<p>Maybe our posts crossed. You need to see what Ferpa actually states. </p>
<p>Also this: Primary control over a student’s records shifts from the parents to the student when the student enrolls in college, even if the student is still a minor. Despite this, institutions can still disclose information to parents for a variety circumstances, including if the parent claims the student as a federal tax dependent; if the student is under 21 and has violated school alcohol or drug policies; or if the institution believes there to be a health or safety emergency involving the student (McDonald, 2008).</p>
<p>Perhaps the LAC here was exceptionally conservative and protective; perhaps the students allow more contact with parents than we usually run into. Or, maybe this is another urban myth.</p>