Keeping Student and Employee Information Safe

Education institutions across the country produce large amounts of documents containing sensitive information. A lot of this information has been transferred to digital assets, but this does not fully protect your institution from identity theft. This sensitive information might be employee applications, report cards, student contact information, and other pieces of information.

All education institutions; including, high schools, colleges and universities, all the way down to elementary schools are regulated by state and federal laws in protecting this confidential information.

Protecting your students' and employees’ confidential information is critical for your school.

From enrollment applications and disciplinary records to payroll documents and performance reviews, the information your school handles on a daily basis is a prime target for data breaches. While digital security systems are essential, they are not foolproof. Paper records can still be lost, stolen, or improperly discarded—creating major risks for identity theft, financial fraud, and non-compliance with key privacy regulations such as FERPA, HIPAA, and state-specific data protection laws.

When sensitive information is left unprotected—whether in filing cabinets, recycling bins, or unsecured digital drives—it puts your institution at risk for legal penalties, loss of reputation, and diminished trust from your community. That's why adopting a comprehensive document security strategy is not just a best practice—it's a necessity.

How Shred America Can Help

Shred America provides schools, colleges, and universities with information security protocols that keep you compliant with state and federal laws.

We offer more than just shredding services—we provide peace of mind. Our certified, secure shredding solutions are tailored for educational environments and designed to meet the unique needs of institutions of all sizes. Whether you're a small elementary school or a large university with multiple campuses, we can implement a system that makes secure disposal of documents simple, reliable, and fully compliant.

We can provide you with secure document consoles that provide your teachers, assistants, and supervising leaders with easy-to-access document destruction throughout your facility or facilities.

These locked consoles are placed strategically in administrative offices, staff lounges, and other high-traffic areas to ensure confidential paperwork is disposed of safely. Our trained professionals then collect and securely destroy the contents on a scheduled basis, providing a documented chain of custody for every piece of paper we handle.

Partnering with Shred America means you are taking a proactive approach to protecting your institution, your students, and your staff. We help reduce the risk of data breaches, maintain compliance with privacy laws, and foster a culture of responsibility and security within your school.

Don’t let your school become vulnerable to costly mistakes or identity theft. Trust the experts in secure document destruction. Shred America is committed to helping educational institutions build safer, more secure learning environments—one document at a time.