Bowbells Public School

Subject: Important Update: PowerSchool Vendor Data Breach Dear Parents and Guardians, A nationwide breach involving PowerSchool’s support portal has impacted some student and teacher data. Out of an abundance of caution, access to PowerSchool has been temporarily locked down as of 12:00 PM today for any user who is not connected to the state network, StageNet This means that access from outside the school network will be unavailable after this time. North Dakota Information Technology (NDIT) is working with PowerSchool and districts to evaluate the scope of the incident. We also recommend changing your PowerSchool password as a precaution. We want to provide you with the details of this incident and what steps are being taken to ensure the security of your information. What Happened: • On December 28, 2024, PowerSchool discovered unauthorized access to certain data in one of their customer support portals (PowerSource). • PowerSchool identified that only specific users whose information was marked in certain system configurations may have been affected. What’s Being Done: • PowerSchool has activated its cybersecurity response protocols and brought in third-party cybersecurity experts. • Access to the affected portal has been secured. • PowerSchool has confirmed there is no evidence of malware or ongoing unauthorized activity. Next Steps for Parents: • Change your PowerSchool password as a precaution. Create a strong password that you do not use for other accounts. • Monitor communications from your school for updates as additional information becomes available. • The next update on this incident will be sent out on January 17 by noon. Key Points to Know: • PowerSchool continues to investigate and will provide updates if any new findings emerge. • NDIT is collaborating with PowerSchool and districts to assess the scope of the incident and provide assistance. We understand that cybersecurity concerns can be unsettling, but rest assured, every effort is being made to safeguard your information. If you have questions or concerns, please contact the school. However, we have limited information at this time or consult the PowerSchool-provided FAQs (https://help.powerschool.com/t5/Support/ct-p/Contact-Support) Thank you for your understanding and partnership as we address this situation.

JH speech meet

Cafeteira Manners Contest winners! The Kindergarten class were the November AND December winners. They got to choose lunch for each win. Both times, they went with Chicken nuggets with buttered pasta. Our head cook Terri had to add a vegetable and some fruit to make our meal creditable. Keep up the great work kids.

Week of Jan 6 at a glance

Jan 6 weeks activities

Sundawg Wrestling registration and informational meeting will be held at the Sundawg House on Thursday, January 2nd at 7pm.

Happy New Year! Welcome back to school starting Jan 2. Week's events and menu below!

📌 Kenmare-Bowbells Honker Activities for the week of December 30. 🎉🥳 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 Happy New Year to all of the Kenmare-Bowbells Honker supporters and athletes 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 🥳🎉 📌 Classes Resume on Thursday, January 2. 🏀 JH Boys Basketball Practice begins on January 2. Good Luck to all of your athletes in all of their events.! 📣🤍GO HONKERS🤍📣

📌 Kenmare-Bowbells Honker Activities for the week of December 23. 💚🤍❤️🎄Merry Christmas to all of the Kenmare-Bowbells Honker supporters and athletes 🎄❤️🤍💚 We hope you enjoy your Holiday Break. Good Luck to all of your athletes in all of their events.! 📣🤍GO HONKERS🤍📣

School and buses will run 90 minutes late tomorrow, December 19th. School will begin at 10 am. Breakfast will not be served. Buses will run where possible.

📌 Kenmare-Bowbells Honker Activities for the week of December 16. It is a busy week of activities for the Honkers. Good Luck in all of your activities this week! 📣🤍GO HONKERS🤍📣

BPS at a glance week of Dec 16. No School Dec 21 - Jan 1. School Resumes Jan 2 Happy Holidays!!!

I need to apologize for the chaos that occurred at cookie dough pick up. The truck was late and we were furiously trying to organize the orders. In the chaos not all items were picked up. Thankfully they were mostly dry items. They will be available at the concert tonight. if anyone has Axton Goodman's order form, please bring it back to the school. Below is a sheet to help with your deliveries.

Cookie Dough orders will be delivered to the school tomorrow, December 10. Items should be available to pick up after school. Please make arrangements to pick up your child's orders before 4:00 pm. Thank you for helping your child support our school.

BPS at a glance - Week of Dec 9

JH Speech meet canceled for tomorrow, December 7. Hope for a reschedule in January!!!

Christmas Program December 10.

Time to get in the Holiday spirit!! 🌲 12 Days of Christmas dress up will begin this Thursday, Dec 5.🎅

BPS calendar week of Dec 2. Winter sports are in full swing!!

📌 Kenmare-Bowbells Honker Activities for the week of December 2 🏀 HS Boys Basketball Practice will begin on Monday, December 2. Good luck to all of our athletes. Winter activities are in full swing.