District Data Privacy Inventory (New)
District Data Privacy Inventory (Old)
Improper Data Disclosure Incident Reporting Form
Parents Bill of Rights for Data Security and Privacy

Data Security and Privacy

Technology is an integral part of the teaching and learning experience in the Bath Central School District. The ever-increasing availability of online teaching and learning resources comes with inherent risks and concerns regarding student data, privacy and student work. We as a district have a responsibility to ensure that student's data and privacy is adequately protected while using any online digital resource for school work. The Bath School District is providing the following information/resources for parents, teachers, and the community so that they can better understand what student data is, how student data is collected and used and the laws and practices that the district adheres to in order to protect student data and privacy.

Parent and Staff Information

• What do we mean by Student Data

• A Parent’s Guide to Student Data Privacy (FERPA/SHERPA) 

• Protecting Student Privacy 101 

The Bath Central School District oversees a wide range of information about students. The district manages personally identifiable information (PII) about students in accordance with the federal laws known as FERPA and COPPA. More information regarding federal and state laws, district policies and guidelines that address technology use and student data privacy are listed below.

Applicable Federal and State Laws that Impact Technology Use and Student Privacy

• Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

• Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)

• Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA)

• Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA)

• Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act (IDEA) 

Bath Central School District Policies and Guidelines for Student Data and Security

• Acceptable Use Policy

• Student Education Records Information

• Privacy and Security for Student, Teacher, and Principal Data

Additional Resources:

• National Center for Educational Services - Privacy Technical Assistance Center (PTAC)

• K12 Cyber Security Resource Center

• K12 Privacy & Security Blueprint

• The National School Board Association

• Student Data Privacy Pledge

If you have any questions or concerns regarding Data Privacy and Security, please contact Ryan Finney, Network Administrator and Data Protection Officer for Bath Central School District at rfinney@bathcsd.org or 607-776-3301 x 1025.

Related Files

       COPPA Compliance Consent Form

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