FERPA is a federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. Who has the right of access to their children's records under FERPA?

• A. Parents
• B. School administrators only
• C. Students only
• D. Community members

Answer: (A)

FERPA protects the privacy of student education records and gives parents the right to inspect and review their child’s records. For students who are under 18, that access is held by the parents, which is why parents are the correct answer in this context. The rights shift to the student only when the student turns 18 or attends a postsecondary institution, at which point the student may access records themselves. Community members or school staff don’t automatically have that right without proper authorization or consent.