Darlington County School District data breach

What we know

Darlington County School District is a public educational institution responsible for managing the academic and administrative records of students, faculty, and staff within South Carolina. As an educational entity, the district maintains sensitive personal information, including student identification records, academic performance data, and employee personnel files containing payroll and tax documentation. In 2026, the district officially reported a data security incident to the South Carolina Attorney General, confirming that unauthorized access to their systems occurred. If you have received a formal data breach notification letter from the district, it indicates that your personal information may have been involved in this incident. This notice is intended to inform you of the nature of the breach and the steps the district is taking to address the situation.

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