Circumstances leading to the gathering of this knowledge include such common tasks as scoring and recording tests, recording information in permanent record folders, and discussions with other teachers. Confidential information should only be confided to those persons who are directly involved. Generally, staff is directed to discuss students only with their regular teachers, the principal, counselors involved, and the students' parents. If the staff member is not a teacher, discussions are to be under the supervision of the regular teacher. Use of common sense and foresight as to future implications of personal discussions are guides to be followed when dealing with issues of confidentiality.
Staff is cautioned to leave in school what they hear in school.
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