WeTeach_CS Summit 2025: Full Schedule

June 9-10, 2025
Renaissance Austin Hotel - 9721 Arboretum Blvd, Austin, TX 78759
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9:45am CDT

Securing the Future: Introducing NIST 800-171 to High School Educators

Monday June 9, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am CDT

Trinity B

Prepare your students for cybersecurity careers by exploring the foundational principles of NIST 800-171, a critical standard for safeguarding sensitive information. This session will equip high school educators with the knowledge to teach students about Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), compliance requirements, and best practices in data security. Learn how to connect industry standards to classroom instruction, inspire students to pursue cybersecurity pathways, and engage with real-world scenarios that demonstrate the importance of protecting data in today’s digital world.

Presenters

Nathaniel Mendoza

Manager, Networking, Security & OperationsnSenior Network Engineer, Texas Advanced Computing Center

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathaniel-mendoza-71a398/

Nikki Hendricks

Sr. Cybersecurity Education Specialist, TACC

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicola-nikki-hendricks/

Monday June 9, 2025 9:45am - 10:45am CDT
Trinity B

Cybersecurity, Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12)

12:45pm CDT

Cybersecurity and Computer Science Industry-Based Certifications

Monday June 9, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm CDT

San Marcos

In today's Cyber digital age, cybersecurity skills are in high demand across all industries. By obtaining a cybersecurity certification, our students can greatly enhance their career and academic prospects, positioning themselves as valuable assets to potential employers and universities. Early involvement in cybersecurity will keep them ahead of the curve, especially as cybersecurity and AI become critical economic indicators.

Presenters

Fred Lover

Professor, Assistant Department Chair, Austin Community College

linkedin.com/in/fredlover

Monday June 9, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm CDT
San Marcos

Cybersecurity, K-12 Counselors and/or Administrators

12:45pm CDT

Wireshark: Getting started with packets

Monday June 9, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm CDT

Guadalupe

Dive into the world of computer networks with Wireshark Fundamentals, a hands-on introduction to the ultimate tool for exploring packets and protocols. Designed for high school students, educators, and enthusiasts, this engaging one-hour session will guide you through installing, running, and using Wireshark to uncover the hidden language of the internet. Learn how data travels, troubleshoot basic issues, and discover the role of network analysis in cybersecurity—all in a way that’s fun, practical, and easy to follow. No prior experience is necessary; just bring your curiosity and a laptop if you wish!

Presenters

Bill Alderson

Zero Day Researcher, SecurityInstitute.com

Bill Alderson is a cybersecurity expert, inventor, and veteran who turns network mysteries into solutions. Holder of two U.S. patents on hop starvation—a method to halt cyberattacks by starving malicious packets at the network layer—he’s a master of deep packet inspection and... Read More →

Monday June 9, 2025 12:45pm - 1:45pm CDT
Guadalupe

Cybersecurity, High School

2:00pm CDT

PANEL: Cybersecurity Essentials: Key Controls for Staying Secure

Monday June 9, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT

Brazos

This presentation offers a clear and accessible introduction to foundational cybersecurity practices. It highlights essential controls that every organization and individual should implement to defend against cyber threats. Attendees will gain practical insights into enhancing their security posture, preventing common vulnerabilities, and effectively responding to potential risks. Designed for beginners and those seeking to deepen their understanding of cybersecurity basics, this session equips participants with the tools and knowledge to protect their digital assets. Even without prior experience in cybersecurity, you’ll leave with a solid understanding of the tactics threat actors use to compromise systems.

Presenters

Todd Pauley

Deputy CISO, Texas Education Agency

https://www.linkedin.com/in/todd-pauley-cissp-cism-23885520/

Monday June 9, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Brazos

Cybersecurity, Middle School and High School (Grades 6-12)