If you’re a parent in Toronto, you might want to check your inbox. Canada’s largest school board just shared some unsettling news: hackers may have gotten their hands on student data stretching back an incredible 40 years. The Toronto District School Board (TDSB) revealed that the breach involves PowerSchool, a widely used education software. The affected info includes details for students enrolled between September 1985 and December 2024—think names, addresses, birthdates, and phone numbers. For families with kids in school since 2017, even parent and guardian contact info could be compromised. Why keep decades of records? According to the board, it’s to handle requests for old student files. With around 240,000 students enrolled each year, that’s a whole lot of personal info at risk. Here’s a bit of good news, though: PowerSchool claims the hackers allegedly deleted the stolen data. But let’s be honest—when it comes to cyberattacks, it’s hard to feel reassured without solid proof. For now, the TDSB is advising parents to stay alert. While there’s no evidence the stolen data has been misused, it’s always better to be safe than sorry. This breach is a stark reminder of how much personal information schools hold—and how vulnerable it can be. Let’s hope this incident pushes more organizations to tighten up their cybersecurity game.