Student Privacy

Student privacy refers to the legal and ethical practice of protecting students' personal information, such as academic records, health information, and contact details. Schools and educational organizations are responsible for ensuring this data is kept secure and only shared with authorized individuals or entities. Privacy laws, like FERPA in the U.S., set guidelines to prevent unauthorized access or misuse of student information. The goal is to respect students' rights to confidentiality while enabling effective education and support services. Maintaining student privacy helps foster trust and safeguards students against potential harm or discrimination.