RCSD Superintendent Addresses Data Breach Impacting Student Records

Written by on January 31, 2025

The Rochester City School District (RCSD) is responding to a data breach involving PowerSchool, a widely used software for managing student records. The breach, which occurred in late December, potentially affected over 130,000 student records, including names, contact details, medical records, grades, and transcripts.

Superintendent Demario Strickland reassured families that no identities have been compromised and that the district is working closely with outside vendors to enhance cybersecurity measures. He emphasized that breaches are an unfortunate reality for both large and small school districts and that RCSD is exploring alternative software options while continuing to monitor PowerSchool’s security updates.

Families are encouraged to check their information regularly and stay updated through the district’s website, where PowerSchool will provide guidance on any further developments.

Source: Rochester First


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