - for FREE!
Each 75-minute session is virtual, actionable and eligible for 1.5 SCECHs with a short post-webinar activity. Attend one or attend all; each topic provides essential skills and practical strategies that will help any school or district protect themselves from cyber threats.
Who will benefit from these webinars?
Teachers, media specialists, administrators, IT/cyber staff, and anyone who touches student data or school devices. Sessions are led by John McCarthy, an experienced educator and facilitator who translates security concepts into classroom-ready steps.
Webinar dates and topics: All sessions are 4:00–5:15 PM (Virtual).
- Malware Mayhem: Defend Your Devices from Hidden Threats Tuesday, November 4, 2025 OR December 9, 2025
Spot and stop malware and ransomware, protect files, and keep personal and school devices safe. - Phishing 101: How Cybercriminals Trick You and How to NOT Take the Bait Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Learn how to recognize phishing scams, avoid costly mistakes, and build safer online habits for yourself and your students. - More Than a Password: Safeguarding Your Identity in a Digital World Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Understand how identity theft happens and the steps to lock down your personal and professional accounts. - What’s Your Info Worth? Keeping Student and Personal Data Secure Tuesday, December 2, 2025
See why student records and staff data are prime targets and learn practical protections at school and home.
Ready to register? Visit the Cybersecurity & K-12 Education event page to select your date(s) and sign up. For registration help, contact Linda Zara at lindazara@remc.org.