Privacy Policy
In Texas, student and school privacy policies also extend to school websites, online learning platforms, and digital student data. Schools must protect student information both in physical records and online systems.
1. FERPA — Student Privacy Law for Schools and Websites
The main law is the federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). FERPA protects student education records, including digital records stored on school websites, portals, apps, and online systems.
Official FERPA website:
U.S. Department of Education FERPA
FERPA requires schools to:
Protect student records from unauthorized access
Obtain consent before sharing personally identifiable information
Secure online student portals and databases
Limit access to school employees with legitimate educational interests
Examples of protected online information include:
Student grades
Attendance records
Student ID numbers
Discipline information
Online classroom records
Student emails and account information
2. Texas Education Agency (TEA) Student Privacy Rules
Texas schools must follow privacy and cybersecurity requirements for student information systems and websites.
Official Texas Education Agency privacy page:
Texas Education Agency Student Privacy Rights
TEA explains that parents and students have rights related to:
Online student data collection
School website privacy practices
Surveys and digital forms
Access to student educational records
Complaints about privacy violations
3. School Website Privacy Policies
Most Texas public school districts are required to post privacy-related policies on their websites. These policies usually explain:
What student information is collected
How information is stored and protected
Whether cookies or tracking technologies are used
How third-party educational apps handle student data
Parent rights regarding online student information
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Noel Garcia
682-772-9311