It is necessary to understand the unique details of each person a disability—it is the only way administrators and institutions would be able to provide and assure that they receive the appropriate accommodations.

Although students may have similar disabilities, the details surrounding their abilities and how they have been living what they can or cannot do etc., will determine the level of assistance that can be provided at an institutional level.

Similar disabilities, doe snot denote similar accommodations.

Yes, all information should be clearly stated however, there must also be conversations that have the student repeat their understanding of what has been reviewed.  The prospective student tends to be younger without the experience to ask questions to ensure they understand.

I agree that this is very similar to HIPPA.  Interesting that the student is no longer protected after death.  An employee cannot access files if also a student.  Any requested amendment to a record can be noted in files.

Directory information may not if the student requests it not be shared.  I found it interested that directory information includes such items as DOB and address, parents names, etc.  It seems this could be harmful so not sure why it is okay to be shared publicly and only withheld by request.

The student or parent has a right to access their educational record.  The institution has 45 days to comply.  Any information, even written notes, are part of the record.

I've actually learned what superlatives are, and the damage those words can cause - for example: in misinformed communication, which leads to rumors, and in the end distrust. Wow! It makes sense (me reflecting).

It's important as educators to look past a students disability 

The Solomon Amendment is new, and rather interesting to me. Apparently the military can retrieve certain information about students 17 and over. 

Interestingly, FERPA rights do not extend beyond a student’s death, so the records of deceased students may be released. However, living former students must provide written consent for their records to be disclosed. Additionally, employees who are also students do not automatically have access to their own records; they must follow the same FERPA procedures as other students to gain access.

Each school/institution should have a clear understanding of what information about a student can be disclosed to remain compliant.