5021 — Noncustodial Parents (BP)
The official document
What the district published
This is the source material — exactly as released by RUSD. The plain English translation below is this site's version, written for community members who shouldn't need a budget degree to understand where their school dollars go.
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What this document actually says
Policy 5021: Noncustodial Parents (Last revised November 15, 2022)
This policy establishes that both parents have equal rights to their child's education unless a court order says otherwise. The enrolling parent is presumed to be the custodial parent. School officials assume both parents can pick up their child, access student records, participate in school activities, and visit the school. Key rule: Parents must provide certified court orders to the principal if custody is restricted. If someone tries to violate a court order, the principal will contact the custodial parent and law enforcement, and will only release the student with their consent. This balances parental rights with student safety.
What this means for your family
What this means for families: Both parents have equal access to their child at school and to school records unless there's a court order limiting access. If you have a custody order, provide a certified copy to the principal immediately. The school will enforce court orders and contact police if necessary to protect your child's safety.
Summaries are AI-assisted and based on the original district document shown above. Nothing has been editorialized — interpretations are clearly labeled. This site is maintained by Lina Godfrey's campaign as a community resource.