College of the Redwoods 2008-2009 College Catalog

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Students at College of the Redwoods are guaranteed certain rights regarding school records and information provided to the College by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974, as amended (the Buckley Amendment), and Board Policy No. 506, Student Records. A copy of this policy can be obtained from the Director of Enrollment Services. Student rights include:

1. The right to inspect and review all official school records;
2. The right to challenge the correctness of these records;
3. The right of controlled access and release of information.

The College must obtain written consent of the student before releasing personally identifiable information from records to other than a specified list of persons and agencies.

The College may release “directory information” about students unless the student has indicated in writing that such information is not to be released without their consent. “Directory Information” at this College includes:

• student name
• community of residence
• date and place of birth
• major field of study
• participation in officially recognized activities and sports
• weight and height of members of athletic teams,
• dates of attendance,
• degrees and awards received
• the most recent public or private school attended by the student, and
• any other information authorized in writing by the student

Students are asked on the Enrollment Form to authorize the release of Directory Information. If the answer “yes” is marked, then information listed under “Directory Information” may be released. If “no” was marked, the information will not be released. You may change this designation by submitting the request in writing to the Admissions and Records Office.

These rights are designed to protect the privacy of all students. Your official school records are kept in the Enrollment Services Office. For additional information about student rights under the Privacy Act and District Policy, contact the Admissions and Records Office.