5125.1 — Release Of Directory Information (AR)
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
This administrative regulation, last revised June 11, 2018, defines "directory information" as student data that can be publicly shared without invading privacy—including name, address, phone, email, birthdate, attendance dates, and athletic measurements. It explicitly excludes Social Security numbers, citizenship status, immigration status, and birthplace. The district must notify parents annually about what information will be released and to whom. Parents have the right to opt out of having any or all directory information shared by notifying the district in writing within a specified timeframe. Special protection applies to homeless students—their directory information cannot be released without explicit written parental consent. The district foundation publishes an annual directory with family contact information, which parents can also opt out of.
What this means for your family
Parents control what student information the district shares publicly. Each year, you'll receive notice about what information may be released (name, contact details, etc.) and can opt out by submitting written refusal within the deadline specified. This applies to school directories, the foundation directory, and other requests. Your child's citizenship, immigration status, and birthplace are never shared without your consent or court order.
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.