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Student Record Request - Current Student
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Information about public school student records access. Parents have the right to review their child's school records. Requests to review or for copies should be made be to the school principal, and should be granted access within 45 days. Teachers and other staff must have a specific educational reason to access any school records.
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Non-Custodial Parents If a non-custodial parent requests access to the child's student records, the principal will notify the custodial parent, guardian, or institution where the child resides. This includes the name of the person making the request and the date the request was made.

Unless the custodial parent informs the school of a legally binding document or court order revoking the non-custodial parent's rights of access within 45 days, the record will be made available to the non-custodial parent.
Student Record Change Custodial parents may request a change to a student's educational record to correct information that is inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of the student's privacy. Requests must be in writing to the principal or the head of the office where the records are maintained. A determination should be made within 15 school days.
Transfer of School Records Parental consent is not required for school officials to release student records to another school or educational institution. The school will make a reasonable attempt to notify the parent when records have been released.