Aurora Public Schools Anticipates Internet and Phone Restoration After Prolonged Outage
Aurora Public Schools (APS) has announced the anticipated restoration of internet and phone services following a weeklong disruption caused by suspicious network activity. The district expects services to resume by the start of the school day on January 21, 2025.
Network Outage Due to Suspicious Activity
The outage began on January 14, 2025, when APS detected suspicious activity on its network. Since then, the district has been investigating the cause of the issue but has not provided further details. Despite the challenges, APS confirmed on January 20 that significant progress had been made toward restoring connectivity.
Internet and Phone Services to Resume Amid Two-Hour Delay
APS stated that internet and phone services would be operational by January 21, coinciding with a scheduled two-hour delay due to expected cold weather. This news comes as a relief to students, parents, and teachers who have been navigating the challenges of limited communication and resources during the outage.
Concerns Over Security and Functionality
The prolonged outage has raised concerns among parents and teachers regarding the district’s preparedness and resources to address cybersecurity threats. Parents questioned the district’s ability to handle such issues effectively, while teachers voiced concerns about the non-functioning security camera system.
Expert Insights on School Safety
A former Denver Police Department lieutenant and school safety expert expressed surprise that APS did not cancel classes during the outage, citing potential safety risks associated with limited communication and surveillance capabilities.
Ongoing Investigation and Commitment to Improvement
APS remains committed to investigating the root cause of the suspicious activity and ensuring the security of its network. The district aims to strengthen its infrastructure to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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PENULIS MUHAMMAD FITRAH RAJASA