Make sure your child isn�t accidentally sharing your personal information, as his name, address, phone number, date of birth, and school activities may be released to third parties.

Read every notice your child brings home or the school sends by mail. Watch for terms like �directory information� and �opt out.�

Ask for a copy of the school or district policy on surveys and third-party access to personal student information, as well as a copy of any survey questionnaires given to your child.

Request the school�s opt-out form if you do not want directory information released to third parties — schools are required to respect your opt-out request. (You may also request that your child not be contacted by military recruiters visiting the school.) For more information and sample opt-out letters, go to www.leavemychildalone.org.

For more information about the privacy rights of minor students, go to the Department of Education�s website at www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/om.