What data needs protection?
Student records, parent contacts, academic results, payment records, staff information and login credentials.
School management guide
School data security guide
Schools handle sensitive child, parent, staff, academic and payment-related information. Protection requires role-based access, careful sharing, backups, clear policies and staff awareness.
Last reviewed: August 1, 2026
Should schools share passwords?
No. Each user should have their own account and role-appropriate access.
What should schools ask vendors?
Ask about access control, backups, support, breach reporting, data retention and account closure.
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