D.C. Public Schools
Coverage of D.C. Public Schools in the Nexus archive.
- DC Public Schools web application hacked, info about students compromised
DC Public Schools confirmed a web application supporting summer learning registration was breached, potentially exposing student names, addresses, and other personally identifiable information. The school system removed student data from the application, notified law enforcement, and urged families to monitor for suspicious communications.
- Northwest DC school infested with rodents, educator says
An educator at Columbia Heights Educational Campus in Northwest D.C. reported a severe rodent infestation, with rats seen in office areas and droppings found. Despite using sticky traps and reporting the issue to school and city officials, the problem persists, leading the educator to avoid the campus. D.C. Public Schools and the Department of General Services stated they provide routine pest control and are addressing gaps in infrastructure.