Federal and State Laws Enable Parents to Access Their Child’s Records at School and Protect Their Child’s Privacy


Rights guaranteed by Federal Law
: The following links provide access to reference resources for parents

  • Parents’ rights under the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), The Protection of Pupil’s Rights Amendment (PPRA), and the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). Click here for the summary of rights.

Rights guaranteed by Maryland Law

A synopsis of the Maryland Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), The Public Information Act, and the Maryland Open Meetings Act. Click here for the summary of rights.