Can a school in California display my/my child’s Social Security number?
No, it’s against California law to publicly post or display someone’s Social Security number.
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Can a school require me to provide my/my child’s Social Security number?
No. While a school may ask for your/your child’s Social Security number during enrollment, it must let you know that it’s voluntary and you/your child will still be able to enroll and attend the school.
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Social Security Number Basics
A Social Security number (SSN) is a nine digit identification number that has become a universal identifier for both the government and the private sector in the U.S.
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Leslie's Story: College Released Her Social Security Number to its Alumni Association
Leslie didn't keep up with the college from which she graduated and was surprised when the college's alumni association was able to locate her.
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