Privacy and Surveillance Laws in Schools

Privacy and surveillance laws in schools are designed to protect students' personal information and ensure their right to privacy while balancing safety and security measures. Schools must comply with laws like the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), which governs access to student records. Surveillance measures, such as cameras, must be implemented in a way that respects students' privacy rights. These laws aim to create a safe educational environment without infringing on students' personal freedoms, requiring schools to carefully navigate the tension between security and privacy concerns.