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Published: 2015

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DIVISION 400
EDUCATIONAL SERVICE DISTRICTS, SCHOOL DISTRICTS,

AND INDIVIDUAL SCHOOL RECORDS

166-400-0010
Administrative Records
NOTE:
Inclusion of a records series in this schedule does not require the series be created.
If a record is created electronically, it can be retained in electronic format only
as long as the retention period is 99 years or less.
(1) Activity and
Room Scheduling Records document scheduling and reservations related to public participation
and use of various agency activities, events, classes and facilities. Includes schedules,
logs, lists, requests, and similar records. Minimum retention: 1 year.
(2) Activity
Reports, General Daily, weekly, monthly, or similar reports documenting the activities
of employees. Useful for compiling annual reports, planning and budgeting, monitoring
work progress and other purposes. Usually tracks type of activity, employees and/or
volunteers involved, time spent on activity, work completed, and related information
in narrative or statistical form. Minimum retention: 2 years.
(3) Annual
Reports document the program or primary functional activities and accomplishments
of the office for the previous year. These are often compiled from monthly, quarterly,
or other subsidiary activity reports. Usually includes statistics, narratives, graphs,
diagrams, and similar information. Minimum retention: Permanent.
(4) Association
and Organization Membership Records document the membership and participation of
the school, district, or ESD in professional and educational associations and organizations.
Records may include but are not limited to meeting announcements and agendas; promotional
information; meeting, workshop, and conference records; rules and regulations; reports;
proposals and planning records; surveys and questionnaires; meeting minutes; and
related documentation and correspondence. This series does not include individual
faculty or staff membership records unless such membership is paid for by the school,
district, or ESD. Minimum retention: 3 years after school year in which records
were created.
(5) Audit
Records, Internal Records document the examination of the agency's fiscal condition,
internal control, and compliance policies and procedures. Records may also document
performance or other financially related audits by agency or contracted auditors.
Records may include audit reports, supporting documentation, comments, and correspondence.
Minimum retention: 10 years.
(6) Bond
Election Records document the process whereby bond measures to finance school construction
and improvements are approved by the voters. Records may include but are not limited
to certified copies of election results; county election filing forms; precinct
and district maps; election tax levy history; type of election; proposals; assessor's
certification; statistical reports to the Oregon Department of Education; and related
correspondence and documentation. SEE ALSO Bond Records in the Financial Records
section. Minimum retention: 5 years after school year in which bond matures.
(7) Calendars
and Scheduling Records document planning, scheduling and similar actions related
to meetings, appointments, trips, visits and other agency activities. Includes calendars,
appointment books, notes, telephone messages, diaries, and similar records, regardless
of format. Depending on content, some telephone messages and similar records may
merit inclusion in related program or project files. This applies to records that
contain significant information that is not summarized or otherwise included in
reports or similar documents. Calendar and Scheduling information recorded in a
personal day planner or personal electronic device may be a public record under
ORS Chapter 192. Minimum retention: 1 year.
(8) Child
Care Facility License Records document the annual licensing of school child care
facilities by the Employment Department, Child Care Division. Records may include
but are not limited to sanitation inspection reports; fire safety reports; fire
and other emergency drill records; staff development and training records; staff
criminal history checks; staff qualification forms; time sheets, staff first aid
cards; staff driving records; staff orientation records; official license; Child
Care Division inspection reports and certification; and related correspondence and
documentation. Minimum retention: (a) If license expired or renewed: 1 year after
expiration or renewal (b) If license revoked: 3 years after revoked.
(9) Committee
and Board Meeting Records document the activities, decisions, and proceedings of
regularly scheduled, special, executive session, or emergency meetings of governing
bodies and committees of the school, district, or ESD. Governing bodies may include
boards, advisory councils, commissions, site councils, committees, advisory groups,
and task forces. Records may include but are not limited to meeting minutes, agendas
and agenda packets, exhibits, resolutions, staff reports, sound recordings, membership
lists, meeting books, significant correspondence and memorandum, and other supporting
documentation. SEE ALSO Budget Records in the Financial Records section. Minimum
retention: (a) School board meeting minutes and agendas: Permanent (b) Exhibits,
other minutes, and supporting records: 5 years after school year in which records
were created (c) Sound recordings, if transcribed or abstracted: 1 year after minutes
approved.
(10) Committee
and Board Member Records document the election or appointment of school, district,
or ESD board, budget committee, and other committee members. Records may include
but are not limited to date of election and installation, length of term, zone or
district represented, and related biographical information about each board or committee
member. Minimum retention: 5 years after term expires.
(11) Conference
and Workshop Records document conferences, seminars, workshops, and training activities
attended or sponsored by school, district, or ESD personnel. Records may include
but are not limited to agendas, reports, speeches, program records, conference or
seminar descriptions and schedules, participant lists, fee records, planning records,
evaluations, registration material, handouts, and related correspondence and documentation.
Records may also include documentation of attendance for certification, continuing
education, or in-service training requirements. Minimum retention: (a) Significant
program records - school, district, or ESD sponsored: 5 years after school year
in which records were created (b) Other records: 2 years after school year in which
records were created.
(12) Contracts
and Agreements Records document the negotiation, execution, completion, and termination
of legal agreements between the school, district, or ESD and other parties, including
the Oregon Department of Education. Records include the official contract or agreement,
amendments, exhibits, addenda, legal records, contract review records, and related
correspondence and documentation. Records do not include leases or property records.
Minimum retention: (a) Contracts or agreements documenting building construction,
alterations, or repair: 10 years after substantial completion as defined by ORS
12.135(3). (b) Other contracts and agreements: 6 years after expiration.
(13) Correspondence:
Records that: 1. document communications created or received by an agency AND 2.
directly relate to an agency program or agency administration AND 3. are not otherwise
specified in the Educational Service Districts, School Districts and Schools General
Records Retention Schedule (OAR 166-400) or in educational service districts, school
districts and schools special schedules or in ORS 192.170. Records may include but
are not limited to letters, memoranda, notes and electronic messages that communicate
formal approvals, directions for action, and information about contracts, purchases,
grants, personnel and particular projects or programs. Disposition: File with the
associated program or administrative records. Retentions for program records are
found in state agency special schedules; retentions for administrative records are
typically found in the State Agency General Records Retention Schedule. Communications
not meeting the above criteria do not need to be filed and may be retained as needed.
(14) Eighth
Grade Examination Records document the examinations given to eighth grade students.
Records may include but are not limited to examinations; examinations registers;
diploma lists; and related documentation. These records are no longer being created.
Minimum retention: Permanent.
(15) Fax
Reports Records document facsimile transactions of the agency. Reports may also
be used for billing purposes. Information includes date and time fax transmitted
or received and recipient/sender's fax number. Minimum retention: (a) Retain if
used for billing: 3 years (b) Retain all other reports: 1 year.
(16) Food/Nutrition
Service Program Records document the operation of school food/nutrition service
programs. Records may include but are not limited to operations reports; child nutrition
program reviews; food service financial records; food supply inventory records;
free and reduced price lunch applications and reimbursement claim records; meal
production and menu records; meal ticket inventory records; sanitation inspection
reports; summer food services records; and related documentation and correspondence.
Minimum retention: 3 years (or as specified by 7 CFR 210.7-28 and 225.6-16).
(17) Health
Log Book Records document the daily activities of and visits to the Health Room/School
Nurses Office. Record may include but not limited to student's name, time of visit,
reason for visit/ailment, action taken, parental notification, was student sent
home or returned to class. Minimum retention: Retain 6 years after school year in
which created, destroy.
(18) Immunization
Records, Administrative Records document the review and report of the immunization
status of students to the County health department and the exclusion of students
who do not meet the minimum immunization requirements. Records may include but are
not limited to the annual Primary Review Summary, school copies of Exclusion Orders
for No Record, school copies of Exclusion Orders for Incomplete Information/Insufficient
Information, and related documentation. SEE ALSO Student Immunization Records in
the Student Education Records section. Minimum retention: 1 year.
(19) Legal
Case Records document a school, district, or ESD's legal actions by in-house or
outside counsel. Records may include but are not limited to litigation records,
correspondence, staff opinions, research findings, and background notes relating
to specific cases. Cases may include but are not limited to Tort Liability Claims,
Civil Service Commission cases, unemployment and discrimination cases, bid protests
and contract disputes, student/parent complaints, and employee complaints. Minimum
retention: 10 years after final disposition of case.
(20) Legal
Opinion and Advice Records document the legal opinions and advice given to schools,
districts, or ESDs by a lawyer or the Attorney General. Records may include legal
advice given to private schools. Records may include but are not limited to requests
for opinions; opinions; letters of advice; and related correspondence. Minimum retention:
(a) Retain copies of legislative bills, statutes: 6 years (b) Retain Administrative
Rule Preparation Records: 10 years after appeal of rule (c) Retain all other records:
Permanent.
(21) Legislative
Tracking Records document the development and monitoring of legislation which may
have an impact on the programs or policies of a school, district, or ESD. Records
may include but are not limited to concept statements, proposals, bill logs, fiscal
and organizational impact analysis papers, copies of bills, testimony summaries,
committee reports, agendas, record of action, and related correspondence and documentation.
Minimum retention: 2 years.
(22) Lobbyist
Records document lobbyist and lobbyist employer activities, and are used to report
these activities to the Oregon Government Ethics Commission. Records may include
but are not limited to expenditure reports, registration statements, termination
records, guidelines, and correspondence. Minimum retention: (a) Retain expenditure
reports: 4 years (b) Retain all other records: 5 years after last activity.
(23) Mitigation
Program Records document the establishment and maintenance of the agency mitigation
programs, plans, and procedures. Records may include mitigation plans and strategies,
policies, procedures, seismic surveys and structural upgrade records of agency facilities,
project reports, hazard mitigation grant records, and related documentation, which
may include capital improvement records. SEE ALSO the Emergency Management section.
Minimum retention: (a) Retain adopted plans: Permanent (b) Retain all other records:
For the life of the structure.
(24) Notary
Public Log Books Records document notarial transactions completed by a notary public
and employed by a government agency. Agencies may retain logbooks by agreement with
the notary after their separation from employment. Agencies retaining notary public
log books without notary agreements should consult their legal counsel and/or the
Secretary of State, Corporation Division for retention instruction. Minimum retention:
7 years after date of commission expiration.
(25) Oregon
School Register Records document student enrollment, attendance, and membership
in elementary and secondary schools and forms the basis for student attendance reporting
to the Oregon Department of Education. The register contains student's name and
other personally identifiable information, attendance, indication of student non-residency
