DC Public Schools Reports Potential Student Data Breach Washington, D.C. Public Schools (DCPS) disclosed a data breach that may have exposed sensitive student information, including names, addresses, and identification numbers. The incident involved an unauthorized third party accessing a web-based application used for DCPS Summer Learning registration. In a letter sent to families on Wednesday, DCPS confirmed that the breach was discovered during routine monitoring. Upon detection, the district immediately launched an investigation with support from the D.C. Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO), removed student data from the affected application, and notified law enforcement. The potentially compromised data includes: - Student names and identification numbers - Dates of birth - School and grade levels - Parent/guardian names - Home addresses - Phone numbers While officials have not identified any misuse of the exposed information, they are implementing additional safeguards to prevent future incidents. DCPS is also reviewing its systems and processes to address vulnerabilities. Families were advised to monitor for suspicious communications requesting personal details. The district expressed regret over the incident and reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening data security measures.