Bill of Rights for Data Privacy and Security

New York State law (Education Law ยง 2-d) requires all schools in New York to create a Parents' Bill of Rights for Data Privacy and Security and make it available on their website.

This document explains important information for parents and students (including guardians and anyone acting as a parent to a student under 18) about laws that protect personal student information.

Supplemental Information for contracts with third-party companies

New York State law (Education Law ยง 2-d) requires schools to share information about contracts with companies that receive student, teacher, or principal data.

This information, called "Supplemental Information for Contracts," explains:

  • Which companies the school works with.
  • What data these companies receive (e.g., student names, grades, teacher performance evaluations).
  • Why the companies need this data (e.g., to provide certain educational services).

You can find a list of the relevant contracts below.

Information Security Breach and Notification Policy

The Information Security Breach and Notification Policy outlines procedures for handling breaches involving private information. It includes guidelines for notifying state authorities and other relevant agencies, as well as steps for identifying and responding to potential security breaches in compliance with legal requirements and safeguards sensitive data.