or withdrawal, program membership, whether student was promoted or retained at end
of school year, and related information. Minimum retention: Permanent.
(26) Organization
Records document the lines of organizational hierarchy and administrative responsibility
within a program, school, district, or ESD. Records may include but are not limited
to drafts and final charts or diagrams, statements, studies, and related documentation.
Minimum retention: 4 years after superseded or obsolete.
(27) Parent-Teacher
Organization Records document the history, development, policies, and actions of
parent-teacher organizations under the jurisdiction of the District. Records may
include but are not limited to minutes; constitutions and by-laws; committee records;
budget and accounting records; handbooks; officer and member rosters; scrapbooks;
photographs; and related documentation and correspondence. Minimum retention: (a)
Retain minutes, constitutions, by-laws, and committee records 10 years after school
year in which records were created. (b) Retain all other records 3 years after school
year in which records were created.
(28) Policy
and Planning Records document the development, assessment, and review of school,
district, or ESD policies, programs, and activities. Records may include but are
not limited to board policy and district-wide administrative rules; authorizing
bulletins and advisories; mission, policy, and goal statements; finalized policy
statements and directives; by-laws; regulations; strategic plans; management plans;
and related documentation. Minimum retention: (a) Retain annual board adopted policy
and district-wide administrative rules, official copy: Permanent (b) Retain planning
documents: 10 years (c) Retain working papers and draft material: 1 year after school
year in which final document produced.
(29) Policy
Statements and Directives Series documents review, assessment, development, and
authorization of an agency's formal policies and procedures that have been approved
by a governing body. Records may include authorizing bulletins and advisories, mission
and goal statements, manuals, and final policy statements and directives. Information
often includes policy and procedure numbers, revision dates, subject identification,
narrative description, authorization information, and effective date. SEE ALSO Policy
and Procedure Guidelines and Manuals in this section. Minimum retention: 10 years
after superseded or obsolete.
(30) Procedure
Manuals Records document internal development and guidelines for consistency and
continuity in the operation of a school, district, or ESD department or office.
Records may include but are not limited to manuals documenting departmental and
program procedures; basic secretarial/clerical instructional procedures; handbooks;
desk manuals; emergency response plans; safety plans and procedures; and related
documentation and correspondence. Minimum retention: (a) Retain routine clerical
manuals: 2 years after superseded or obsolete (b) Retain manuals relating to specific
construction and/or engineering projects: 10 years after substantial completion,
as defined by ORS 12.135(3) (c) Retain one copy of all other manuals: Permanent.
(31) Professional
Membership Records document institutional or agency-paid individual memberships
and activities in professional organizations. Minimum retention: 3 years.
(32) Public
Notice Records document compliance with laws requiring public notice of government
activities. Subjects include assessments, elections, land use changes, public meetings
and hearings, sale of property, and others. Records include public or legal notices,
certificates, affidavits of publication, and similar documents. SEE ALSO Competitive
Bid Records in the Financial section for public notices related to bid openings
and awards. Minimum retention: 3 years.
(33) Reports
and Studies Records document the school, district, or ESD's curriculum offerings,
programs, services, problems, projects, student achievements, financial status,
staffing, operations, and activities. Reports may be required to be submitted to
the Oregon Department of Education or to other state, federal, or private agencies.
Reports may be annual reports compiled from monthly, quarterly, or other subsidiary
activity reports. Records may include but are not limited to narrative and statistical
reports, studies, performance measures, annual reviews, surveys, plans, proposals,
progress reports, evaluation reports, financial data and reports, staffing reports,
student attendance accounting reports, accreditation studies, summaries, and other
types of reports and documentation. Minimum retention: (a) Retain annual reports
and studies with historical value or policy implications: Permanent (b) Retain other
reports and studies: 5 years or as required by government or agency (c) Retain working
papers and draft material: 1 year after school year in which final document produced.
(34) Requests
and Complaints Records document complaints or requests concerning a variety of agency
responsibilities not specified elsewhere in this general schedule. Information often
includes name, phone number, and address of person making request or complaint,
narration of request or complaint, name of person responding to request or complaint,
dates of related activities, and other data. (If a specific request or complaint
is listed in another records series under a functional area such as law enforcement
in this general schedule, the retention period specified in that functional area
supersedes the retention period listed in this series.) SEE ALSO Correspondence.
Minimum retention: 2 years after last action.
(35) Routing
and Job Control Records used to control the routine flow of documents and other
items and actions in and between offices in the agency. Includes routing slips,
job control records, status cards, receipts for records charged-out, batch slips,
and similar records. Minimum retention: 1 year.
(36) School
Census Records document the number of students of school age within the county,
district, or school. Records may contain but are not limited to the names, ages,
birth dates, and address of students; information about the parents or guardians;
and related documentation. The actual census-reporting requirement ended in 1971
and this record is no longer being created. Minimum retention: Permanent.
(37) School,
District, Or ESD History Records document important organizational changes,
significant events, celebrations, programs, and projects of the ESD, district, or
school. Records may include but are not limited to newsletters, press releases,
publications, reports and articles, institution histories, biographies and records
of past administrators, faculty, or staff, photographs, scrapbooks, newspaper clippings,
and related documentation. SEE ALSO Publications in this section. Minimum retention:
Permanent.
(38) Special
Education Census Reports document the number of special education students served
by the school and district included in annual census reports to the Oregon Department
of Education. Records may include but are not limited to annual reports and district
summary reports which includes total number of students and students per district,
age of students, and handicapping condition of students; student census information;
placement and services provided records; agency information; number of special education
teachers; and related documentation. Minimum retention: 5 years after school year
in which records were created.
(39) Special
Event and Celebration Records document agency-sponsored celebrations of special
and historic occasions such as centennials, pioneer days, and similar events. Provides
a record of planning and promotional efforts, public attendance and response, major
speeches and dedications, and other significant aspects of the celebration. These
significant records may include studies, publications, photographs, attendance summaries,
final reports, and other significant documents. This series also includes routine
documentation related to implementing the promotion and organization of the event.
These often include lists, rosters, correspondence, memoranda, volunteer information,
and related records. Records may also include scrapbooks, but does not include newsclippings.
Newsclippings are not public records and may be discarded. Minimum retention: (a)
Retain records documenting significant aspects of the event: Permanent (b) Retain
all other records: two years after event.
(40) Staff
Meeting Records document the activities, decisions, and proceedings of school, district,
or ESD staff meetings. Records may include but are not limited to minutes, agendas,
notes, reports, and related documentation. Minimum retention: Until end of school
year.
(41) Standardization
Records document the process of standardization visits from the Oregon Department
of Education to schools, districts, or ESDs. Records may include but are not limited
to self-evaluation reports, on-site inspection reports; waiver authorizations; letters
of concern; plans of correction; schedules; and related correspondence and documentation.
Minimum retention: 6 years after school year in which records were created.
(42) Student
Information and Demographic Records document the composition of the student population
in a variety of sequences, groupings, and lists. Records include demographic profiles
of students; student record cards; and other manual or computer produced lists organized
by school, class, special program, or other grouping. Records may include but are
not limited to student identification information including name, address, birth
date, birthplace, parents, and guardians; student demographics including gender,
ethnicity, and age; attendance; enrollment dates; previous school attended; student
grades and transcript data; health and immunization information; handicapped status;
and related documentation. Minimum retention: (a) Retain years ending in 0 and 5
Permanent (b) Retain all others 5 years.
(43) Student Organization Administrative Records document the history, development, and policies
of student organizations, including student clubs, government, and publications.
Records may include but are not limited to student organization annual review forms;
minutes; constitutions and bylaws; committee, subcommittee, and task force records;
student senate bill and resolution records; handbooks; officer and member rosters;
scrapbooks; photographs; and related documentation and correspondence. SEE ALSO
Student Organization Financial Records in the Financial Section. Minimum retention:
(a) Retain constitution and bylaws: Until superseded or obsolete (b) Retain all
other records: 2 years after school year in which records were created.
(44) Superintendent
of Schools Records document the official and financial affairs of the superintendent
of schools concerning teachers, students, and schools located in the county. Records
may include but are not limited to annual statements on the condition of common
(public) schools in the county; school district boundary records; school district
accounts; book purchases; and related documentation. Information contained in the
records may include financial information, school curricula, boundary descriptions,
facilities, and enrollment and attendance data. These records are no longer being
created. Minimum retention: Permanent.
(45) Surveys,
Polls, and Questionnaires Records document the measurement of public opinion
by or for the agency related to various issues, actions, and concerns. May include
surveys, polls, questionnaires, summaries, abstracts and significant related records.
Examples of summaries include studies which incorporate the significant results
of public opinion surveys, abstracts of questionnaires designed to determine the
skills and interests of citizens volunteering for agency service, and other records
which distill survey data into summary form. Minimum Retention: (a) Retain summary
reports and abstracts: 3 years (b) Retain all other records: Until summary report
is completed or 3 years, whichever is sooner.
(46) Test
Administration Records document the administration of assessment, placement,
diagnostic, credit by exam, and other tests. Records may include but are not limited
to rosters of test takers; testing rules and regulations; test administration records;
examiner's manuals; exams and tests; test order and payment records; placement and
test results; summary reports of results; and related correspondence and documentation.
Minimum retention: 3 years after school year in which records were created.
(47) Work
Order Records document requests and authorizations, according to existing contracts
or agreements, for needed services and repairs to agency property and equipment.
May include copy center work orders, printing orders, telephone service and installation
requests, repair authorizations, and similar records. Minimum Retention: (a) Retain
work completed by county personnel: 1 year (b) Retain work completed by outside
vendors: 3 years.
(48) Work
Schedule and Assignment Records document the scheduling and assigning of shifts,
tasks, projects, or other work to agency employees. Useful for budget and personnel
planning and review, assessing employee work performance, and other purposes. May
include calendars, schedules, lists, charts, rosters, and related records. Minimum
retention: 5 years.
(49) Year
2000 (Y2K) Planning Records document the planning and development of agency
Y2K contingency plans. Records may include but are not limited to meeting minutes,
correspondence, draft plans, work notes, plan test results, and final plan. Information
includes type of systems vulnerable to Y2K, level of priority, and party responsible
for system solution or troubleshooting. Minimum retention: Destroy.
Stat. Auth.: ORS
192 & 357, Other Auth. Code of Federal Regulations Title 34

