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DOJ Threatens Lawsuit Over KCKPS Student Privacy | Kansas City News
The Department of Justice is threatening legal action against Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools over alleged violations of FERPA, claiming the district is withholding student records from parents—especially around transgender-related policies. A July 21 letter demands the district review and revise policies, train staff, and release old transgender guidelines dating back to 2017. The controversy erupted after recordings surfaced of school officials discussing how to shield certain information from parents, even referencing religious beliefs. While some, like Pastor Kelly Lohrke, argue…
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