Families of students attending CCSJ-authorized charter schools are entitled to a safe, supportive, and equitable public education where students have access to meaningful learning opportunities and schools are held accountable for academic performance, legal compliance, and the commitments outlined in their charters. CCSJ Charter Authority, LLC is committed to transparent oversight and ensuring that families have a voice when questions or concerns arise.
Student Privacy: FERPA
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. § 1232g; 34 CFR Part 99) is a federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. FERPA gives parents certain rights with respect to their children's education records; these rights transfer to the student when he or she reaches the age of 18 or attends a school beyond the high school level.
- Parents or eligible students have the right to inspect and review the student's education records maintained by the school.
- Parents or eligible students have the right to request that a school correct records they believe to be inaccurate or misleading.
- Generally, schools must have written permission from the parent or eligible student in order to release any information from a student's education record.
For more information on FERPA, contact the Indiana Department of Education at (317) 232-6676 or visit the IDOE FERPA page at in.gov/doe/it/ferpa.
Raising a Concern
-
Start with the School
Direct questions, comments, or concerns to the school principal first.
-
Escalate to the Authorizer
Unresolved complaints go to Dr. Carrie Hutton, Executive Director — charterschools@ccsj.edu · (219) 473-4284.