Stats. Implemented:
ORS 192 & 357

Hist.: OSA
6-1997, f. & cert. ef. 4-22-97; Renumbered from 166-405-0010, OSA 1-2006, f.
& cert. ef. 4-17-06; OSA 1-2008, f. & cert. ef. 1-30-08; OSA 3-2012, f.
& cert. ef. 10-29-12
166-400-0015
Curriculum and Instruction Records
NOTE: Inclusion of a records series in this schedule does not require the series be created. If a record is created electronically, it can be retained in electronic format only if the retention period is 99 years or less.
(1) Course Descriptions Records document the list and description of school courses offered to students. Information may include course content descriptions; number of units' granted; required or elective status; goals, competencies and standards for standard and modified diplomas; and other information relative to educational plans. Minimum retention: 10 years after school year in which records were created
(2) Curriculum Development Records Records document the development and approval process for staff or faculty to develop or revise program curriculum or to update curriculum strategies and instruction. Records may include but are not limited to support documentation, reviews, reports, approvals, and related correspondence and documentation. Minimum retention: 3 years after superseded or obsolete.
(3) Instructional Materials Selection and Adoption Records Records document the selection and adoption of textbooks and other instructional materials by schools, districts, and ESDs. Records may include but are not limited to adoption authorization records; lists of state adopted textbooks including titles of books, authors, and publishers; and related documentation. SEE ALSO Supplemental Materials Selection and Adoption Records in the Library and Media Records section. Minimum retention: 6 years after school year in which records were created.
(4) Teacher Daily Instructional Plans Records document the instruction of students as planned on a daily basis by teachers. Records may include but are not limited to instructional plans and related documentation and correspondence. Minimum retention: 1 year after school year in which records were created.
(5) Talented and Gifted Program (TAG) Records Records document district and school efforts to provide TAG education programs and opportunities for students identified as Talanted and Gifted under state guidelines. The records document district and ESD efforts to provide Talented and Gifted Education instruction that challenges high-end learners and meets each student's learning needs. Resources and support materials for districts, schools, teachers, parents, and students are included. SEE ALSO Educational Programs Student Records in Student Education Records section for individual participating student records. Minimum retention: 5 years after school year in which records were created.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 192 & 357, Other Auth. Code of Federal Regulations Title 34

Stats. Implemented: ORS 192 & 357

Hist.: OSA 6-1997, f. & cert. ef. 4-22-97; Renumbered from 166-406-0010, OSA 1-2006, f. & cert. ef. 4-17-06
166-400-0020
Property and Equipment Records
NOTE: Inclusion of a records series in this schedule does not require the series be created. If a record is created electronically, it can be retained in electronic format only if the retention period is 99 years or less.
(1) Architectural Drawings, Blueprints, and Maps Records document a detailed graphic record of the land and buildings of a school, district, or ESD. The records are a primary source tool for improvement and maintenance projects on existing buildings and/or land, including athletic fields, and for new construction. Records may include but are not limited to drawings; maps; photographs; architectural blueprints; sketches; preliminary planning drawings; as-built drawings and blueprints; surveys; drawings reflecting changes to original plans; soil testing maps; and any other type of graphic representation and related documentation produced relating to buildings, systems, and land. Minimum retention: Life of the structure.
(2) Asbestos Management Records Records document the identification and proper handling of asbestos material within school, district, or ESD buildings. Records may include but are not limited to federal inspection reports and management plans required by the Environmental Protection Agency, contact reports, laboratory test results, work orders, project checklists, work precautions, site schematics, and related documentation. The management plan may contain response actions, operations and maintenance, and periodic surveillance plans. SEE ALSO Hazardous Materials Management Records in this section. Minimum retention: (a) Retain management plan: 3 years after superseded or obsolete (b) Retain records of measurements taken to monitor employee exposure to asbestos: 30 years after employee separation per 29 CFR 1910.1020 (c) Retain all other records: 5 years after building or property disposed of
(3) Building and Grounds Repair, Remodeling, and Construction Records Records document the condition, repair, and routine maintenance of school, district, or ESD buildings and grounds. Records also document remodeling, improvement, and non-capital construction projects. Records may include but are not limited to floor plans; specifications; layouts; building inspection reports; building permits; maintenance agreements; work logs; and related correspondence and documentation. Records may also include records of remodeling or construction due to American Disabilities (ADA) Act requirements.Minimum retention: (a) Retain floor plans, layouts, specifications, final inspection reports, permits for completed structures: Life of the structure (b) Retain other permits: 2 years after revoked or expired (c) Retain contracts and agreements documenting building construction, alterations, or repair: 10 years after substantial completion (d) Retain all other records: 4 years
(4) Capital Construction Project Records Records document the planning, administration, and implementation of current and potential capital construction projects by schools, districts, or ESDs; to project needs for projects; and as a reference to projects once they have been completed. Records may include but are not limited to project descriptions and requirements; plans and plan reviews; project schedules; contract change orders; bid documentation; building permits; contracts and agreements with architects, engineers, consultants, vendors, and contractors; materials and soils reports; progress reports; insurance reports; payment schedules; summary reports; certificates of occupancy; memos; final acceptance statements; and related correspondence and documentation. Minimum retention: (a) Retain contracts and agreements documenting building construction, alterations, or repair: 10 years after expiration as defined by ORS 12.135(3). (b) Retain all other records: Life of the structure
(5) Damaged/Stolen Property Records Used to prepare reports relating to damaged or stolen property. Records may include yearly risk report, restoration fund inventory report, policy manual, property transfer report, self-insurance manual, real property report, money and negotiable securities report and a general risk survey. Minimum retention: 4 years
(6) Equipment Loan Records Records document the loan of district owned equipment to students. Equipment may include but is not limited to musical instruments and athletic equipment. Records may include loan agreements, parental consent forms, approval forms, return forms, logs, overdue records, and related documentation and correspondence. SEE ALSO Audio-Visual Materials and Equipment Loan Records in the Library and Media Records section. Minimum retention: (a) Retain overdue records: Until equipment is returned or debts reconciled or deemed uncollectible (b) Retain all other records: 2 years after school year in which equipment is returned. (c) Retain loan agreements: 6 years
(7) Equipment Records Records document equipment owned by the school, district, or ESD and provides support documentation for warranty, operation, maintenance, service, and repair. Records may include but are not limited to shipping or packing slips; vendor information; operating manuals; warranties and guarantees; specifications; serial numbers; maintenance agreements or contracts; lease agreements; service reports; maintenance records; damaged/stolen property records; and related correspondence and documentation. SEE ALSO Vehicle Maintenance Records in the Transportation Records section. Minimum retention: 2 years after disposal of equipment
(8) Facility Use Records Records document the application for and use of school, district, or ESD facilities by outside individuals or organizations. Records may include but are not limited to the application and contract for using facilities. Information may include name of individual or organization requesting occupancy, type of activity, dates and hours of projected use, facility name and location, use permits, conditions of use, acknowledgment of responsibility for damage or liability resulting from occupancy, insurance documentation, fees and charges, request approval, correspondence, and support documentation. Minimum retention: (a) Retain approved application records: 3 years after school year in which records were created (b) Retain denied applications: 1 year after school year in which records were created
(9) Hazardous Materials Management Records Records document the chain of custody of hazardous materials within a school, district, or ESD and relate to the identification, location, safe handling, storage, transportation, and disposal of hazardous waste materials including PCBs, laboratory chemicals, cleaning solvents, and pesticides. Records may include but are not limited to Environmental Protection Agency/Department of Environmental Quality monitoring forms, Department of Transportation Hazardous Waste Manifest forms, material safety data sheets, invoices, work orders, purchase orders, and other working papers. Records document that use and storage of hazardous materials and hazardous waste management has been performed in accordance with state and federal regulations. SEE ALSO Asbestos Management Records in this section. Minimum retention: (a) Retain material safety data sheets: Until superseded or obsolete (b) Retain all other records: 6 years after school year in which records were created.
(10) Inventory Records Records document the expendable and non-expendable property, supplies, equipment, and other items owned by the school, district, and ESD. Examples include but are not limited to buildings, real estate, vehicles, equipment, furniture, and supplies. Records may include but are not limited to description, purchase information, value, purchase price, replacement cost, depreciation, quantity, location, date of acquisition, shipping records, and related correspondence and documentation. SEE ALSO Library and Media Inventory Records in the Library and Media Records section. Minimum retention: 2 years after superseded or obsolete.
(11) Property Disposition Records Records document the disposition of non-real property and equipment owned by the school, district, or ESD. Disposition is usually through public auction, competitive bidding, or destruction. Records may include but are not limited to description of property, expendable property inventory listings, disposition, disposition requests and notices, equipment transfer records, reason for disposition, condition, authorization, and related correspondence and documentation. Minimum retention: 3 years after disposition of property.
(12) Property Records Records document the purchase, ownership, and sale of land or buildings by the school, district, or ESD. Records may include but are not limited to titles and deeds; title search records; property descriptions; title insurance policies and forms; easements; right of ways; appraisals; records of sale; and related documentation and correspondence. SEE ALSO Facility and Equipment Records section and Lease Records in the Financial Records section. Minimum retention: 3 years after property is no longer owned by agency.
(13) Underground Storage Tank Management Records Records document the description, location, operation, testing, maintenance, and final disposition of underground storage tanks owned by schools, districts, or ESDs. Records may include documentation of corrective procedures undertaken in the event of spills, leaks, or corrosion. Minimum retention: 25 years after removal
(14) Utilities Systems Operating And Maintenance Records Records document the operations and maintenance of school, district, or ESD utility systems. Records may include but are not limited to equipment operations logs, mechanical readings charts, permits, equipment maintenance histories, and related correspondence and documentation. Minimum retention: (a) Retain permits: 5 years (b) Retain all other records: Until equipment is no longer in service.
(15) Work Orders Records document requests and authorizations for services and/or repairs to school, district, or ESD property and equipment. Records may include but are not limited to repair requests and authorizations, material lists, work order schedules, copy center work orders, printing orders, telephone service orders, and related correspondence. Information includes location and type of work, priority rating, approval signatures and dates, and time and cost estimates. Minimum retention: 3 years after school year in which records were created.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 192 & 357, Other Auth. Code of Federal Regulations Title 34

