Interstate 35 Community School District (CSD) has disclosed a data breach that may have impacted the personal information of 910 residents in Iowa. The breach, which occurred in March 2025, involved unauthorized access to the school district’s network, exposing sensitive data such as Social Security numbers, medical information, and driver’s licenses. The school district is notifying affected individuals and offering resources to mitigate risks.
Interstate 35 Community School District’s Data Breach Investigation
On or about March 7, 2025, Interstate 35 Community School District discovered that an unauthorized party had accessed certain systems within its network environment. The breach led to concerns that sensitive personal information stored in their systems had been exposed. Immediately after learning of the issue, the school district launched a thorough investigation and worked with external cybersecurity experts to identify the scope of the incident and determine the extent of the unauthorized access.
After a forensic investigation and review of the at-risk data, the school district concluded on December 12, 2025, that individual personal information may have been accessed or acquired. The potentially compromised data includes:
Despite this breach, Interstate 35 CSD has reported that, to date, there have been no confirmed cases of identity fraud or misuse of the affected data. However, as a precaution, the school district is notifying the affected residents and offering complimentary credit monitoring services to individuals whose Social Security numbers were exposed.
Interstate 35 CSD has also taken steps to help safeguard residents from identity theft by providing instructions for placing fraud alerts or security freezes on credit files, obtaining free credit reports, and contacting the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) for guidance on protecting personal information.
When Did This Breach Occur?
The unauthorized access to the school district’s systems occurred on March 7, 2025. The investigation into the breach continued until December 12, 2025, when it was determined that personal information had been exposed.
What Information Was Breached?
The following types of personal information were potentially compromised in the breach:
This data could be used for identity theft, fraud, and other forms of financial misrepresentation. It is important for those affected to take steps to monitor their accounts and protect themselves from potential misuse.
What You Can Do
If you were impacted by the Interstate 35 CSD data breach, here are some important actions you can take:
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Sign Up for Credit Monitoring: Interstate 35 CSD is offering free credit monitoring services to individuals whose Social Security numbers were affected. Take advantage of this offer to monitor your credit for any suspicious activity.
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Place a Fraud Alert or Security Freeze: These measures help prevent unauthorized individuals from opening accounts in your name. Contact the credit bureaus to place a fraud alert or security freeze.
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Review Your Credit Reports: Obtain free credit reports from the three major credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion) and carefully review them for signs of fraud.
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Report Suspicious Activity: If you notice any fraudulent activity or suspect identity theft, report it immediately to your financial institution, the FTC, and your state’s attorney general.
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Stay Vigilant for Identity Theft: Regularly monitor your financial accounts and credit reports for any signs of unauthorized activity.
Taking these proactive steps can help minimize the potential impact of this data breach and reduce the risk of identity theft.
File a Data Breach Lawsuit Against Interstate 35 Community School District
If you received a notification about this breach and your personal information was exposed, you may be eligible to pursue compensation through a class action lawsuit. The exposure of sensitive data such as Social Security numbers and medical information puts individuals at risk for identity theft and financial fraud.
Class action lawsuits are a way for individuals who were affected by the same incident to come together and seek justice. Many people don’t realize they may be entitled to compensation for the distress and inconvenience caused by these breaches.
Contact Class Action U today for a free consultation. Our team will connect you with a lawyer experienced in handling class action lawsuits. Fill out our quick, easy, and secure form to take the first step toward protecting your rights. There’s no cost to reach out, and no obligation after speaking with our team.
