The Addison Northwest School District (ANWSD) in Vergennes, Vermont, experienced a cyberattack on Tuesday that disrupted internet services and impacted operations for students, staff, and families. Superintendent Sheila Soule said the district enacted incident response protocols immediately, including isolating affected systems, engaging cybersecurity experts, and notifying law enforcement. The extent of the breach is still under investigation, and it is unclear whether sensitive information has been compromised.
The disruption has caused significant challenges for the district, including delays in administrative processes, interruptions to classroom activities, and loss of access to online learning tools. Families and staff have been advised to monitor personal accounts for suspicious activity, such as unauthorized charges or phishing attempts. The district is working to restore systems, enhance security measures, and minimize further disruptions. Soule assured the community that ANWSD remains committed to transparency and will provide updates as recovery efforts continue. This incident underscores the rising risks cyberattacks pose to schools’ ability to function effectively.
