Education Department Reaffirms Parental Rights in Student Records and Surveys

The U.S. Department of Education's Student Privacy Policy Office issued a letter reminding state and local education agencies of their obligations under FERPA and PPRA. The guidance underscores parents' rights to review student educational records and mandates written parental consent for student participation in surveys revealing sensitive information. Non-compliance could result in federal funding termination, emphasizing the importance of adhering to these privacy laws.