We want to share an update regarding the PowerSchool cybersecurity incident we informed families about on January 8, 2025. Unfortunately, PowerSchool has confirmed that some data belonging to Sturgeon Public Schools families and educators was accessed during the breach.
What Information Was Compromised?
The compromised data includes general student and guardian information, such as:
- Names, contact details (e.g., addresses, phone numbers, email addresses), and dates of birth
- Basic medical information (in some cases), such as details about asthma, diabetes, or allergies
- Administrative information, such as field trip authorizations and guardian-student relationships
What Information Was Not Compromised?
PowerSchool has confirmed that the following were not compromised:
- Financial data (e.g., credit card or banking information)
- Student profile photos, birth certificates, or passwords
- Grades or academic achievement information
Protecting our students and families is our top priority. PowerSchool has assured us that the incident is contained, and there is no evidence of malware or ongoing unauthorized activity in their systems. They have implemented enhanced security measures and are working closely with cybersecurity experts and law enforcement to resolve the situation.
Additionally, PowerSchool has informed us that they have taken all appropriate steps to prevent further unauthorized access or misuse of the data. They do not anticipate the data being shared or made public and believe it has been deleted without replication or dissemination.
For more information, PowerSchool has released a public statement and community-facing FAQs on their website. We encourage you to review these resources for additional details and support.
Sturgeon Public Schools is not experiencing, nor do we expect to experience, any disruption to school operations or classroom instruction.