Confidentiality
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Wis. Stat. Sections 118.125 and 118.26 outline the confidentiality of all pupil records including behavioral, health, and academic records. The administrative office interprets these statutes to mean that unless an individual has an “educational need to know,” the academic, health, and behavioral records of students are not to be shared. This can be carried forward to both the written record and verbal conveyance of student health, academic, and behavior progress (or lack thereof). Open discussion of student progress, behavior, or health issues with individuals who do not have an “educational need to know” could be contrary to federal regulations and/or Wisconsin Statutes, and compromise professional accountability. These statutes are not intended to restrict staff from asking for assistance or ideas on how to handle a particular situation. Any violation of confidentiality may be cause for disciplinary action, up to and including discharge.
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