This bill proposes several updates to current statutes regarding the disclosure of student directory information and parental involvement policies in schools. Under the new provisions, a school may disclose directory information only after notifying parents or eligible students about the types of information designated as directory information, their right to refuse such designation, and the timeframe for opting out. Additionally, the bill prohibits the disclosure of a student's address, telephone number, or email address unless there is written consent from the parent or eligible student, or if the disclosure is for educational purposes among enrolled students or for school business purposes.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that governing boards adopt a policy to provide parental involvement information in either electronic or printed form, replacing the previous allowance for electronic-only communication. It also requires that parents receive an annual notice containing the school district's policy on parental involvement. The definition of "eligible student" is clarified to include those who are at least 18 years old or emancipated. Overall, these changes aim to enhance transparency and protect student privacy while ensuring that parents are adequately informed about their rights and the policies affecting their children.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-102, 15-142, 15-362, 15-711, 15-716, 15-816.01, 15-873, 15-701, 15-701.01, 15-743, 15-779.01, 15-730, 15-746, 15-802, 15-803, 15-821, 15-721, 15-722, 15-806, 15-351, 15-1041, 15-241, 15-143
House Engrossed Version: 15-102, 15-142, 15-362, 15-711, 15-716, 15-816.01, 15-873, 15-701, 15-701.01, 15-743, 15-779.01, 15-730, 15-746, 15-802, 15-803, 15-821, 15-721, 15-722, 15-806, 15-351, 15-1041, 15-241, 15-143
Chaptered Version: 15-102, 15-142, 15-362, 15-711, 15-716, 15-816.01, 15-873, 15-701, 15-701.01, 15-743, 15-779.01, 15-730, 15-746, 15-802, 15-803, 15-821, 15-721, 15-722, 15-806, 15-351, 15-1041, 15-241, 15-143