Student Data Privacy (FERPA/PPRA)

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The Challenge

Educational institutions are under increasing scrutiny regarding how student data is shared with EdTech vendors. Between FERPA, PPRA, and COPPA, the regulatory landscape is complex. A single data breach or unauthorized sharing of "Directory Information" can erode community trust and trigger Department of Education investigations.

 

Our Approach

We translate federal mandates into the educational context. We audit your Student Information Systems (SIS), Learning Management Systems (LMS), and third-party vendor contracts to ensure data lineage is secure. We ensure that innovation in the classroom does not come at the expense of student privacy.

 

Key Deliverables

• Data Lineage Audit: Visual mapping of where student data flows between systems.

• Vendor Contract Review: Assessing third-party agreements for privacy compliance.

• Policy Optimization: Updating Board policies to reflect modern digital realities.

• Staff Training Strategies: Playbooks to help teachers understand data privacy without stifling creativity.