I hereby authorize the disclosure of educational information between the Science and Technology Entry Program (STEP) and the School district indicated above, in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
Specific information to be released or obtained includes the following confidential information necessary for educational services:
- Student standardized test scores, Grades, and Report Card Information
- New York State Student Identification System (NYSSIS) ID which is also known as the Student State ID.
- Attendance Data and Suspension Data
- Information on a Student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP)
- Teacher/administration notes and correspondence
- Individual course communications, assignments, and interim results
- Other
This information is required for the purpose of any necessary and ongoing educational needs inclusive of evaluations and recommendations for further development.
By signing below I am stating that:
- I understand the information disclosed, as permitted by this authorization, will not be re-disclosed by the receiving entity (and/or its affiliates). I do understand that local, state, and federal laws do exist to protect the confidentiality of this information.
- I understand that I have the right to revoke and/or restrict this authorization at any time without penalty, provided that I submit a request in writing to the STEP Office.
- I authorize the periodic, on-going disclosure of the above information. This authorization expires one year after date of signing or at disenrollment from services, whichever comes first. Re-authorization will be obtained after one year if information is still needed.