FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT (FERPA)
Grades, progress reports, exams
Such things as progress in a course, deficiencies in a subject area,
scores and grades on papers, exams, etc. are all examples of personally
identifiable information that make up part of the student's education
record. This information is protected under FERPA and parents may not
have access unless the student has provided written authorization that
specifically identifies what information may be released to the parent(s).
Access to student records
At the postsecondary level, parents have no inherent rights to access or
inspect their son or daughter's education records. This right is limited
solely to the student. At NYIT, records may be released to parents only
if they have been given a written release by the student or in
compliance with a subpoena.
Crisis situations/Emergencies
If non-directory information is needed to resolve a crisis or emergency
situation, an education institution may release that information if the
institution determines that the information is "necessary to protect the
health or safety of the student or other individuals." Factors
considered in making this assessment are: the severity of the threat to
the health or safety of those involved; the need for the information;
the time required to deal with the emergency; and the ability of the
parties to whom the information is to be given to deal with the
emergency.
Who to contact with questions/concerns
General questions may be directed to the Office of the General Counsel
or the Office of Student Life, as appropriate.
NYIT General Counsel: 516.686.7792
Office of Student Life:
516.686.7635