Know Your Rights: Education Records
Education records can consist of anything that is directly related to you/your child and maintained by a school or other educational agency. They could include information such as
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What’s a data breach?
A data breach is a security violation in which sensitive, protected or confidential data is copied, transmitted, viewed, stolen or used by an unauthorized individual. It could be a result of
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Does an employer need my permission before obtaining my education records?
Generally, yes. A school shouldn’t release student records without the authorization of an adult-age student or parent. Read More
Samantha's Story: Having Her Child's Photo Posted on the School's Website Without Her Permission
A photo of Samantha's child was posted on the school's website (along with the entire student body)—grouped by grade/teacher with a list of the child's itinerary. Read More
Leslie's Story: College Released Her Social Security Number to its Alumni Association
Leslie didn't keep up with the college from which she graduated and was surprised when the college's alumni association was able to locate her. Read More