Hickman Mills C1 School District seeks funding from the Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program to enhance its cybersecurity defenses and protect against growing digital threats. With thousands of students, teachers, and staff relying on district networks daily, robust cybersecurity measures are critical for safeguarding data, ensuing uninterrupted access to educational resources, and maintaining compliance with data protection regulations. The district faces several cybersecurity risks, including Ransomware and Malware Threats: Rising threats from phishing attacks and malware create vulnerabilities for sensitive data., Unauthorized Access Risks: Insufficient access controls could lead to unauthorized data breaches.