Acadia schools shut down computer systems to assess potential network compromise

Acadia Parish

The Acadia Parish School System has shut down its computer systems while it assesses a potential compromise of its network, Superintendent Carol Tall said in a November 11 notice.

Tall said the systems would remain shut down for the near future as the district works to evaluate the situation and protect its network and information. The notice did not give a date for restoring access.

The district said its focus remains on providing instruction and maintaining normal operations. The notice did not announce school closures.

Experts are expected on site Thursday, November 12, to lead the investigation, evaluate the situation and advise the district on next steps. Tall said additional information would be released as it becomes available.

The notice describes a potential compromise, not a confirmed data breach. It does not identify a cause or say whether information was accessed or taken.