HSCSD issues statement on PowerSchool breach

Holy Spirit Catholic School Division

Holy Spirit Catholic School Division has been informed of a cybersecurity incident involving PowerSchool, the system used for student and staff information. This event impacted user data across Canada and the United States. We are working with PowerSchool to determine the scope of the incident and any potential impact on our families and staff. 

PowerSchool has assured us that the incident is contained and that they have strengthened their security measures to prevent future breaches. PowerSchool’s operations remain unaffected, and service continues as usual. We have been informed that there is no further risk regarding this incident. 

We want to assure you that no financial information was accessed or stored in PowerSchool. We will provide updates as information becomes available. 

 Chantel Axani,
Superintendent of Schools 

Holy Spirit Catholic School Division