GO AHEAD, BLAME YOUR PRINCIPAL FOR THE DATA BREACH

GO AHEAD, BLAME YOUR PRINCIPAL FOR THE DATA BREACH

  • Last year a principal in the Chicago Public Schools made a mistake that would alter his career trajectory.
  • He revealed confidential student information and personnel data to comply with a Freedom of Information Act request.
  • The Google Drive folder he shared contained student names, races, grades, special education eligibility, and email addresses. It also included teacher evaluations and ratings.
  • Upon discovery of what had happened, the district recommended this principal’s termination.

    The Tech Edvocate – Matthew Lynch | March 23, 2020