Stats. Implemented: ORS 192 & 357

Hist.: OSA 6-1997, f. & cert. ef. 4-22-97; Renumbered from 166-407-0010, OSA 1-2006, f. & cert. ef. 4-17-06
166-400-0025
Financial Records
NOTE: Inclusion of a records series in this schedule does not require the series be created.
If a record is created electronically, it can be retained in electronic format only
if the retention period is 99 years or less.
(1) Accounts
Payable Records Records document outstanding liabilities and provides a record
of payment of bills by the school, district, or ESD, including payments from student
body fund accounts, disbursed by school personnel. Records may include but are not
limited to invoices, invoice vouchers, statements, vouchers, journal entry forms,
purchase orders, payment authorizations, check requests, check registers, reports
of receipt of goods or service, canceled checks or warrants, daily batch lists,
and related correspondence and documentation. Minimum retention: (a) Retain records
documenting expenditure of federal funds: 5 years after final or annual expenditure
report accepted (b) Retain all other records: 4 years.
(2) Accounts
Receivable Records Records document billings and collections and provide a record
of money owed to or received by the school, district, or ESD, including receivables
for student body fund accounts collected by school personnel, for goods or services
rendered. Records may serve as subsidiary ledgers of original entry or input which
record the amounts received for goods and services. Records may include but are
not limited to aging reports used to monitor accounts which are outstanding and
overdue, invoices, invoice registers, billing records, receipts, receipts registers,
cash receipt records; account edit sheets, and related documentation. Minimum retention:
(a) Records documenting recovery of federal supplied funds: 3 years after final
or annual expenditure report accepted (b) All other records: 3 years after collected
or deemed uncollectible.
(3) Audit
Reports Records document the examination of a school, district, or ESD's financial
condition by internal or independent auditors. Audits include an examination of
the fiscal condition, internal controls and compliance with policies and procedures,
accounting principles and methods, the accuracy and legality of transactions, and
performance audits. Records may include but are not limited to audit reports (including
those completed for student body fund accounts), supporting documentation, accountant's
summary, financial statements, balance sheet details, comments, summaries, recommendations,
preparation records, and related correspondence and documentation. Minimum retention:
(a) Audit report, official copy: Permanent (b) Grant fund audit records: 5 years
after final or annual expenditure report accepted (c) Other records: 4 years.
(4) Bank
Transaction Records Records document the current status and transaction activity
of school, district, or ESD funds held in bank accounts, including accounts for
student body funds. Records may include but are not limited to account statements,
deposit and withdrawal slips, redeemed, void, or canceled checks, check registers,
interest payments, reconciliation worksheets or spreadsheets, and related documentation.
Minimum retention: (a) Records documenting grant fund transactions: 5 years after
final or annual expenditure report accepted (b) Other records: 3 years.
(5) Bond
Records Records document the authorization and payment of bonds to finance school
construction and improvements. Records may include but are not limited to authorizations,
supporting financial documentation, bond ratings, and sample copies of bonds issued;
paid bonds, coupons, and receipts; bond registers; and related documentation. SEE
ALSO Bond Election Records in the Administrative Records section. Minimum retention:
3 years after final payment.
(6) Budget
Preparation Records Records document the planning, development, estimation,
and proposed budget requests for schools, districts, and ESDs. Records may include
but are not limited to budget requests, spreadsheets, expenditure projection work
papers and reports, budget proposals, budget development schedules, allotment reports,
decision packages, spending plans, funding analysis, revenue projection reports,
compensation plan proposals, contingency plans, fiscal impact analysis, and related
correspondence and documentation. Minimum retention: 2 years.
(7) Budget
Records Records document the annual financial plan approved by schools, districts,
and ESDs. Records may monitor allotments, apportioned fiscal distributions, and
expenditures. Records may include but are not limited to budget allotment reports,
adopted budgets, budget messages, revenue and expenditure tracking records, status
reports, operating programs, debt service, position and wage analysis, summaries,
annual report to Oregon Department of Education, and related correspondence and
documentation. Minimum retention: (a) Adopted budget, official copy: 20 years (b)
Other records: 3 years.
(8) Check
Conversion Records Records document checks received from customers that are
electronically deposited after being imaged and converted to an Automated Clearing
House (ACH) transaction or Image Replacement Document (IRD). Minimum Retention:
(a) Retain original paper instrument 30 days, destroy (b) Retain ACH transaction
or IRD 6 years, destroy.
(9) Competitive
Bid Records Records document the publication, evaluation, rejection and award
of quoted bids to vendors and other entities. Records may include but are not limited
to requests for proposals (RFPs), requests for qualifications (RFQs), invitations
to bid (ITBs), requests for information (RFIs), bid exemption documents, bid and
quote lists, notices of bid opening and award, comparison summaries, spreadsheets,
tabulation worksheets, bid advertising records, tally sheets, bid specifications,
correspondence, and related records. SEE ALSO Purchasing Records in this section.
Minimum retention: (a) Retain accepted bids 10 years after substantial completion
(as defined by ORS 12.135(3)(b) Retain other accepted bids: 6 years after bid awarded
or canceled (c) Retain rejected bids and bid exemptions: 2 years after bid awarded
or canceled.
(10) Credit
and Debit Receipts Agency’s copy of credit or debit card receipt documenting
payment received by agency. Records include customer’s name and account information.
Minimum Retention: Retain 36 months after transaction, destroy.
(11) Credit
Slips Slips issued to citizens who have withdrawn from agency-sponsored classes
or activities and are due credit for all or part of fees paid. Information usually
includes name of class or activity, date, expiration date, name and address of citizen,
and related data. Minimum retention: 3 years after credit expired or redeemed.
(12) Employee
Bond Records Records document the post of fidelity, performance, or position
bonds to guarantee the honest and faithful performance of school, district, and
ESD employees. Information may include but is not limited to person's name, amount
of coverage, dates, and related documentation. Minimum retention: 6 years after
expiration.
(13) Financial
Reports Records document the financial condition, operation, and activities
of schools, districts, and ESDs. Records may include but are not limited to organization
and function statements, accounting of income and expenditures, balance sheets,
revenue statements, fund balance reports, notes to the financial statements, and
exhibits. Exhibits may include a working trial balance by fund type, adjustments
to accounting data, cash flow analysis, and other supporting documentation. Reports
may also be completed for student body fund accounts. Records may include monthly,
quarterly, or annual reports. Minimum retention: (a) Retain annual report, official
copy: Permanent (b) Retain working papers and draft material: 1 year after acceptance
of Annual Report (c) Retain all other Financial Reports 3 years.
(14) General
Ledgers Records document all fiscal transactions of the school, district, or
ESD. The ledgers summarize the accounts and reflect the financial position of the
school, district, or ESD. Information often includes debit, credit, and balance
amounts per account; budget, fund, and department numbers; and totals for notes
receivable, interest income, amounts due from other funds, federal grants received;
bank loans received, cash in escrow, deferred loan received, cash, encumbrances,
revenue, accounts receivable, and accounts payable; and related documentation and
data. SEE ALSO Subsidiary Ledgers, Journals, and Registers in this section. Minimum
