Portola Valley School District data breach

What we know

Portola Valley School District is a public educational institution responsible for providing K-8 instruction to students within its jurisdiction. As an educational entity, the district maintains extensive records containing sensitive personal information for students, parents, and staff, including academic performance data, enrollment records, and employment-related documentation. In 2025, the district officially reported a data security incident to the California Attorney General, confirming that unauthorized parties may have accessed its digital environment. If you have received a formal data breach notification letter from the district, it indicates that your personal information was likely stored within the impacted systems. This notice is intended to inform you of the incident and provide guidance on the steps you should take to protect your identity and personal security.

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