Last modified: December 1, 2023

Policy No. 7140 Surveys and Data Collection

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When administered properly, surveys can provide critical data for decision making, program evaluation, and climate measurement. The Provo City School District Board of Education supports meaningful and relevant educational data collection that can guide administrative decisions; determine program needs assessments; and provide climate insights. Data collection within Provo City School District shall:

Protect student and employee data privacy
Protect against overburdening targeted populations
Have a specific educational purpose that supports the goals and initiatives of the district
Be accomplished with minimal intrusion of teaching and learning
Adhere to the Utah Student Data Privacy Act and FERPA
Be equitable and ethical in their administration

Policy No. 7140 Surveys and Data Collection

References

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act 20 U.S.C. § 1232g; 34 CFR Part 99

Utah Student Data Privacy Act 53E-9-301

Approved by Board of Education

Procedure