How is students' information is collected?
In order to provide students with appropriate instruction and educational services, it is necessary for TRECA to maintain extensive educational and personal information. It is essential that pertinent information in these records be readily available to appropriate school personnel, be accessible to the student’s parent(s) or the student in compliance with the law, and yet be guarded as confidential information. TRECA collects directory information for students and their families, when students in enroll and through out their time as students.
How is students' information is used?
TRECA uses contact information to communicate with students and their families in order to facilitate their education. Student and family directory infomration is only accessible to TRECA staff and not shared with any third parties. Addresses, email, SMS consent and phone numbers will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes.
How is students' information protected?
While FERPA permits schools to adopt a Directory Information Policy allowing the release of “directory information” to the public under certain circumstances without consent, schools are not required to do so. Whereas the School has not adopted such a policy so permitting, the School’s policy is not to release education records or personally identifiable information in the absence of explicit consent from a parent or student over the age of eighteen. Personally identifiable information includes but is not limited to SMS opt-in consent, which the District is prohibited from sharing, selling, or leasing to third parties or affiliates.
What rights do students have related to their record?
The following rights exist:
- 1. the right to inspect and review the student’s education records;
- 2. the right, in accordance with administrative regulations, to seek to correct parts of the student’s education records, including the right to a hearing if the school authority decides not to alter the records according to the parent(s)’ or eligible student’s request;
- 3. the right of any person to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education if the District violates relevant Federal law, specifically the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and
- 4. the right to acquire information concerning the procedure which the parent(s) or eligible student should follow to obtain copies of this policy, the locations from which these copies may be obtained, as well as any fees to be charged for such copies.
How do students opt-in and opt-out of texting?
Upon enrollment in TRECA Digital Academy, families are afforded the opportunity to participate in the academy's official text messaging program. This program enables TRECA staff to utilize SMS text messaging as a primary means of communication with both students and their families. The student enrollment packet includes a dedicated section allowing families to indicate their preference to opt in or out of receiving text messages on their personal devices. Returning families are provided the same opportunity to update their preferences at the start of each academic year through the returning student packet. An example of this packet can be found here.
Students and families who wish to opt out of texting simply need to reply "STOP" to any message sent by TRECA.
Who can students contact if they having questions about their data privacy?
Students and families can email support@treca.org or submit a ticket here.
How do students learn about changes to this policy?
TRECA provides notice to families annually, in accordance with the procedures set forth under administrative regulations, of the rights held by parents and eligible students under the law and this policy.
SMS Texting Terms & Conditons
Upon providing consent to receive SMS communications from us, we want to assure you that your phone number and consent will never be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes. Your information is used solely for communication with you.
After you consent, we will send messages regarding appointments, cases, or deliveries you have requested. Examples of these messages include:
- Updates on school events
- Reminders to log in or complete specific assignments
- Updates on students' academic progress
- Students' onsite assessment reminders.
By providing your phone number, you agree to receive text messages from TRECA and third parties acting on its behalf. Consent is not a condition of enrollment with TRECA. Message & data rates may apply. Message frequency varies. Reply HELP for help and STOP to cancel.