Alexis Richardson

I learned that my role is to help make learning fair and accessible for all students. Laws like the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act require schools to provide accommodations. Accommodations help remove barriers, not lower standards. I plan to follow accommodation plans and be respectful of different student needs.

I learned that the accommodation process helps students with disabilities get equal access to school. Laws like the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act require schools to provide reasonable accommodations. Students usually need to register with disability services to receive support. Accommodations help remove barriers, not change course standards. I plan to follow the proper steps and be more aware of students’ needs.

I learned that disabilities affect students in different ways, and not all are visible. It’s important to be understanding and not make assumptions. Laws like the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act make sure students get equal access to education. I plan to be more aware of students’ needs and make learning accessible for everyone.

I learned that schools must support students with disabilities through laws like the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. These laws make sure students get the accommodations they need to succeed. I plan to be more aware of students’ needs and make learning accessible from the start. One question I have is how teachers balance accommodations with the regular curriculum.

Key challenges: It can be hard to know what counts as private student information.
Technology tools can make it easy to accidentally share data.
People sometimes misunderstand FERPA exceptions and share too much.

 How I will apply this: Be careful about what I write in emails or messages about students.
Only share student information with people who truly need it.
Assume student information should stay private unless I’m sure it’s allowed to be shared.
When unsure, choose privacy or ask before sharing.

FERPA is a law that protects student education records and gives students control over who can see them.

What I learned: Schools must keep student information private.
Only people with a “legitimate educational reason” should access records.
Students/parents can view records and request corrections.
Some basic info (like name or enrollment) may be shared unless a student opts out.
How I will apply it: I will not share student grades or personal details in public or informal settings.
I will be careful about what I say in emails, conversations, and online tools.
I will only access student information when it is necessary for my job or role.

FERPA compliance means protecting student records and only sharing them when allowed.

What I learned: Student information is private and usually can’t be shared freely.
Only people with a “need to know” for their job can access records.
Students can view and correct their own records.
How I’ll apply it:

Keep student info private.
Only access or share it when necessary.
Check rules before using or sharing records.

What I learned: Students control access to their school records.
Schools usually need permission to share student info.
Some exceptions allow sharing for safety or school work needs.
How I’ll apply it:

Keep student information private.
Only share it when allowed.
Check rules before sharing anything.

 
 

Title IX and VAWA training is about preventing sexual harassment and violence on campus and making schools safer. I learned that prevention includes teaching about consent, respect, and boundaries. It also means knowing how to report problems and where to get help. A big part is bystander intervention, which means safely stepping in or getting help if you see something wrong.

How I will apply it:

Pay attention to unsafe situations
Use safe ways to help or report
Respect others’ boundaries and consent
Know campus resources
The main idea is that everyone helps make campus safer.

Title IX and VAWA training explains how schools respond to sexual violence and harassment. The Title IX Coordinator makes sure students get support and that the school handles reports properly. Some school staff must report incidents if they are told about them. Students can get help and protections even if they don’t file a formal complaint. If a case moves forward, both sides get a fair process to share what happened. Some information can’t stay completely private because the school has to respond and keep students safe. The goal is safety, support, and fairness for everyone.