A class-action lawsuit alleges PowerSchool sold student data without parental consent, which it denies.

A federal class-action lawsuit has been filed against PowerSchool, the largest K-12 cloud software provider, accusing it of selling student data without parental consent. Lead plaintiff Emily Cherkin claims the company collects sensitive information under the guise of educational support for commercial gain. PowerSchool denies these allegations, asserting that its data collection practices are legal and transparent. Oral arguments on the case are scheduled in San Francisco.

November 04, 2024
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