FERPA Compliance at BusBuddy
BusBuddy is committed to protecting student privacy and maintaining compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). We implement comprehensive measures to ensure the security and confidentiality of student transportation data.
What is FERPA?
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. The law applies to all schools that receive funds under an applicable program of the U.S. Department of Education.
FERPA gives parents certain rights with respect to their children's educational records, including transportation data. These rights transfer to the student when they reach the age of 18 or attend a school beyond the high school level.
Data Protection
How we protect student data:
- • Encrypted data storage and transmission
- • Secure access controls
- • Regular security audits
- • Data minimization practices
Access Rights
FERPA rights include:
- • Right to inspect records
- • Right to request corrections
- • Control over data disclosure
- • Complaint filing rights
Data Privacy
Our privacy commitments:
- • Limited data collection
- • Strict sharing policies
- • Transparent data practices
- • Regular privacy reviews
Compliance
How we maintain compliance:
- • Staff FERPA training
- • Regular compliance audits
- • Documentation practices
- • Policy enforcement
Have Questions About FERPA?
Our compliance team is here to help you understand how we protect student data and maintain FERPA compliance.