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PowerSchoolSchoology

PowerSchool Award Highlights School Utility and Privacy Risks

PowerSchool's 2026 award highlights Schoology's features, but a massive data breach and a $17.25M settlement raise serious privacy concerns for families.

Jun 11, 2026
XelloCommon App

Award-Winning College Prep Software: What Parents Need to Know

Xello wins the 2026 College Prep Solution of the Year award. Learn how digital platforms streamline college apps, FAFSA, and career paths for students.

Jun 10, 2026
XelloCommon App

How Award-Winning College Prep Tools Streamline Student Planning

Xello wins top edtech award. Discover how modern college prep platforms use automation, manage student data, and address equity in post-secondary planning.

Jun 10, 2026
PowerSchoolIlluminate

State Audit Exposes Severe Data Privacy Gaps in NYC Schools

A new state audit reveals major student data privacy gaps in New York City public schools. Learn what decentralized tracking and new AI tools mean for families.

May 4, 2026
NaviancePowerSchool

What the $17.25M Naviance Privacy Settlement Means for Families

The $17.25 million Naviance settlement over student data tracking exposes massive gaps in edtech privacy. Learn what families need to know and how to act.

May 4, 2026
PowerSchoolPowerSource

PowerSchool Faces Litigation After Massive Student Data Breach

PowerSchool faces multidistrict litigation following a massive data breach. Learn what data was exposed, the Naviance settlement, and steps for parents.

Mar 21, 2026
PowerSchoolNaviance

PowerSchool Pays $17M to Settle Student Privacy Lawsuit

PowerSchool and Chicago Public Schools settle a student privacy lawsuit for $17.25M. Learn what the 'wiretapping' claims mean for your family's data.

Feb 25, 2026