Baltimore City Public Schools data breach

Clerk's notes

Baltimore City Public Schools formally reported a data security incident to the Idaho Attorney General on April 28, 2025. The specific nature of this breach was not disclosed, but the incident is currently under monitoring. As a large educational institution, Baltimore City Public Schools manages extensive student, parent, and employee data.

The types of personal data reportedly exposed in this incident include Full Name, Date of Birth, Social Security Number, Student ID Number, Parent or Guardian Information, Wage and Compensation Information, Tax Return Information, and Transcript and Academic Records. The exposure of such sensitive information can lead to various risks, including identity theft and fraud.

Educational institutions are obligated to protect the confidential information they collect and store. When a breach occurs, it suggests potential vulnerabilities in data security protocols. For individuals whose Wage and Compensation Information or Tax Return Information was compromised, there is an immediate risk of tax fraud or unauthorized access to financial accounts. The exposure of Student ID Numbers and Transcript and Academic Records also poses significant long-term privacy concerns.

Receiving an official data breach notification letter from Baltimore City Public Schools means your personal information was involved in this security lapse. This notification is a critical step in understanding the potential impact on your privacy and rights. It also provides the necessary standing to explore legal avenues.

Individuals impacted by this data breach have a right to understand how their data was compromised and to seek recourse. This may include requesting a free case review to determine potential legal claims arising from the school system's failure to safeguard sensitive personal information.

If a notification letter about this breach reached you, see every Idaho data breach on file or browse all cases.