·01 — What is CyberPatriot?
The national youth cyber defense competition.
CyberPatriot is the national youth cyber education program created by the Air & Space Forces Association to inspire K-12 students toward careers in cybersecurity and science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). It includes national defense competitions, AFA CyberCamps, an alumni network, and the Elementary School Cyber Education Initiative (ESCEI) for K-6 digital safety. Educators receive ready-to-use curriculum materials; students gain competitive experience and an introduction to cyber career pathways.
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What you do
Engage with curriculum, mentorship, or service activities aligned to the program's mission.
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What you get
Funding, designation, training, or placement, depending on the program.
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What it builds
A pathway toward DoW cyber roles, or a stronger institutional cyber program.
·02 — Related programs
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Enable Academic Institutions
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NSA-managed program designating colleges and universities as CAE-CD, CAE-CO, CAE-R, or CAE-CAI — setting national standards for cybersecurity curriculum and competency development.
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