International School Network Suffered Massive Hack: What Parents Should Know

Global Schools Foundation is a not for profit education organization headquartered in Singapore that runs international schools in multiple countries around the world. The organization manages 12 different school brands that provide education to students from kindergarten through grade

12. This network of schools recently suffered a massive hack, and according to reports, their handling of the situation after the breach raised serious concerns. If your child attends any school operated by Global Schools Foundation or Global Schools Group, your family's personal information may have been compromised. This could include student names, birth dates, contact information, academic records, medical information, and possibly financial details if you make tuition payments through their systems. Parent and guardian information stored in school databases may also have been exposed. Take these steps immediately. First, contact your child's school directly and ask specific questions about what data was compromised and what the school is doing to protect families. Second, watch for phishing emails or phone calls from people claiming to represent the school or asking for additional information. Verify any requests by calling the school directly using a phone number you find yourself, not one provided in an email. Third, monitor your bank accounts and credit cards for unauthorized charges. Fourth, talk to your children about not sharing personal information if anyone contacts them claiming to be from the school. Going forward, ask your school about their data security practices and what information they truly need to keep on file. You have the right to know how your family's data is protected. Keep copies of important school documents at home so you have your own records. Be cautious about what information you share through school portals and apps, providing only what is absolutely necessary.