Under FERPA, violations must be reported within 180 days of the violation. The complaint is filed with the form provided to parents and guardians on the U.S. Department of Education’s website. Protecting and maintaining privacy when it comes to informed consent to vaccination and making voluntary vaccine decisions for minor children continues to be a hotly debated topic in America. Where privacy is protected by FERPA, violations can and should be reported.
If you believe your FERPA rights have been violated, filing a complaint against an educational institution is relatively easy. A claim must be filed within six months of the violation by the parent or guardian on behalf of a minor child, or by the adult student.
FERPA violations by educational institutions can result in the withholding of federal funds, a cease and desist order, or termination of eligibility for funding under any applicable program.
To learn more about filing a FERPA complaint, visit the U.S. Department of Education's website.
