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Cyber A.C.E.S. Module 1 Brings Cybersecurity to Early Grades
New training program teaches K-1 students digital citizenship through unplugged lessons
Apr. 1, 2026 at 9:00pm
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A new asynchronous course from Edutech in Palo Alto, California introduces educators to the Cyber A.C.E.S. curriculum, which uses unplugged, play-based lessons to build early skills in online safety, privacy, communication, and digital citizenship for students in grades K-1.
Why it matters
As young children increasingly interact with digital devices, there is a growing need to equip them with the foundational knowledge and skills to navigate the online world safely and responsibly. The Cyber A.C.E.S. program aims to address this by bringing cybersecurity education into the early grades through engaging, hands-on activities.
The details
The Cyber A.C.E.S. Module 1 training course guides educators through implementing the program's lessons, which cover topics like responsible connectivity, privacy protection, and respectful online communication. Participants will explore the activities, vocabulary, and scenarios used in the curriculum, as well as develop a plan for bringing these cybersecurity concepts into their own classrooms.
- The training course is available starting April 1, 2026.
The players
Edutech
An educational technology organization based in Palo Alto, California that provides training and resources for teachers.
Cyber A.C.E.S.
An unplugged, play-based cybersecurity curriculum for early elementary students developed by Palo Alto-based experts.
What they’re saying
“We're excited to equip educators with the tools they need to introduce cybersecurity concepts to young learners in an engaging, age-appropriate way.”
— Jane Doe, Director of Edutech
What’s next
Educators can register for the Cyber A.C.E.S. Module 1 training course on the Edutech website starting April 1, 2026.
The takeaway
As technology becomes an increasingly integral part of daily life, even for young children, programs like Cyber A.C.E.S. are crucial for building a foundation of digital citizenship and online safety skills from an early age.
