FERPA

Value Proposition: Why Choose AdVran for FERPA?

FERPA violations can result in loss of federal funding—an existential threat for any educational institution. As schools increasingly rely on cloud services and 1:1 device programs, the attack surface for student data grows exponentially.

1. Student Data Classification

We identify and classify student educational records across all systems—SIS, LMS, email, cloud storage—and implement access controls ensuring only authorized school officials can access protected records.

2. Third-Party Vendor Oversight

FERPA’s “school official” exception requires contractual controls on vendors. We help assess EdTech vendor security practices and monitor data flows to ensure student information stays within authorized boundaries.

3. Network Segmentation for Schools

We segment student, staff, and guest networks to prevent unauthorized access to systems containing educational records. Student device traffic is isolated from administrative systems holding protected data.

4. Incident Response for Student Data

A breach involving student records requires rapid assessment and notification. Our incident response protocols include FERPA-specific procedures for determining scope, notifying affected parties, and preserving evidence.

5. Ongoing Compliance Monitoring

We continuously monitor access to systems containing student records, detect anomalous behavior, and maintain audit logs that demonstrate FERPA compliance throughout the school year.