Manassas City Public Schools close on Monday due to cyberattack
Manassas City Public Schools is welcoming students back on Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2023, with a lot of fanfare including balloons, signs, cheerleaders, and more. (MPCS)
MANASSAS, Va. (7News) — Manassas City Public Schools (MCPS) are closed on Monday due to a cybersecurity incident that has led to connectivity disruptions and phone outages across the school system, officials said.
Dr. Kevin Newman, MCPS superintendent, said in a post on Facebook on Sunday that all MCPS schools will be closed on Monday, November 10, as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety and security of students, teachers, and staff. The school campuses are not at risk, he said.
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Newman said the closure will allow the internal IT department to collaborate with external cybersecurity experts to secure and restore the systems. “We understand that this situation may cause concern and inconvenience for our families,” he added, emphasizing the district’s commitment to open communication and regular updates.
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Tuesday, November 11, is a previously scheduled holiday, and schools are expected to reopen on Wednesday, November 12, unless further communication indicates otherwise.
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