retention: (a) Retain year-end ledgers: 10 years (b) Retain all other general ledgers:
3 years.
(15) Gift
and Contribution Records Records document gifts and contributions to the school,
district, and ESD, including contributions to student body funds. Records may include
but are not limited to memorial donation records related to money to be used by
the institution in the name of an individual, donor and acknowledgment letters,
acquisition lists itemizing purchases made with contributed money, checks, receipts,
and related correspondence and documentation. Minimum retention: (a) Retain conditional
gift, contribution, and donation records: 6 years after expiration of agreement
or conditions met (b) Retain all other records: 3 years.
(16) Grant
Records Records document the application, evaluation, awarding, administration,
monitoring, and status of grants in which the agency is the recipient, grantor,
allocator, or administrator. Grants may come from federal or state governments or
foundations or other funding sources. Records may include but are not limited to
applications including project proposals, summaries, objectives, activities, budgets,
exhibits, and award notification; grant evaluation records and recommendations concerning
grant applications; grant administration records including progress reports, budgets,
project objectives, proposals, and summaries; records documenting allocation of
funds; contracts; records monitoring project plans and measuring achievement; equipment
inventories; financial reports, accounting records, audit reports, expenditure reports,
and related correspondence and documentation. Minimum retention: (a) Retain final
reports from significant grants to the School, District, ESD: Permanent (b) Retain
records documenting the purchase and/or disposal of real property: 10 years after
substantial completion (as defined by ORS 12.135(3)), or 3 years after final disposition,
or as specified in agreement, whichever is longer (c) Retain other grant records:
3 years after annual or final expenditure report submitted and approved or, as specified
in agreement, whichever is longer (d) Retain unsuccessful grant applications: 1
year after rejection or withdrawal.
(17) Investment
Records Records document financial investments made by schools, districts, or
ESDs. Records may include but are not limited to time certificates of deposit, interest
income distribution, and tax anticipation notes. Information includes date purchased,
date received, date matured, accrued interest, total interest to date, and related
documentation. Minimum retention: 3 years after investment maturity.
(18) Lease
Records Records document the lease or rental of school, district, or ESD owned
property to other parties, and lease or rental of facilities from other parties.
Records may include but are not limited to include leases, rental agreements, amendments,
addenda, authorizations, and related correspondence and documentation. Leases are
typically for office space, equipment, machinery, real estate, or facilities. Minimum
retention: 6 years after expiration.
(19) Petty
Cash Fund Records Records document petty cash activity for a school (including
student body funds), district, or ESD. Records include but are not limited to requests
and authorizations to establish petty cash funds, ledgers, statements, requests
for disbursements, copies of receipts and invoices, and related documentation. Minimum
retention: 3 years.
(20) Purchasing
Records Records document the purchase of goods and services by a school, district,
or ESD, including purchases through a student body fund account. Records may include
but are not limited to purchase orders and requests; purchase authorizations; requisitions;
contract release orders; price agreements; material and cost specifications; copy,
print, service, and other types of work orders, receipt and delivery documentation,
and related correspondence and documentation. Minimum retention: (a) Retain records
documenting expenditure of federal funds: 5 years after final or annual expenditure
report accepted (b) Retain all other records: 3 years.
(21) Revenue
Records Records document application for and receipt of funds from local, state,
and federal revenue sources and disbursement to the school, district, or ESD. Records
include funds received directly from federal agencies or apportioned to the school,
district, or ESD through the Oregon Department of Education or other state agencies.
Records may include but are not limited to projection reports of forecasted revenue
earnings; revenue registers listing revenue earned; fund applications and awards;
performance and financial reports; supporting fiscal documentation; reimbursement
requests and claim records; and related correspondence. Local revenue sources may
include tax levies, tuition, local government units, adult continuing education
programs, summer school programs, schools transportation and food service programs,
community services programs, textbook and other rentals, and private contributions.
Intermediate revenue sources may include county school funds, ESD equalization and
special program funds, and state timber revenue funds. State revenue sources may
include basic school support funds, common school funds, state timber revenue funds,
and special education, driver education, vocational education, and special school
assistance funds. Federal revenue sources may include migrant education, Indian
education, and other funds. Minimum retention: (a) Retain records of revenue from
federal and state sources: 5 years after final or annual expenditure report accepted
(b) Retain all other records: 3 years.
(22) Signature
Authorization Records Records document that designated school, district, or
ESD employees are authorized to sign fiscal and contractual documents, including
those involving student body funds. Minimum retention: 6 years after authorization
superseded or expired.
(23) Student
Organization Financial Records Records document the budgeting, accounting, and
financial affairs of student organizations including student clubs, government,
and publications. Records may include but are not limited to bank statements, deposit
slips, cancelled checks/vouchers, receipts, and related documentation and correspondence.
Minimum retention: 3 years after school year in which records were created.
(24) Subsidiary
Ledgers, Journals, and Registers Records document details of fiscal transactions
by a school, district, or ESD such as those related to receipts and expenditures
on a daily, monthly, quarterly, or similar basis. Records include journals, ledgers,
registers, day books, transaction reports, trial balance reports, and other account
books or reports that provide documentation for the general ledger or financial
reports. Records may include details of revenues, expenditures, encumbrances, cash
receipts, warrants, and other financial records. Information often includes date,
payee, purpose, fund credited or debited, check number, and related data. SEE ALSO
General Ledgers in this section and Payroll Registers in the Payroll Records section.
Minimum retention: (a) Retain year end payroll register: 75 years (b) Retain trust
fund ledgers: 3 years after trust fund closed (c) Retain all other subsidiary ledgers,
journals, and registers: 3 years.
(25) Travel
Expense Records Records document requests, authorizations, travel advances and
reimbursement claims made by school, district, or ESD employees for travel and related
expenses. Records may include but are not limited to travel expense reports and
receipts, supporting documentation, and related correspondence. Minimum retention:
3 years.
(26) Unclaimed
Property Report Records Records document annual reports submitted to the Department
of State Lands of financial assets being held for a person or entity that cannot
be found. Series includes Holder Report, owner information, correspondence and other
related documents. Note: Unclaimed property is not real estate, abandoned personal
property, or lost and found items. Minimum Retention: 3 years after the property
is remitted to the Department of State Lands.
(27) Vendor
Records Records document vendors and suppliers providing goods and services
to the school, district, or ESD. Records may include but are not limited to lists
name and address of vendor or company; description of goods and services provided;
catalogs; promotional and advertising materials; product specification sheets; copies
of purchase orders and requisitions; packing slips; price quotations; and related
correspondence and documentation. Minimum retention: Until superseded or obsolete.
Stat. Auth.: ORS
192 & 357, Other Auth. Code of Federal Regulations Title 34

