Radford City Public Schools

Summary

Radford City Public Schools disclosed a cybersecurity incident that disrupted portions of its internal computer network while safety‑related systems such as security cameras, doors and phone lines remained operational. The superintendent said the district activated security protocols, engaged cybersecurity experts, and is working with state and federal law enforcement to investigate the source and scope of the attack, noting that the timing during summer break minimized impact on classroom learning and allowed focused restoration efforts.

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Description

On Tuesday, Radford City Public Schools disclosed a cybersecurity incident that had disrupted portions of its computer network the previous week. Superintendent Adam Joyce informed families of students through an email notification. In the message, Joyce stated that the district had activated its security protocols as soon as the situation was identified. He also noted that top cybersecurity experts had been enlisted and that state and federal law enforcement were involved in the investigation.

Joyce emphasized that the incident occurred during the summer break, which meant that schools were closed and summer school classroom learning was not affected. He confirmed that all safety‑related systems, including security cameras, doors and phone lines, remained fully operational. However, other internal systems were impacted and a restoration process was underway at the time of the notice. The superintendent did not indicate whether any personal data of students or staff had been exposed.

The district pledged to share further updates as the situation developed and when new and meaningful information became available. Joyce expressed appreciation for the timing of the incident, noting that it provided an opportunity to focus on response efforts before the return of most students and staff. He concluded by stating that the goal was to ensure systems were safe and secure well before the bulk of the school population resumed activities.

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