Understand the Founding School Opportunity

• Limited-Time Offer: Founding Schools receive the complete RCYC program at no cost for the first year.

• Benefits:

  • Full access to the RCYC curriculum and resources.

  • Comprehensive teacher training included.

  • Opportunities for student certifications and career exploration.

  • Recognition as a pioneer in cybersecurity education within your community.Raíces Cyber

2. Secure Administrative Approval

• Schedule a meeting with your school administrator.

• Present the benefits of the RCYC program for students and the school.

• Obtain formal written approval to establish an RCYC chapter.

3. Designate a Committed Chapter Advisor

• Select a teacher or staff member dedicated to student development to serve as the Chapter Advisor.

• Provide the advisor with program information and resources.

4. Complete the Founding School Application

• Access the official RCYC Founding School Application Form via the provided website link.

• Accurately complete all required fields.

• Submit the application form along with any necessary documentation.

5. Review Minimum Membership Requirements

• Confirm the minimum number of student members required to activate the chapter.

6. Recruit Chapter Members

• Implement strategies to recruit students interested in cybersecurity.

• Maintain accurate records of chapter membership.City of Albuquerque+2Gobierno del Estado de Tennessee+2cmu.edu.ph+2Trinity University of Asia+1Gobierno del Estado de Tennessee+1

7. Define Chapter Structure

• Conduct an initial chapter meeting to elect student officers.

• Establish officer roles and responsibilities.

• Develop chapter guidelines to govern operations.

8. Create a Meeting Schedule

• Establish a consistent meeting schedule for the chapter.

• Communicate the schedule to all members.

• Reserve appropriate meeting spaces and necessary technology.ICE+1sfserviceguide.org+1

9. Plan RCYC Chapter Activities

• Determine how RCYC activities will be integrated into the chapter's structure (e.g., as part of existing club meetings or after-school sessions).

• Utilize provided RCYC resources to facilitate hands-on cybersecurity learning.

10. Stay Connected with RCYC

• Join the RCYC Representative mailing list and regularly check the website for updates on events and deadlines.

• Reach out to the RCYC team for support and guidance as needed