Stats. Implemented:
ORS 192 & 357

Hist.: OSA
6-1997, f. & cert. ef. 4-22-97; Renumbered from 166-408-0010, OSA 1-2006, f.
& cert. ef. 4-17-06; OSA 1-2010, f. & cert. ef. 5-27-10; OSA 3-2012, f.
& cert. ef. 10-29-12
166-400-0030
Information and Records Management Records
NOTE: Inclusion of a records series in this schedule does not require the series be created. If a record is created electronically, it can be retained in electronic format only if the retention period is 99 years or less.
(1) Computer System Maintenance Records Records document the maintenance of school, school district, or ESD computer systems and is used to ensure compliance with any warranties or service contracts; schedule regular maintenance and diagnose system or component problems; and document systems backups. Records may include but are not limited to computer equipment inventories, hardware performance reports, component maintenance records (invoices, warranties, maintenance logs, correspondence, maintenance reports, and related records), system backup reports and backup tape inventories, and related documentation. Minimum retention: (a) Retain records related to system or component repair or service: Life of the system or component (b) Retain records related to regular or essential records backups: 1 year after superseded or obsolete
(2) Computer System Program Documentation Records document the addition, modification, or removal of software from a school, school district, or ESD computer system. Records usually fall into six categories: 1) records that document operating systems; 2) records that document the in-house creation and modification of application programs; 3) records that document the structure and form of data sets; 4) records that document the use of commercial software packages; 5) records that document the structure of the system; and 6) records that document system-to-system communication. Records may include but are not limited to system overviews, operation logs, job listings, operator instruction manuals, system development logs, system specifications and changes (including narrative and flow chart descriptions), conversion notes, data set logs, data set inventories, data set record layouts, hard copies of tables, data dictionaries, data directories, programming logs, program specifications and changes, record layouts, user views, control program table documentation, program listings, commercial software manuals, and related correspondence and documentation. SEE ALSO Software Management Records in this section. Minimum retention: (a) Retain migration plans: until superseded or obsolete (b) Retain all other records: 1 year after system superseded or obsolete.
(3) Computer System Security Records Records documenting the security of the computer systems. Includes employee access requests, passwords, access authorizations, encryption keys, and related documentation. Minimum retention: 3 years after superseded
(4) Computer System Wiring Records Records documenting the wiring of the computer network system. Includes blueprints or drawings of building computer system wiring, cables, computer equipment connections, and related documentation. Minimum retention: Current plus previous version.
(5) Federal Communications Commission (FCC) License Records Records document the process of obtaining licenses for television, wireless, radio, and mobile communication frequencies from the Federal Communication Commission. Records may include but are not limited to applications, correspondence, legal opinions, license, excess capacity agreements, contract approval records, and related documentation. Minimum retention: 5 years after school year in which license expires.
(6) Filing System Records Records document the establishment, maintenance, alteration, or abolition of school, school district, or ESD filing systems. Records may include but are not limited to include master file lists, organizational charts, program descriptions, and correspondence. Minimum retention: 3 years after superseded or abolished.
(7) Forms Development Records Records document the development of new or revised forms used by a school, school district, or ESD. Records may include but are not limited to sample forms, drafts, revisions, form logs/listings, proposals, authorizations and illustrations. Minimum retention: Until superseded or obsolete.
(8) Information Service Subscription Records Records document school, district, or ESD subscriptions to information services. Records may include but are not limited to subscriptions, invoices, and correspondence. Minimum retention: 3 years.
(9) Information System Planning and Development Records Records document the planning and development of school, school district, or ESD information systems. Although these records typically document computerized information systems, they may also document manual filing systems and microfilm systems. The records are used to insure that planned systems will help the institution fulfill its missions, are cost-effective, conform to adopted information standards, and integrate with existing institution information systems. Records may vary according to the level of documentation required for each system, but may include information technology plans, feasibility studies, cost-benefit analyses, institution studies and surveys, system specifications and revisions, component proposals, technical literature, vendor literature and proposals, and correspondence. Minimum retention: (a) Retain implemented systems: Life of the system (b) Retain unimplemented systems: 3 years
(10) Microfilm and Image Quality Control Records Records document that microfilm and images produced by or for public schools, school districts, or ESDs conforms to the specifications required by Oregon Administrative Rules 166-25-005 to 166-25-030. Records may include but are not limited to microfilmed records lists, microfilm reel indexes, service bureau transmittals, film inspection reports, methylene blue certifications, camera/processor/duplicator inspection reports, equipment and operator logs, and correspondence. Minimum retention: Same as related microfilm or digital image.
(11) Public Records Disclosure Request Records Records document requests for disclosure of public records and provides a record of school, district, or ESD responses. Records may include but are not limited to requests for disclosure, types of records requested, request logs, notation of transfer to another district, approvals, denials, copies of petitions to the Attorney General for review of denials of disclosure, Attorney General Orders to grant or deny disclosure, correspondence, and related documentation. Minimum retention: (a) Retain approved requests: 5 years. (b) Retain denied requests: 2 years after last action
(12) Records Management Records Records document the authorized retention, scheduling, inventory, and disposition of school, district, or ESD public records. Records may include but are not limited to records retention schedules, inventory worksheets, schedule authorizations, procedure guidelines, transmittals, destruction authorizations, reports, and correspondence. Minimum retention: (a) Retain destruction records permanent (b) Retain all other records 5 years after superseded.
(13) Software Management Records Records document the use of software in school, district, or ESD information systems to insure that institution software packages are compatible, that license and copyright provisions are complied with, and that upgrades are obtained in a timely manner. Records may include but are not limited to software purchase records, software inventories, software licenses, site licenses, and correspondence. Minimum retention: 2 years after software disposed of or upgraded.
(14) Telecommunications System Management Records Records document the creation, modification, or disposition of school, district, or ESD telecommunications systems. Records may include but are not limited to equipment records, Federal Communications Commission records, repair order forms, system planning records, telecommunications maintenance contracts, telecommunications service orders, and correspondence. Minimum retention: (a) Retain repair and service order records: 4 years. (b) Retain all other records: 1 year after system superseded or obsolete
(15) User Support Records Records documenting troubleshooting and problem-solving assistance provided by information systems personnel to users of the systems (computer, telecommunications, etc. Records may include assistance requests, resolution records, and related documentation. Information may include name of requester, date, time, location, and description of problem and resolution. Minimum retention: 1 year
Stat. Auth.: ORS 192 & 357, Other Auth. Code of Federal Regulations Title 34

Stats. Implemented: ORS 192 & 357

Hist.: OSA 6-1997, f. & cert. ef. 4-22-97; Renumbered from 166-409-0010, OSA 1-2006, f. & cert. ef. 4-17-06
166-400-0035
Library and Media Records
NOTE: Inclusion of a records series in this schedule does not require the series be created. If a record is created electronically, it can be retained in electronic format only if the retention period is 99 years or less.
(1) Acquisition and Deaccession Records Records document the process of requesting, purchasing, and acquiring, as well as deaccessioning, books, periodicals, audio-visual, and other library materials. Records may include but are not limited to accession and deaccession registers; correspondence with publishers; questionnaires; request forms; bibliographic data; receipt notations; and related documentation. SEE ALSO Library Catalog Records in this section. Minimum retention: (a) Retain registers: Until superseded or obsolete (b) Retain all other records: 3 years after school year in which records were created.
(2) Audio-Visual Materials and Equipment Loan Records Records document the loan, rental, scheduling, and delivery of audio-visual or media material and equipment to school, district, or ESD faculty or staff. Records may include but are not limited to request forms; extension and cancellation records; borrower identification; title and material identification; shipping or delivery information; booking records; attendance and number of times media used or shown; usage statistics; accounting records concerning the cost of material; and related documentation. Minimum retention: (a) Retain extension and cancellation records: 1 month (b) Retain equipment inventories: 3 years after superseded or obsolete (c) Retain all other records: 3 years after school year in which records were created.
(3) Circulation Records Records document the borrowing of circulating library, audio-visual, media, and learning resource center materials by students and faculty. Records may include but are not limited to name of the borrower, title of material borrowed, due date, overdue status, overdue notices, and related documentation. Records may be exempt from public disclosure per ORS 192.502(21). Minimum retention: (a) Retain overdue records: Until material is returned or debts reconciled or deemed uncollectible (b) Retain all other records: 1 year after school year in which records were created.
(4) Copyright and Duplication Records Records document permission received from authors, publishers, producers, and distributors of video programs and other media and materials to allow the school, district, and ESD to duplicate the material without copyright infringement. Records may include but are not limited to agreements which state the terms and conditions, copyright releases, authorizing signatures, and related documentation and correspondence. Minimum retention: 6 years after agreement expires.
(5) Library and Media Inventory Records Records document approved lists of books, periodicals, audio-visual materials, and other library materials. Records may include but are not limited to annual inventories; and lists of books, periodicals, audio-visual materials, and other materials; and lists of books and materials on specific subjects. Lists document material approved for use in the school or district; materials that may be borrowed from centralized media and resource centers; and are used in the acquisition of materials. Records generally include titles, bibliographic descriptions, and identification numbers. Minimum retention: 3 years after superseded.
(6) Library Catalog Records Records document the maintenance, and retrieval of the holdings of the school library; professional library; teaching resource center; and audio-visual, media, or resource center of the school, district, and ESD. Records may include but are not limited to the card or electronic catalog which contains the bibliographic records of the holdings; holdings records which contain data on items in circulation; and related documentation. SEE ALSO Acquisition and Deaccession Records in this section. Minimum retention: Until superseded or disposal of material.
(7) Supplemental Materials Selection and Adoption Records Records document the process of evaluation, selection, and approval of supplemental educational materials for use by a school, district, or ESD and inclusion in the library, learning resource center, or media center. Records may also be used for budget, audit, and insurance purposes. Supplemental materials may include library books, periodicals, audio-visual materials, instructional computer software, and related materials. Records may include but are not limited to bibliographic data; summary of content; evaluations; evaluator records including applications, rosters, and expense records; records documenting citizen complaints about educational material; and related correspondence and documentation. Minimum retention: 7 years after school year in which records were created.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 192 & 357, Other Auth. Code of Federal Regulations Title 34

