It is well understood that public school districts must keep student records confidential under Wisconsin’s Pupil Records law and the federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (“FERPA”).[1]  Both laws include exceptions that authorize disclosure without parental consent.  One such exception applies to the disclosure of directory data.[2]  However, this exception only applies…

Many school districts are still looking to fill vacant positions before the school year begins.  As a result, school districts may be considering hiring someone who previously retired from employment in the school district or in another school district.  If the potential employee is receiving a Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) annuity, the school district will…