Spokane Public Schools Takes Computer Systems Offline After Security Incident

Spokane, WA, September 21, 2026 —

Spokane Public Schools (SPS) has proactively taken its computer systems offline as a precautionary measure in response to a recent security incident. The district confirmed the shutdown affects various internal network operations.

The specific nature of the security incident has not been disclosed. Details regarding the type of incident, such as whether it involves a data breach, ransomware attack, or other cyber threat, were not immediately available.

As a result of the systems being taken offline, the full extent of the impact on daily operations, student learning, and administrative functions is still being assessed. Information on which specific systems or services are affected, and for how long they will remain inaccessible, has not been provided.

The district has stated that the decision to disconnect systems is a standard procedure in such situations to contain potential threats and protect sensitive information. Further information will be released as it becomes available and verified.

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