Aug 14, 2025

News provided by Share this article Share toX Pre-approved partnership clears legal compliance issues and ensures top-tier student data protections for K–12 leaders SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ --  ClassDojo , the leading platform connecting classrooms, families, and school communities, has joined The Education Cooperative's Standardized Data Privacy Agreement (TEC SDPA), a nationally recognized, multi-state framework that streamlines the contracting process for district leaders to adopt trusted edtech tools. This pre-approved agreement, now active in 14 states and growing, gives districts a ready-to-use, FERPA- and COPPA-aligned pathway to launch ClassDojo quickly, confidently, and at scale — with the highest standards of student data protection from day one. ClassDojo helps schools build strong, connected communities. ClassDojo for Districts brings this connection to the whole school system—helping leaders reach every family, reduce absences, improve student behavior, and ensure consistent communication across schools. The TEC SDPA, built on the National Data Privacy Agreement (NDPA), enables thousands of districts to secure compliant, vendor-signed agreements through a shared legal model. Now part of TEC's network of 1,800+ vetted tools, ClassDojo can be rolled out districtwide across participating states without legal delays or extra negotiation. "District leaders face constant pressure to balance innovation with responsibility," said Chad A. Stevens, Ph.D., ClassDojo's Head of K–12 Engagement. "This agreement gives them both—speed and simplicity in bringing ClassDojo to every school, and the assurance that student data is protected at the highest level. Our goal is to make it easier for districts to focus on what matters most: building connected, thriving school communities." A streamlined path to adoption Through this partnership, districts in TEC states can: Access ClassDojo via a multi-state DPA that is FERPA and COPPA aligned Avoid one-off legal negotiations Reduce administrative burden for legal and IT teams Launch districtwide use faster without sacrificing privacy compliance by greenlighting what schools and teachers are already using "District leaders want to adopt tools that families and teachers love—without compromising on privacy," said Stacy Hawthorne, Chief Academic Officer of Learn21, a TEC member, and CoSN Board Chair. "This agreement with ClassDojo shows what's possible when vendors prioritize privacy and proactively partner with the education community." Privacy protections built in The agreement follows months of collaboration between TEC's legal team and ClassDojo's compliance and district partnership teams. It reflects both organizations' shared commitment to helping districts scale secure, trusted digital solutions. With more than 95% of U.S. K–8 schools already using ClassDojo, this partnership opens the door to deeper, districtwide connections without adding compliance hurdles. What's next for TEC member districts Districts in the TEC Alliance can find their ClassDojo agreement in the Student Data Privacy Consortium Resource Registry. No further negotiation is required. For more on ClassDojo for Districts, visit https://www.classdojo.com/districts About ClassDojo for Districts ClassDojo is on a mission to give every child an education they love. Already used by over 45 million families and teachers around the world, ClassDojo helps schools build strong, connected communities. ClassDojo for Districts brings this connection to the whole school system—helping leaders reach every family, reduce absences, improve student behavior, and ensure consistent communication across schools. Districts gain the oversight they need with tools like rostering, SSO, and SIS integration, plus simple ways to celebrate students, share updates, and keep families in the loop—all in a platform teachers already love. And it's free for teachers, schools, and districts. About The Education Cooperative The Education Cooperative (TEC) supports school districts by streamlining access to high-quality, privacy-compliant digital learning tools through its Standardized Data Privacy Agreement (SDPA). Managed by Learn21, the TEC SDPA serves districts in 14 states, enabling secure, efficient adoption of educational technology. Media Contact: