ETP Newsletter: October 2025

Teaching Digital Safety Through STEM: A Crucial Initiative for Cybersecurity Awareness Month

As technology continues to evolve at a rapid pace, the importance of digital safety has never been more critical, especially for young learners. In recognition of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, ETP is proud to highlight its educational module, “Digital Citizenship” a mandatory program designed to equip students from kindergarten through eighth grade with the essential skills needed to navigate the digital world safely.

A snapshot of one of our lessons on private vs personal information

This comprehensive module addresses key aspects of cybersecurity, ensuring that students are well-versed in identifying and mitigating online threats. The curriculum begins with an introduction to different types of malware, empowering students to recognize and avoid potential threats. By understanding the nature of viruses, worms, and ransomware, students learn the importance of maintaining updated software and the role of antivirus programs.

Moreover, the module emphasizes the appropriateness of websites, guiding students to discern credible sources and avoid harmful or misleading content. This critical thinking skill is further expanded upon by teaching students to identify scams and spam, fostering an awareness of phishing attempts and dubious online offers that could compromise their personal information.

Cyberbullying and safe online communication also form a core component of this program. Through interactive discussions and role-playing activities, students learn to recognize the signs of cyberbullying, understand its impact, and practice empathy and respect in their digital interactions. They are encouraged to report any inappropriate behavior to trusted adults, creating a supportive online community.

Throughout the school year, these lessons are consistently reinforced, ensuring that digital safety remains a central tenet of students’ education. By integrating these vital topics into the STEM curriculum, ETP not only prepares students to become proficient in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics but also empowers them as responsible and informed digital citizens.

As we celebrate Cybersecurity Awareness Month, ETP’s commitment to teaching digital safety through STEM stands as a testament to our dedication to nurturing a generation that is not only technologically savvy but also conscientious and secure in their online endeavors.

Haunted by Bad Wi-Fi? How our Tech Ghostbusters at Education Technology Professionals Save the Day

If you’ve ever watched a teacher wave their hands at the ceiling in a desperate plea to find just one bar of Wi-Fi, or seen a classroom projector flicker like a ghostly apparition, you know that technology trouble can feel… downright haunted.

At Education Technology Professionals, we’ve heard those eerie whispers of frozen screens and phantom buffering. But instead of running from the unexplained, we suit up like tech ghostbusters ready to chase down every digital poltergeist lurking in your network.

The Tech That Goes Bump in the Night

ETP's Joshua works on setting up a new Chromebook cart

In the world of K-12 classrooms, a bad connection isn’t just an inconvenience — it’s a disruption to the whole learning experience. When lesson plans are derailed by devices that refuse to behave, teachers and students alike feel like they’re stuck in a haunted house of glitchy tech.

From unreliable Wi-Fi to outdated hardware that feels possessed, many schools face daily technology challenges that make educators want to hide under their desks.

That’s where ETP steps in — your team of seasoned technology experts with over 80 years of combined IT experience. We don’t just patch problems; we banish them. Our approach is hands-on and deeply personalized, designed to match the specific needs and budgets of the schools we serve. That means fewer technology scares and more uninterrupted learning.

Your School’s Happy Ending Starts Here

So if your school feels haunted by bad Wi-Fi or cursed by constant tech hiccups, don’t call a priest— call Education Technology Professionals. We’ll help you turn tech nightmares into smooth, productive days with solutions you can depend on. After all, in the world of technology, the only thing scary should be how awesome your schools can run.