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Springfield Public Schools to remain closed Tuesday due to 'cyber incident'

Masslive • September 8, 2026

Springfield Public Schools are set to remain closed on Tuesday following the Labor Day holiday due to a “cyber incident,” Superintendent Sonia Dinnall announced Monday .

The incident has “interrupted the service of some systems necessary for essential school operations,” Dinnall said in a statement. The closure will allow district officials to continue addressing the urgent issue, she said.

“We understand that an unexpected closure creates significant challenges, and we appreciate the patience, flexibility and understanding of the entire Springfield Public Schools community as we work to address this incident and restore systems,” Dinnall said.

No further information was immediately available.

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Springfield Public Schools Closed Due to Cyber Incident Springfield Public Schools in Massachusetts will be closed on September 8, 2026, following a cyber incident that disrupted essential systems necessary for school operations. Superintendent Dr. Sonia Dinnall announced the closure, emphasizing the importance of health and safety for students and staff. The nature of the cyber incident remains unspecified, and the exact scope and size of the breach are still under investigation. All staff members have been instructed to stay off district network systems, and students with district-issued laptops are advised to do the same. The closure will also allow administrators to implement backup plans for non-essential technology tools, such as attendance reporting. After-school activities have been canceled, and while the district's central office will remain open, some services may be impacted. This incident follows a trend of cyber attacks affecting school districts in Massachusetts, including previous ransomware incidents. 31 sources 37

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