Highland Park ISD hit by ransomware attack
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Highland Park ISD reports a ransomware attack that impacted its network and core systems. The attack began around December 2, 2024.
Highland Park ISD is a public school district in Amarillo, TX, serving elementary, middle and high school students. The district worked with cybersecurity experts and the FBI to respond to the incident, which temporarily disrupted their operations.
The district has praised its teachers and staff for their adaptability during the incident, noting their ability to continue operations despite unexpected challenges. The superintendent specifically commended their "selfless service" in handling the situation.
While systems are now back online, Superintendent Mike Rockwood acknowledged that some minor issues may arise as services are reconnected. The district is currently conducting an investigation to determine if any sensitive information was compromised during the attack.
Details about exposed data or number of affected individuals are not disclosed.
They have committed to notifying any impacted individuals if data access is confirmed, providing free credit monitoring services and offering identity theft prevention services
