Minnewaukan

School today, February 6th, will dismiss at 1:30. All students will be bussed home at that time.

There will be no 21st Century today, February 6th.

Family Night is tonight, February 5th from 5:30-7pm. We hope to see you there!

Here is this month's Elementary Newsletter. https://secure.smore.com/n/jyu2m

There is after-school programming Monday-Thursday for students in grades 7-12 who may need extra support with their classes. See the attachment image for the days of the week your student can be bused home.

Pre-K Parents: Tomorrow, Jan. 31, come eat breakfast with your student with a classroom activity starting at 8:40! We can't wait to see you!

There is an early out today, January 29th @ 1:00. All students will be bused home at this time.

There will be no 21st Century tonight due no bus driver.

Tomorrow Thursday, January 23rd: All 7-12 students are attending the T4 Summit at Camp Grafton. We will be leaving the school at 8:50am and will return back to the school by 2:30pm. Please have students dress appropriately for the weather. They will need closed toe shoes for this event. *If you have any questions call the school.

Minnewaukan Public School will dismiss today at 1:30 due to the weather. There is no school for students on Monday, Jan. 20th, to observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Friday January 24th @ 2:30 Miss Hilary’s kindergarten will be having a gingerbread family event. Come to the school and help the students make giant gingerbread craft.

Powerschool Data Breach Update Minnewaukan School was informed by the NDIT (North Dakota Information Technology) office that some records were affected by the Powerschool data breach. This breach impacted 95% of the schools in the state. We do not know what information or individuals this may have affected. The national Powerschool company is working through that process. If you have any questions regarding the Powerschool data breach, please contact the school. As a precaution, we recommend that parents and guardians reset their password. To reset your password, please utilize the following steps: 1. Go to www.minnewaukan.k12.nd.us 2. Click on POWERSCHOOL in the red boxes 3. Log into your Powerschool Account 4. On the left side, click on “Account Preferences” 5. From there, you will see the “Current Password” 6. Click on the pencil icon next to the stars 7. Enter your old password and create a new one in the boxes provided

The 7/8 GBB game scheduled for today vs. Ojibwe has been cancelled. Instead 7/8 girls will have practice at Four Winds.

For those that would like to change their password for PowerSchool: Thank you for your time and attention to this matter. Attached are the directions for changing your PowerSchool password. If you have questions or concerns, or want for more information on password hygiene, use the PowerSchool provided FAQs page located here (https://www.edutech.nd.gov/services/powerschool). Have a great weekend!

Our 4th-6th graders will be going to Dockside Entertainment in Devils Lake today from 1:00-3:30.

Dear Teachers/Parents/Guardians, We are providing an update on the PowerSchool security incident to keep you informed about the latest developments. • Access Restored: Based on information from PowerSchool and with NDIT's ongoing investigation, PowerSchool access for users not on the state network (STAGEnet) will be re - enabled today, January 9 at 5 PM CST with additional security controls in place. • Investigation Update: We are actively working to confirm the number of PowerSchool environments impacted. Out of an abundance of caution we recommend updating your PowerSchool password as an added security measure or work with your technology coordinator. We will continue to share updates as more information becomes available. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. If you have questions or concerns, or for more information on good password hygiene the PowerSchool provided FAQs (https://www.edutech.nd.gov/services/powerschool). Kent Dennis, Superintendent

Pajama Day for Pre-K tomorrow, January 10th!

Subject: Important Update: PowerSchool Vendor Data Breach Dear Parents and Guardians, TL;DR: A nationwide breach involving PowerSchool’s support portal has impacted some student and teacher data. Out of an abundance of caution, access to PowerSchool has been temporarily locked down as of 12:00 PM today for any user who is not connected to the state network, StageNet This means that access from outside the school network will be unavailable after this time. North Dakota Information Technology (NDIT) is working with PowerSchool and districts to evaluate the scope of the incident. We also recommend changing your PowerSchool password as a precaution. We want to provide you with the details of this incident and what steps are being taken to ensure the security of your information. What Happened: • On December 28, 2024, PowerSchool discovered unauthorized access to certain data in one of their customer support portals (PowerSource). • PowerSchool identified that only specific users whose information was marked in certain system configurations may have been affected. What’s Being Done: • PowerSchool has activated its cybersecurity response protocols and brought in third-party cybersecurity experts. • Access to the affected portal has been secured. • PowerSchool has confirmed there is no evidence of malware or ongoing unauthorized activity. Next Steps for Parents: • Change your PowerSchool password as a precaution. Create a strong password that you do not use for other accounts. • Monitor communications from your school for updates as additional information becomes available. • The next update on this incident will be sent out on January 17 by noon. Key Points to Know: • PowerSchool continues to investigate and will provide updates if any new findings emerge. • NDIT is collaborating with PowerSchool and districts to assess the scope of the incident and provide assistance. We understand that cybersecurity concerns can be unsettling, but rest assured, every effort is being made to safeguard your information. If you have questions or concerns, please contact your district directly or consult the PowerSchool-provided FAQs (https://help.powerschool.com/t5/Support/ct-p/Contact-Support) Thank you for your understanding and partnership as we address this situation.

Happy New Year! School resumes on Monday, January 6th! Here is this month's elementary newsletter: https://secure.smore.com/n/4fue2

Happy New Year to all of our families at Minnewaukan Public School. We wish you a great 2025! Enjoy the remainder of your break. Don't forget that school resumes on Monday, January 6th.