Ferpa Compliant Student Photo Displays

FERPA-Compliant Student Photo Displays: What Schools Need to Know Before Launching a Digital Wall

• Rocket Alumni Solutions
• Technology , School administration

Schools implementing digital recognition displays face a critical question that extends far beyond technology selection: How do we celebrate student achievements while protecting the privacy rights guaranteed under federal law? The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) establishes specific requirements governing how schools handle student information, including photographs—requirements that administrators must understand before launching any public-facing student recognition system.