An interactive learning app for PreK-5 students, teachers and parents utilized by West Aurora School District 129 was apparently hacked today, resulting in “inappropriate links and images” being disseminated across the network.
In a message to parents sent via social media, the District indicated that “This morning, we became aware of inappropriate imagery that was sent to parents through the digital platform, Seesaw. Since the first report, we have learned that the issue is widespread and did not originate within School District 129.
“Additionally, we do not have any evidence that the imagery reached student accounts. While we wait for Seesaw to remedy the issue, our tech department has disabled all student and staff access to Seesaw from the district network.
“Additionally, Seesaw has temporarily shut down their messaging tool, nationwide. Should the issue not be resolved before dismissal time, we recommend that parents monitor their child’s Seesaw account.”
This morning, we became aware of inappropriate imagery that was sent to parents through the digital platform, Seesaw. Since the first report, we have learned that the issue is widespread and did not originate within School District 129. 1/3 pic.twitter.com/vlspZhpzH0
— West Aurora School District 129 (@sd129) September 14, 2022
The hack has affected at least on other school district, with authorities in Troy, Ohio issuing similar warnings and parents posting on social media about receiving “disturbing” images.
According to its website, “Seesaw is used by over 10M teachers, students, and family members every month across more than 75% of schools in the U.S.”
