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At Marcraft, we are passionate about empowering instructors with innovative training solutions in cybersecurity, IT, and green technology. As technology evolves, it’s crucial for educators and organizations to stay informed about the latest advancements. We are dedicated to keeping you updated on upcoming conferences, trade shows, and key industry developments. Whether you’re an instructor looking to enhance your curriculum or an organization seeking to integrate cutting-edge tech education systems, Marcraft is here to support your goals.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

11th Annual NICE K12 Cybersecurity Education Conference 2025

Marcraft is thrilled to be part of the 11th Annual NICE K12 Cybersecurity Education Conference, taking place December 8–9, 2025.

ACTE’s CareerTech VISION 2025

Marcraft is excited to be part of ACTE’s CareerTech VISION 2025, the premier event for career and technical education (CTE) professionals.

RECENT EVENTS

59th Annual FACTE Conference & Trade Show 2025

Marcraft was proud to attend the 59th Annual Florida Association for Career and Technical Education (FACTE) Conference & Trade Show.

Alabama CTE Summer Professional Development Conference 2025

Marcraft was honored to have Kevin Smith attend the Alabama CTE Summer Professional Development Conference, held July 23–25, 2025.

Virginia Cybersecurity Education Conference 2025

Marcraft was proud to have John Carbaugh present at the Virginia Cybersecurity Education Conference, held July 24–25, 2025.

SkillsUSA National Cybersecurity Competition 2025

Marcraft is proud to announce that we once again chaired the National Cybersecurity Competition for SkillsUSA in 2025.

FETC 2025

January 15-17, 2025

Come visit us at the Future of Education Technology Conference (FETC) 2025. Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. Come see us at booth 1734.

ACTE’s CareerTech VISION 2024

We will attend the ACTE’s CareerTech VISION 2024 CTE Conference again this year in San Antonio, Texas, December 4-7, 2024. Stop by and see us at Booth 415.

2024 NICE K12 Cybersecurity Education Conference

We will attend the 2024 NICE K12 Cybersecurity Education Conference again this year in San Antonio, TX on December 9-10, 2024.

SkillsUSA National Cybersecurity Competition 2024

We were happy to chair the 2024 National SkillsUSA Cybersecurity Competition. Congratulations to the winners and all the participants!
June 24-28, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia

CyberLaunch Florida State Championship 2024

March 1, 2024
We sponsored the CyberLaunch Florida State Championship 2024 this year in Orlando, Florida.

NEWS

CompTIA’s ITF+ Certification to be replaced with Tech+ Certification

CompTIA’s ITF+ Certification will be retired and replaced by the Tech+ Certification.

North Park Innovations Group, Inc. Expands Training & Educational Offerings

February 2023
North Park Innovations Group, Inc. is pleased to announce the acquisition of Marcraft, adding broad new hands-on training to their current HVAC training offerings.

Cobb Innovation and Technology Academy Adds Our Cybersecurity Essentials Program

January 2023
The Cobb County Innovation and Technology Academy has installed a Marcraft Cybersecurity Essentials Lab to support the cybersecurity classes they offer.

Atlanta Career and College Academy Adds IT & Cybersecurity Programs from Marcraft

July 2021
The Atlanta Career and College Academy has purchased and installed Marcraft Cybersecurity Essentials Program in addition to our networking and computer courses.

TRAINING BLOG

The 5 Spookiest Classroom Cybersecurity Fails

The 5 Spookiest Classroom Cybersecurity Fails (and How to Avoid Them) Every cybersecurity instructor has experienced a class that didn’t go as planned. Whether it was confusion over a concept, a failed demo, or students losing interest halfway through the semester, it can feel like something supernatural is working against you. But often, the biggest…

Updated GT-7500 Energy Auditing Certification Program

Updated GT-7500 Energy Auditing Certification Program Marcraft has released significant updates to its GT-7500 Energy Auditing Certification Program, making it stronger than ever for instructors and students. The enhanced curriculum is now directly aligned with the Building Performance Institute’s (BPI) Energy Auditor Certification, giving learners a clear pathway to industry-recognized credentials. Understanding the Importance of…

Top 5 Pop Culture Hacks You Can Teach in Your School Lessons

Top 5 Pop Culture Hacks You Can Teach in Your School Lessons When it comes to teaching cybersecurity, keeping students engaged is half the battle. Pop culture can provide the perfect entry point because familiar references make technical concepts easier to grasp and much more fun. By drawing from movies, TV shows, and video games,…

CTE NEWS