WeTeach_CS Summit 2026

In this interactive 1-hour workshop, participants explore Fortifying Castles: Quantum Leap, a project-based learning experience that integrates physics and cybersecurity. Using the driving question, “What will it take to protect our data in a world powered by quantum computers?”, the workshop connects medieval castle defenses to modern digital security. Attendees examine defense-in-depth through historical and contemporary lenses, engage in inquiry-based activities, and see how students apply physics and cybersecurity concepts to redesign castles as quantum-ready data centers.

Explore how Kusto Query Language (KQL) powers real-world cybersecurity investigations in this hands-on session. Participants will work through a KC7 cyber case and learn practical query techniques used by analysts every day. We’ll connect these skills to classroom applications, showing how KQL fosters problem-solving and critical thinking while introducing students to industry-relevant tools. Leave with strategies and resources to bring authentic cybersecurity experiences to your learners.

CyManII proposes a session for the WeTeach Summit showcasing how our Education & Workforce Development team directly supports K–12 computer science and cybersecurity learning. We will highlight our hands-on cyber range environments, mobile training vehicle, teacher-focused curriculum modules, and scalable workforce readiness pathways designed to strengthen classroom instruction and real-world application. Our presentation will demonstrate how these turnkey tools empower educators, enhance student engagement, and align with WeTeach’s mission to expand high-quality CS and cybersecurity education across Texas and beyond.