Data Breach Alert: Charleston County School District

On April 23, 2025, it was discovered that Charleston County School District experienced a significant data breach that affected a total of 20,653 individuals. This incident highlights the ongoing challenges organizations face in safeguarding sensitive information.

About Charleston County School District

Charleston County School District is an educational organization located at 3999 Bridge View Drive, North Charleston, SC, 29405. As a vital institution in the community, it is committed to providing quality education to its students. However, this commitment has been challenged by a recent security incident that has raised concerns among its stakeholders.

What Happened

The breach occurred on July 16, 2024, when unauthorized external access to the organization’s systems was detected. The security breach was identified over eight months later, raising serious questions about data protection measures in place. Following the discovery, written notifications were sent out to affected individuals on April 29, 2025, as part of the organization’s commitment to transparency.

As a precautionary measure, Charleston County School District is offering 12 months of identity theft protection services through IDX, which includes credit and CyberScan monitoring, a $1,000,000 insurance reimbursement policy, and fully managed identity theft recovery services.

Next Steps

If you believe you were affected by this breach, it is crucial to stay informed and take action. We, at Srourian Law Firm (SLFLA), are here to help you navigate your options. Please reach out to us to discuss your situation and explore what steps you can take to protect yourself and your personal information.