Cyber Education Symposium in Arlington, VA - November 19-20, 2013

The Cyber Education Symposium, will take an interdisciplinary approach to cyber education, forcing leaders and educators to understand what is taking place rather than specializing in only one area of security.  The Symposium offers a rare opportunity for the brightest minds in government (.gov), the private sector (.com), and the educational community (.edu) to convene and discuss the best practices and solutions for cybersecurity education.  

The Symposium website is here http://ncsi.com/ces/2013/index.php, and you can find  the agenda herehttp://ncsi.com/ces/2013/agenda.php.

Attendees will:

• Gain a better understanding of how to provide cyber training to their workforce, and actually how to start that training
• Discover the best practices, models and approaches for effective, affordable, and sustainable training
• Hear directly from leaders in government, industry, and academia on the latest trends and challenges in the cybersecurity education and training market
• Gather best practices covering cybersecurity program creation, financing, and performance
• Gain a better understanding of the methods and strategies other nations are using to successfully train and educate the next generation of cyber leaders
• Examine the State of Art in key academic areas – including curricula development, and pedagogy
• Obtain information on different types of certifications to determine which ones add the greatest value to the workforce
• Learn about Government programs and initiatives aimed at solving the gap of skilled cybersecurity personnel 

Current Speakers include:

NoVA Outside Fall Networking / Professional Development - October 21

Please join us for our Fall Networking and Professional Development Meeting, Monday October 21 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Stoneybrooke Park in Alexandria (3900 Stoneybrooke Drive in Alexandria, VA 22306).

This three-hour event will include:

o   NoVA Outside’s business meeting updating participants on our events, committees, and ways to get involved.

o   A networking lunch to build connections and share knowledge (lunch is included in the cost of registration). Please come and share your current projects and bring flyers, newsletters, and other materials to distribute to those interested. We'll allot three to five minutes per participant for sharing - you can use your time to promote your latest event, ask other professionals advice, or share a success story.

o   A short hike in Stoneybrooke Park, exploring the historic Stone Mansion and surrounding property led by Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) staff. The theme of the hike is "Helping our Land Heal," and we'll focus on the impacts of our work on our public lands. FCPA staff will lead a hike and discussion on how we treat the land and the resulting impacts, using the property at Stoneybrooke Park to show examples. Learn more here.

Thanks to Fairfax County Park Authority for hosting this program. 

                                                                                                                            This program is $15 for members and $25 for non-members, with 10% off for early bird registration till October 7. Click here to register!

-- The NoVA Outside Leadership Teamnovaoutside.org | info@novaoutside.org

Integrated Science, Technology and Music

Thanks to well-known educator Beth Reese for the link to this exceptional example of STEM and the Arts:

Young Women in Computing Award

The NCWIT Award for Aspirations in Computing recognizes young women in high school for their computing-related achievements and interests and generates visibility for women’s participation in computing-related pursuits.  With one application, high school girls will be considered for the award on both the national and the affiliate levels.



https://www.aspirations.org/participate/high-school

Ways to get involved?

1.  Encourage high school girls to apply by distributing this email to your network.
2.  Volunteer to review applications.
3  Help organize an awards event.
4. Join our growing Aspirations in Computing Network of more than 10,000 high school girls interested in computing and technology.

Questions:  Elizabeth Vandenburg - Evandenburg@verizon.net

Digital Learning Day - Free Online Course

Have you heard about Digital Learning Day? It’s a nationwide celebration of innovative teachers and common-sense, effective applications of digital learning in America’s schools that support educators in the effective use of technology to improve student outcomes. No matter your comfort level or the amount of technology you use, Digital Learning Day offers ideas, lesson plans, and ways to celebrate the potential of digital learning. Add you name to the email list in support of digital learning in public schools. Signing up takes less than thirty seconds!   Join in the Digital Learning Day email list using this link (free, no commitment):  Digital Learning Day in Washington, DC on February 5, 2014. ============================ Free Online Course! Are you interested in connecting with colleagues around the country and world in the free, Massive Open Online Course for Educators (MOOC-Ed) designed to help district and school leaders plan for the effective use of technology? Planning for the K–12 Digital Learning Transition MOOC-Ed, offered by the Friday Institute at NC State University and the Alliance for Excellent Education, will begin on Monday, September 30 and continue for eight weeks. Sign up here to participate. Registration is open and FREE! This course is designed for busy district, school, and teacher leaders and teams. You will find the facilitation to be structured enough to help guide you through the content, but respectful of your demanding schedule. This MOOC-Ed will help you understand the potential of digital learning in K–12 schools; assess progress and set future goals for their schools or districts; and develop a plan to achieve those goals. Click here for details, a course outline, and registration information.   Friend on Facebook Follow on Twitter Add Your Event Tell us how you are celebrating Digital Learning Day. Whether it's trying a new lesson, creating a video, or hosting a showcase, we want to know. Share your event now!

Virginia Governor's STEM Summit

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GOVERNOR'S NEXT GENERATION
WORKFORCE AND EDUCATION WEEKEND

 
The Governor's Next Generation Weekend which includes:
 

Governor's STEM Summit: 
Friday September 27

Education Innovation Reception:
Friday evening September 27

High School of the Future Start Up weekend: 
Friday evening and
All day Saturday September 27&28

For information, prices and to register click here

For a description of the events click here

View flyer 
 

Great Resources for the GWM Parkway / C&O Canal

• Home 
• Parks as Classrooms 
• Professional Development 
• iDistance Learning

Come and experience your America in a new way

The National Park Service offers distance learning, field trips and curriculum materials in addition to accredited professional development opportunities for teachers.

The parks are America's greatest classroom, telling our stories, and conserving the best natural spaces the nation has to offer.