Common Core State Standard L.CCS.1/2/3/4 Grades 6-12: Video of a current news event is presented for discussion to encourage student participation, but also inspire the use of evidence to support logical claims using the main ideas of the video. Students must analyze background information provided about a current event, draw out the main ideas and key details, and review different opinions on the issue. Then, students should present their own claims using facts and analysis for support.
01/27/2025
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?
