This introductory session simplifies the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and clarifies how it applies in both K–12 and higher-education settings. Families gain insight into what FERPA protects, what can be shared, and how privacy rights evolve as students mature. Discussion centers on respectful communication and collaboration that support student growth while maintaining compliance.

*Participants will receive One Professional Development Hours completion of this course.

Requirements for Completion and Certificate:

• Complete viewing of enforced video

• Complete attached handouts

• Minimum 80% score on course test 

• Complete end-of-course evaluation

GCE’s privacy policy https://www.gce.com/privacy-policy.html 

**The PD hours listed represent the estimated time it will take to complete this course.

***If you are in need of video closed captioning (cc), please reach out to the Canyon PD Team at CPDSTG@gce.com