Hackers access millions of student records

Hackers breached PowerSchool, exposing sensitive data of over 62 million students and 9.5 million teachers in North America. The attack targeted the Student Information System, revealing names, contact information, dates of birth, medical alert information, Social Security Numbers, and “other related information.” PowerSchool claims the stolen data has been destroyed, but the company is offering identity protection and credit monitoring.

Class discussion: Are you worried that information about you may have been stolen and could be sold to other criminals? What could someone do with your stolen information? PowerSchool is just one of thousands companies that collect and store sensitive personal information. Should there be stronger laws covering the collection and use of this information? How much personal information do voluntarily give up to go to school, work or use “free” online services?