Which statement best describes releasing information without parental consent for legitimate educational interests?

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Releasing information without parental consent is permissible when it serves legitimate educational interests. Under this rule, school officials who have a need to know the information to carry out their professional responsibilities—such as teachers, administrators, counselors, and other staff working to support the student’s education, safety, or well-being—may access and share education records without parent consent. The disclosure should be limited to the minimum information necessary to fulfill the task.

This context means the statement is correct because it reflects a documented exception that allows certain disclosures without parental consent. It isn’t a blanket allowance for everyone, and it isn’t restricted to cases where parental consent is given. It also isn’t about information being public in general; education records are protected and only disclosed to those with legitimate educational interests under specific conditions.