FERPA Compliance

Steppable Inc. is dedicated to protecting the privacy and security of student education records in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Our school care platform, designed for K–12 institutions, ensures the highest level of confidentiality and integrity for the student data entrusted to us.

Our Commitment to FERPA Compliance

1. Privacy and Security of Education Records: We implement technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to prevent unauthorized access, use, or disclosure of student education records. Access to sensitive information is strictly limited to authorized personnel who require it to perform their job duties.

2. Appropriate Use and Disclosure: Steppable Inc. only uses and discloses student education records for legitimate educational purposes consistent with FERPA regulations. We ensure that any third-party service providers or partners also adhere to FERPA standards by maintaining similar levels of protection and confidentiality.

3. Agreements with Educational Institutions: We establish data-sharing agreements (or similar contractual documents) with our partner schools, outlining each party’s responsibilities under FERPA. These agreements detail the security measures, permissible uses, and proper handling of student education records.

4. Access and Transparency: In alignment with FERPA, we facilitate processes that respect parents’ and eligible students’ rights to access and review their education records. We support our school partners in managing requests for corrections or amendments to student data.

5. Ongoing Compliance and Training: Our team undergoes regular training on FERPA requirements, data privacy, and security best practices. We continually review and update our policies, procedures, and technology to maintain a compliant and secure environment for student information.

At Steppable Inc., our mission is to help K–12 schools provide better care for their students and secure additional funding through Medicaid without compromising student privacy. We uphold FERPA compliance as a fundamental principle of our platform’s design and operation, ensuring that the trust of our partner schools, students, and families is always protected.

For more information about our FERPA compliance practices or to discuss how Steppable Inc. can support your school’s needs, please contact us at team@steppable.com.