When it comes to student data, trust isn’t just earned; it’s engineered.

District leaders face growing pressure to protect students online, ensure compliance, and guard against threats that are evolving faster than ever. But the reality is, a signed privacy policy doesn’t always mean a platform is truly secure.

That’s why ClassDojo has taken a different approach—one that prioritizes proactive protection, not just policies.

Why ethical hacking makes ClassDojo more secure

In partnership with Bugcrowd, a leader in crowdsourced cybersecurity, ClassDojo runs a bug bounty program: an open invitation for vetted ethical hackers to rigorously test the system for weaknesses.

And it works. Over time, these researchers have uncovered and helped ClassDojo resolve nearly 200 security vulnerabilities, leading to more than $100,000 in bounty rewards paid. Each finding represents a fix implemented before it could ever pose a risk to schools.

For district leaders, that means ClassDojo’s platform is not just private on paper; it’s tested, improved, and fortified in real time.

“Security is an ever-evolving challenge…by leveraging the expertise of ethical hackers, we stay ahead of potential threats.” Dan Ford, CISO, ClassDojo

Five questions every district should ask their vendors

Not every vendor invites ethical testing. But, every vendor should be held to high standards. Here are five essential questions district leaders can ask:

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Do you run regular security testing or penetration audits?
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How do you identify, prioritize, and fix vulnerabilities?
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What security controls protect student and staff data?
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Do you make your security and privacy policies public?
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What happens if there’s a breach or risk event?

Security culture > Security claims

ClassDojo’s security philosophy is simple: transparency builds trust.

Welcoming ethical hackers isn’t a risk—it’s a responsibility. By creating systems that are open to testing, feedback, and improvement, ClassDojo ensures student safety is built into every layer of the product.

What this means for your district

When you partner with ClassDojo, you’re choosing a platform that’s:

  • Designed with privacy by default
  • Transparent about data handling and protection
  • Continuously tested through ethical hacking and third-party audits
  • Committed to scalable oversight and safety tools for district leaders

Because in today’s world, safety doesn’t come from what a vendor says—it comes from what they do.

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Evaluate with confidence

ClassDojo’s bug bounty program demonstrates what real transparency looks like in practice. Read the full article, “Community Spotlight: ClassDojo” to see how proactive protection—not just policies—sets a new standard for edtech security.

Let’s protect what matters most—together.


How ClassDojo uses bug bounties to keep kids safe