Culemborg wraps up HackShield 2025/2026 but keeps digital safety game available for schools
Culemborg’s HackShield program, teaching kids aged 8-12 to spot cybercrime, saw lower participation this year. The game remains free for schools, helping families boost digital resilience together.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Program Name | HackShield |
| Target Age Group | 8 to 12 years old |
| Municipality | Culemborg |
| Province | Utrecht |
| Participation Trend | Lower interest in 2025/2026 |
| Availability | Free for schools and students |
| Support Offered | Guest lessons and assistance |
The municipality of Culemborg plays an active role in promoting digital safety among children by supporting initiatives like HackShield. It collaborates with schools to enhance cyber awareness and resilience in the community.
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HackShield 2025/2026 completed
Last school year, the municipality of Culemborg once again focused on HackShield. The online game that trains children aged 8 to 12 to become Junior Cyber Agents, with the aim of teaching them to recognize cybercrime and discuss it at home with their families and friends.
Previously, we saw that this initiative sparked enthusiasm among students and schools. This year, we approached schools again and offered guest lessons. Unfortunately, interest was somewhat lower this time. Of course, we will continue to work on improving children's digital resilience in Culemborg.
HackShield remains available
For all schools and students who want to get started independently. As a municipality, we will continue to focus on digital security in the coming period, including by continuing to support HackShield. If a school in Culemborg is still interested in using HackShield or scheduling a guest lesson, we would be happy to assist.