Stats. Implemented: ORS 192 & 357

Hist.: OSA 6-1997, f. & cert. ef. 4-22-97; Renumbered from 166-410-0010, OSA 1-2006, f. & cert. ef. 4-17-06
166-400-0040
School Administration Records
NOTE: Inclusion of a records series in this schedule does not require the series be created.
If a record is created electronically, it can be retained in electronic format only
if the retention period is 99 years or less.
(1) Communication
Logs Logs document communications made or received through a variety of electronic
devices, including but not limited to telephone, smart phone, facsimile (fax), radio,
computer-aided dispatch, pager, and teletype, AND are not otherwise specified in
this general records retention schedule (OAR 166 division 400). Logged information
may include time, date and disposition of communication, name of caller, number
called or received, and action taken. SEE ALSO Correspondence in the Administrative
Records section. Minimum retention: 1 year
(2) District
Boundary Records Records document the formation, consolidation, and reorganization
of school districts and their boundaries. Records may include but are not limited
to boundary board meeting minutes; boundary board hearing records; board decisions;
maps and plats; land records; boundary descriptions; and related documentation.
Minimum retention: Permanent.
(3) District
Clerk's Records Records document the administration of the school district and the
reporting of this general and financial information to the county school superintendent.
The district clerk's record books may contain but are not limited to reports of
annual school meetings, special school meetings, and district board meetings; financial
reports, receipts, and accounts; teacher contracts; annual census of school-aged
children; payroll information; summary of subjects taught; records of school boundaries;
and related documentation. The school register and record books may contain but
are not limited to records of visitors; records of students registration, attendance,
and deportment; general school statistics; teacher salary records; program and class
records; evaluations of student progress; data on parents and guardians; and related
documentation. These records are no longer being created. Minimum retention: Permanent.
(4) Interscholastic
Athletic Activity Program Records Records document student eligibility and participation
in interscholastic competitive sports and athletic activities, athletic event and
team publicity, and athletic events scheduling. Records may include but are not
limited to team standings; win/loss records; All-Star selections; team member information;
statistics; event and practice schedules; and related documentation and correspondence.
Minimum retention: 5 years after school year in which records were created.
(5) Key and
Keycard Records Records document the issuance of keys and keycards to staff to enable
access to buildings and sites. Records may include but are not limited to key inventories,
key issue forms, key replacement records, and key disposal records. Minimum retention:
(a) Retain access and entry logs 3 years (b) Retain other records 2 years after
key is turned in
(6) Mailing
Lists Records document the compilation of names and addresses of persons and organizations
by a school, district, or ESD for mailing purposes. Lists are used to facilitate
billing, outreach activities, and other functions of the school, district, or ESD.
Minimum retention: Until superseded or obsolete.
(7) Parking
Records Records document parking provided for the public or school, district, or
ESD staff or students. Records include parking permits and applications, special
permits, permit receipts, parking citations, appeal petitions, and related correspondence
and documentation. Minimum retention: (a) Retain citation records: 3 years after
resolved (b) Retain all other records: 3 years.
(8) Postal
Records Records document transactions with the U.S. Postal Service and private carriers.
Records may include but are not limited to postage meter records, receipts for express
deliveries, registered and certified mail; insured mail, special delivery receipts
and forms, loss reports, and related correspondence. Minimum retention: 3 years
after school year in which records were created.
(9) Press
Releases Records document school, district, or ESD information that is officially
released to the media for dissemination to the public. Records may include press
or news releases, public service announcements, and related documentation. Minimum
retention: (a) Policy and Historic press/news releases: Permanent (b) Routine news/press
releases: 2 years
(10) Publications Records document publications produced by a school, district, or ESD for educational
or informational purposes, or to communicate information about programs, policies,
services, and events. Records include publications produced by individual school
staff, offices, and students. Types of publications may include but are not limited
to catalogs, books, magazines, newsletters, rosters, directories, brochures, pamphlets,
media guides, guidebooks, proceedings, programs, schedules, yearbooks, manuals,
newspapers, calendars, and flyers. Records may include but are not limited to working
papers, mock-ups, drafts, photographs, final publications, and publications on the
school, district, or ESD's Internet home page. SEE ALSO Press Releases in this section.
Minimum retention: (a) Retain significant publications, official copy: Permanent
(b) Retain preparation records: Until published (c) Retain all other publications
and records: 2 years
(11) Scheduling
Records Records document the scheduling and reservations related to in-house participation
in and use of various school, district, or ESD activities, events, classes, facilities,
and meeting rooms. Records may include but are not limited to schedules, logs, lists,
classroom assignments, requests, and related correspondence and documentation. Minimum
retention: 2 years after school year in which records were created
(12) Security
Records Records document security provided for school, district, or ESD building
and grounds. Security may be provided by an on-site public safety office and public
safety officers. Records may include but are not limited to security logs, sign-in
sheets, visitor logs, security activity reports, incident reports, statistical information,
and related correspondence and documentation. SEE ALSO Key Issuance Records in this
section. Minimum retention: 3 years after school year in which records were created
(13) Student
Handbooks Records document school rules and regulations and student rights and responsibilities.
Information may include but is not limited to general school information, academic
requirements, dress codes, rules of student conduct, freedoms, and student grievance
procedures. Minimum retention: (a) Retain official copy: Permanent (b) Retain all
other copies: Until superseded or obsolete.
(14) Visitor
Logs Records document visitors to agency buildings. Records name include visitors'
names, visitor badges issued, and entrance and exit times. Minimum retention: 1
year
Stat. Auth.: ORS
192 & 357, Other Auth. Code of Federal Regulations Title 34

Stats. Implemented:
ORS 192 & 357

Hist.: OSA
6-1997, f. & cert. ef. 4-22-97; Renumbered from 166-405-0010, OSA 1-2006, f.
& cert. ef. 4-17-06; OSA 2-2006, f. & cert. ef. 7-26-06; OSA 3-2012, f.
& cert. ef. 10-29-12
166-400-0045
Payroll Records
NOTE: Inclusion of a records series in this schedule does not require the series be created. If a record is created electronically, it can be retained in electronic format only if the retention period is 99 years or less.
(1) Deduction Authorization Records Records documenting employee application and authorization for voluntary payroll deductions, direct bank deposits, and related actions. Payroll deductions are directly deposited or remitted to the authorized financial institution, insurance company, or other agency or vendor. Records may include insurance applications, enrollment cards, deduction authorizations, approval notices, deduction terminations, and related records. Minimum retention: 3 years after superseded, terminated, or employee separates.
(2) Deduction Registers Registers or records serving the same function of documenting voluntary and/or required deductions from the gross pay of agency employees. Types of deductions include federal income and social security taxes, state tax, workers' compensation, union dues, insurance, deferred compensation, credit union, parking permit, prewritten checks, garnishments, levies, charitable contributions, and others. Information may include employee name and number, pay period, social security number, total deductions, net pay, check number, and related data. Minimum retention: (a) Retain registers documenting state and federal taxes: 5 years (b) Retain all other registers: 3 years.
(3) Employee Payroll Records Records document school, district, or ESD individual employee pay history. Records include but are not limited to source documents authorizing payroll deductions and withholding such as retirement enrollment forms, insurance applications, and beneficiary designations, leave authorization records, pay related personnel action documents, garnishment orders, child support claim records, electronic deposit authorizations, work out of class and overtime authorizations, deduction reports, and correspondence. SEE ALSO Employee Personnel Records in the Personnel Records section. Minimum retention: (a) Retain PERS enrollment forms, official copy: 75 years after date of hire (b) Retain all other records: 3 years after employee separation.
(4) Employee Time and Attendance Records Records document school, district, or ESD employee attendance and time worked. Records may include but are not limited to time cards or sheets; monthly summary reports of employee attendance; forms used to record attendance, sick, vacation, overtime, and compensatory time; leave requests and approval forms; leave records; absence, sick, and vacation leave summary reports; overtime authorization or certification; staff attendance logs; substitute teacher logs; and related documentation and correspondence. Minimum retention: 4 years.
(5) Federal and State Tax Records Records, in addition to those itemized in this section, used to report the collection, distribution, deposit, and transmittal of federal and state income taxes as well as social security tax. Examples include the federal miscellaneous income statement (1099), request for taxpayer identification number and certificate (W-9), employer's quarterly federal tax return (941, 941E), tax deposit coupon (8109), and similar federal and state completed forms. Minimum retention: (a) Retain for the retention of records documenting expenditure of grant funds: see Grant Records in the Financial section (b) Retain all other records: 4 years.
(6) Garnishment Records Records documenting requests and court orders to withhold wages from employee earnings for garnishments, tax levies, support payments, and other reasons. Usually includes original writs of garnishment, orders to withhold for the Oregon Department of Human Resources, federal or state tax levies, recapitulations of amounts withheld, and related records. Information usually includes employee name and number, name of agency ordering garnishment, amount, name of party to whom payment is submitted, dates, and related data. Minimum retention: 3 years after resolution.
(7) Leave Applications Applications or requests submitted by employees for sick, vacation, compensatory, personal business, family and medical leave, long term leave, and other leave time. Information usually includes employee name, department, date, leave dates requested, type of leave requested, and related data. SEE ALSO Employee Time Records in this section. Minimum retention: 3 years.
(8) Leave Balance Reports Reports documenting individual employee accrual and use of sick, vacation, compensatory, personal business, family and medical leave, and other leave time. Information usually includes employee name and number, social security number, leave beginning balance, leave time accrued, leave time used, ending balance, and related data. SEE ALSO Employee Benefits Records in the Personnel section. Minimum retention: (a) Retain year-end leave balance reports: 75 years after date of hire (b) Retain all other reports: 4 years.
(9) Payroll Administrative Reports Records document school, district, or ESD payroll statistics, payroll budget preparation, projections, workload and personnel management, and payroll research. Records may include but are not limited to recapitulation reports organizing wages, deductions, and other data into categories such as quarter-to-date, year-to-date, fiscal year-to-date, department, division, section, employee/employer contributions, and others. Minimum retention: 3 years.
(10) Payroll Registers Records document the earnings, voluntary and required deductions, and withholdings of school, district, and ESD employees. Records include but are not limited to monthly listings of all paid employees with details of their earnings and deductions. Minimum retention: (a) Retain year-end payroll register: 75 years (b) Retain leave accrual and monthly payroll registers: 10 years (c) Retain all other registers: 3 years
(11) Unemployment Compensation Claim Records Records document claims submitted by former school, district, or ESD employees for unemployment compensation. Records include but are not limited to claims, notices, reports, claim determination appeal records, and related documentation and correspondence. Minimum retention: 3 years
(12) Unemployment Reports Records document school, district, or ESD employee earnings on a quarterly basis. Records are used to determine the costs and charges in the event of an unemployment compensation claim. Information in the records includes employee name, social security number, quarterly earnings, days worked, totals, and other data. Minimum retention: 3 years
(13) Wage and Tax Statements Annual statements documenting individual employee earnings and withholdings for state and federal income taxes and social security tax. Also known as federal tax form W-2. Information includes agency name and tax identification number, employee name and social security number, wages paid, amounts withheld, and related data. Minimum retention: 5 years
(14) Withholding Allowance Certificates Certificates documenting the exemption status of individual agency employees. Also described as W-4 forms. Information includes employee name and address, social security number, designation of exemption status, and signature. Minimum retention: 5 years after superseded or employee separates
Stat. Auth.: ORS 192 & 357, Other Auth. Code of Federal Regulations Title 34

