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Policy committee advances combined data security policy, emphasizes low risk tolerance and expanded definitions
Summary
The committee unanimously advanced a consolidated data security and information governance policy that expands definitions, incorporates Maryland cybersecurity law and clarifies training and recordkeeping expectations; IT staff urged a low risk tolerance and called for expanded behavioral and technical safeguards.
The Frederick County Public Schools Policy Committee voted unanimously to advance a revised, consolidated data security policy that combines prior policy language on data privacy and information security and expands the district’s definitions, governance framework and expected safeguards.
Staff and IT subject‑matter experts told the committee the update responds to evolving state requirements (including the Local Cybersecurity Support Act) and modern cybersecurity practice. The draft broadens the scope beyond student data to include staff, operational and sensitive data categories (e.g., federal tax information,…
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