School privacy compliance guide
Where law meets daily decisions
This is where school leaders and staff can get clear, accessible guidance on FERPA, COPPA and state privacy rules. No legal jargon. Just what you need to support compliance and protect students.
Find your state’s student privacy laws
Many states have passed their own rules on how student data can be collected, stored and shared. Use the map below to view your state’s current laws, download checklists and link directly to relevant blog content.
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What COPPA means for your school
COPPA protects the personal information of students under 13 when they use digital tools. It sets limits on what data websites and apps can collect and how they use it.
Applies to children under 13
Covers websites, apps, and online services that collect information from younger students, whether at home or in class.
Requires transparency
Vendors must clearly disclose what they collect, why they collect it, and how the information will be used or shared.
Limits data collection
Restricts what data can be gathered and how long it’s stored. Prohibits targeting users with ads based on personal details.
Schools can consent for parents
Districts often give consent on behalf of families, but must vet tools carefully and keep documentation on file.
What FERPA means for your school
FERPA is a federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. It gives parents and eligible students rights over their information and sets clear limits on when schools can share it.
Protects education records
Covers academic records, enrollment files, discipline history and other personally identifiable information tied to a student.
Parental and student rights
Parents, and students over 18, can access their records, request corrections and control who sees their information.
Requires clear access policies
Staff must have a legitimate educational interest to view records. Districts must track access and maintain audit trails.
Defines directory information
Basic info like name or grade level can be shared if parents are notified and allowed to opt out in advance.
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