FERPA-First Security Framework
Summary
The FERPA-First Security Framework ensures HallHop operates with student privacy and data security at its core. Designed to meet the strict requirements of FERPA compliance, this module governs how data is collected, stored, and accessed across all features. From encrypted credentials to role-based permissions, it minimizes the risk of misuse while enabling transparency for authorized staff.
Module Lead
Varun Bhadurgatte Nagaraj
Start Date
March 2025
Target Users
Everyone
Key Features
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End-to-end encryption of session and user data
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Role-based access control (RBAC)
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Audit logs for sensitive student actions
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Secure API endpoints for external integrations
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FERPA-compliant consent and data handling protocols
The Need
In the rush to digitize school operations, privacy is often an afterthought. Many platforms collect sensitive student data—names, schedules, locations—without fully addressing how it’s stored, accessed, or shared. This creates serious risks: accidental leaks, unauthorized access, or noncompliance with federal laws like FERPA. With rising scrutiny around student data practices, schools need more than just a hall pass system—they need one that puts privacy first.
The FERPA-First Security Framework was built to solve that. By integrating encryption, access controls, and real-time audit trails directly into HallHop’s core, it ensures student data is protected every step of the way. Schools gain confidence that every login, pass, and lookup complies with FERPA standards—without compromising speed or usability.
