Saturday, October 17, 2026 ยท Fort Washington, MD

Kids Cybersecurity Day

Celebrating Cybersecurity Awareness Month with a fun, hands-on morning where kids become cyber detectives, spot scams, crack challenges, and discover how they can help make the digital world safer. No computer needed. Be curious. Be smart. Be cyber safe.

Date
Saturday, October 17
Time
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Ages
9โ€“12 | Grades 4โ€“7
Cost
$30 per child

One morning to think like a defender.

Held in celebration of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Kids Cybersecurity Day is a single, action-packed session where students step into the role of cyber detective. Through guided challenges, they'll learn how hackers think, how to spot a scam before it catches them, and what it takes to keep a password (and a person) safe online, all while working in teams and making new friends. No computer or prior tech experience needed. Students who are outside the listed age range may be considered based on space availability.

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Event Location
National Christian Academy
6701 Bock Road, Fort Washington, MD 20744

Six stations, one mission.

Every activity is instructor-guided and built for the age group, from first-time explorers to kids who already love computers.

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Cyber Detective Challenges

Puzzle-driven missions that build the habit of asking "does this look right?"

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Crack Password Challenges

Hands-on activities showing what makes a password strong or weak, and why it matters.

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Spot the Scam

A phishing challenge that teaches kids to recognize the red flags in a suspicious message.

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Think Like a Hacker

An introduction to ethical hacking: how attackers think, so kids can think one step ahead.

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Team Cyber Competition

A friendly, collaborative challenge that puts the day's lessons to the test as a group.

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Explore Cyber Careers

A look at the real people and jobs behind cybersecurity, and how kids can grow into them.

Why MBS.Tech

A program built for this moment, by someone who's lived it.

MBS.Tech is a nationally recognized cybersecurity education organization led by Dr. Miranda Stanfield, a federal cyber leader and educator.

We specialize in introducing underrepresented youth to real-world tech and cybersecurity careers through engaging, hands-on programs that build skills, confidence, and community.

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Led by a federal cyber expert

Dr. Miranda Stanfield brings a PhD in cybersecurity leadership and a decade of federal government experience to every program we run.

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Built for underrepresented youth

We expand access to real cybersecurity education for students who've historically been left out of the tech pipeline.

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Hands-on, not hypothetical

Every station uses real scenarios and real tools scaled for kids, so lessons actually stick.

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Founded & Led By

Dr. Miranda Stanfield

Cybersecurity leader, educator, and founder of MBS.Tech. Nationally recognized for workforce development and community impact.

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Simple pricing.

One flat price covers the entire day, including meals and a keepsake certificate. Spots are limited.

$30Per Child

Kids Cybersecurity Day

Saturday, October 17, 2026 ยท 9:00 AMโ€“12:00 PM ยท National Christian Academy, Fort Washington, MD. Ages 9โ€“12 | Grades 4โ€“7. No computer needed.

What's Included

Lunch included
Snacks & drinks
Certificate of completion
All six hands-on challenge stations
Register Now

Spots are limited โ€” reserve your child's place today.

Good questions, answered

Does my child need prior experience?
No prior experience is required. Kids Cybersecurity Day is designed for students ages 9โ€“12 (grades 4โ€“7), and every activity is instructor-guided from the ground up. No computer needed.
What should my child bring?
Nothing extra is required โ€” no computer needed. All materials for the challenge stations are provided. Just send your child ready to participate.
Is food provided?
Yes. Lunch, snacks, and drinks are all included in the $30 registration fee.
What if my child is outside the 9โ€“12 age range?
Students outside this age range may be considered based on space availability. Please reach out to us before registering to check availability.
Where is the event held?
National Christian Academy, 6701 Bock Road, Fort Washington, MD 20744.
Who is running the event?
Kids Cybersecurity Day is led by instructors from MBS.Tech, founded by Dr. Miranda Stanfield, a cybersecurity leader with a decade of federal government experience and a PhD in cybersecurity leadership. MBS.Tech runs cybersecurity education programs for underrepresented communities across the DMV.