Dear Parents and Caregivers,
We are writing to inform you about a data breach involving PowerSchool, a third-party vendor used by the Rainy River District School Board and other school boards across Ontario and North America to manage student information.
On January 7, 2025, PowerSchool notified us and other school boards about a data breach that occurred between December 22 to 28, 2024. PowerSchool quickly secured the affected data and began an investigation. Our IT department, with PowerSchool's support, is also addressing the situation employing our cyber-security protocols.
Working with PowerSchool, we are conducting a thorough investigation to understand the nature of the incident and what personal information may have been affected. PowerSchool has confirmed that the unauthorized data has been deleted.
The Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario has been informed, and PowerSchool assures us that the application is secure and can continue to be used without changes.
We understand this news may be worrying, but please rest assured that we are actively working with PowerSchool to understand what happened. We will update you as more information becomes available.
Currently, no action is required from you. If any personal information is found to be affected, we will inform you promptly.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Sincerely,
Heather Campbell
Director of Education