Stats. Implemented: ORS 192 & 357

Hist.: OSA 6-1997, f. & cert. ef. 4-22-97; Renumbered from 166-411-0010, OSA 1-2006, f. & cert. ef. 4-17-06
166-400-0050
Personnel Records
NOTE: Inclusion of a records series in this schedule does not require the series be created. If a record is created electronically, it can be retained in electronic format only if the retention period is 99 years or less
(1) Affirmative Action Records Records document school, district, and ESD compliance with the statutes and regulations of the U.S. Equal Opportunity Commission dealing with affirmative action. Records may include but are not limited to plans, updates, policy statements, reports, and supporting information. SEE ALSO Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Compliance Records in this section. Minimum retention: (a) Retain plans, updates, and policy statements: Permanent (b) Retain all other records: 3 years.
(2) Benefits Continuation Records Records document notifications to employees or dependents informing them of their rights to continue insurance coverage after termination of during disability or family leave. Continuation may be under COBRA or another provision. Notice is also sent to a third party administrator who administers the extended coverage. The records typically consist of notices sent and correspondence. Records may be filed with the Employee Benefits Records or Employee Personnel Records. SEE ALSO Employee Payroll Records in the Payroll section. Minimum retention: 3 years after employee separation of eligibility expired
(3) Collective Bargaining Records Records document the negotiations and contractual agreements between a school, district, or ESD and an employee bargaining unit. Records may include but are not limited to union contracts and amendments; tentative agreements; arbitrator's recommendations; negotiation work notes; strike contingency plans; management counter proposals; negotiation updates; newspaper clippings; press releases; research background material; employee classification printouts; minutes, sound recordings, and exhibits; published manuals; and related correspondence and documentation. Minimum retention: (a) Retain contracts: 75 years after contract expires (b) Retain all other records: 6 years after contract expires
(4) Comparable Worth Study Records Records documenting the analysis, study, and resolution of pay equity, alleged job discrimination, and related issues involving the agency and its employees. May include job content questionnaire summaries, position allocation reports, personnel reclassification studies, job category listings, study outlines, graphs, tables, and significant related records. Minimum retention: (a) Retain final study or report: Permanent (b) Retain all other records: 5 years
(5) Compensation Plan Records Records document the development, operation, and maintenance of the school, district, or ESD's personnel compensation plans. Records include compensation plans; salary surveys; merit matrixes; pay range tables; and related correspondence and documentation. Minimum retention: (a) Retain compensation plans: 20 years (b) Retain pay range tables, merit matrixes: Until superseded (c) Retain all other records: 3 years.
(6) Criminal Background Check Records Records document the pre-employment or periodic criminal record check made on prospective or current staff, faculty, and volunteers by schools, districts, or ESDs. Records include but are not limited to a Fingerprint-Based Criminal History Verification form documenting the result of a criminal history background check coordinated by the Oregon Department of Education through the FBI and Oregon Law Enforcement Data System (LEDS). The form includes name and other personal identifying information, indication of existence or absence of criminal record, and related documentation. Records may be retained as part of the Employee Personnel Record. SEE ALSO Employee Personnel Records and Recruitment and Selection Records in this section. Minimum retention: (a) Retain background check logs until superseded or obsolete (b) Retain fingerprint cards until return of card or recipt of investigation findings (c) Retain all other records 90 days, destroy.
(7) Disciplinary Action Records Records documenting termination, suspension, progressive disciplinary measures, and other actions against employees. May include statements, investigative records, interview and hearing records, findings, and related records. May be filed with Employee Personnel Records. Minimum retention: (a) Retain investigations resulting in termination: 10 years after employee separation (b) Retain investigations resulting in disciplinary action or exoneration: 3 years after resolution (c) Retain unfounded investigations: 3 years.
(8) Drug Testing Records Records document the testing of current and prospective employees for controlled substances prohibited by policy, procedure, or statute. Records may include but are not limited to the documentation of test results, the collection process, the random sample process, and those documenting the decision to administer reasonable suspicion drug testing. Minimum retention: (a) Retain positive test results: 5 years (b) Retain negative test results: 1 year.
(9) Employee Benefits Records Records document school, district, or ESD individual employee benefit information such as selection of insurance plans, retirement, pension, and disability plans, deferred compensation plans, and other benefit program information. Records may include but are not limited to plan selection and application forms, enrollment records, contribution and deduction summaries, personal data records, authorizations, beneficiary information, and related documentation. Records may be filed with the individual Employee Personnel Record. SEE ALSO Employee Payroll Records in the Payroll Records section. Minimum retention: (a) Retain PERS enrollment records, official copy: 75 years after date of hire (b) Retain all other records: 3 years after employee separation or eligibility expired.
(10) Employee Medical Records Records document school, district, or ESD individual employee work related medical history. These records are not personnel records and must be kept physically separate from employee personnel records in a separate location, as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. Records may include but are not limited to medical examination records (pre-employment, pre-assignment, periodic, or episodic), X-rays, records of significant health or disability limitations related to job assignments, documentation of work related injuries or illnesses, hearing test records, hazard exposure records, drug testing records, first-aid incident records, physician statements, release consent forms, and related correspondence. SEE ALSO Hazard Exposure Records in this section. Minimum retention: (a) Retain hazard exposure records: 30 years after separation (b) Retain all other records: 6 years after separation.
(11) Employee Personnel Records Records document school, district, and ESD individual employee work history. Records may include but are not limited to applications; notices of appointment; training and licensure (certification) records; records of health limitations; in service training records; salary schedules; tuition reimbursement records; personnel actions; performance evaluations; teacher evaluation reports; letters of commendation and recommendation; letters of reprimand; notices of disciplinary action; notices of layoff; letters of resignation; home address and telephone disclosures; emergency notification forms; oaths of office; grievance and complaint records; pension, retirement, disability, and leave records; and related correspondence and documentation. SEE ALSO Criminal History Check Records, Recruitment and Selection Records, Employee Medical Records, and Employee Benefits Records in this section. Minimum retention: (a) Retain employment applications (most recent and first successful), teacher licensure (certification) records, personnel actions, oaths of office, home address/telephone disclosures, emergency notification form (most recent): 75 years after date of hire (b) Retain grievance, complaint, and disciplinary records: 3 years (c) Retain all other records: 3 years after separation.
(12) Employment Eligibility Verification Forms (I-9) Records document the filing of U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service Form I-9 form which verifies that an applicant or employee is eligible to work in the United States. Information includes employee information and verification data such as citizenship or alien status and signature, and employer review and verification data such as documents which establish identity and eligibility, and employer's signature certifying that documents have been checked. Minimum retention: 3 years or 1 year after employee separation, whichever is longer (8 CFR 274a-2).
(13) Employee Recognition Records Recognition of employees for special service to the agency. May include service awards, recognition certificates, commendations, award nominations, lists of past recipients, and presentation or ceremony records and photographs. Some records in this series may have historic value. For appraisal assistance contact the Oregon State Archives. SEE ALSO Employee Suggestion Award Records in this section. Minimum retention: 6 years.
(14) Employee Suggestion Award Records Records documenting an employee suggestion program where employees may submit suggestions that improve effectiveness, efficiency, and economy in agency operations. Employees may receive awards for adopted suggestions. Records may include suggestion forms and evaluations, award information, and related documentation. SEE ALSO Employee Recognition Records in this section. Minimum retention: (a) Retain adopted suggestions: 2 years (b) Retain suggestions not adopted: 1 year.
(15) Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Compliance Records Records document school, district, or ESD compliance with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission regulations. Records may include but are not limited to reports; anti-discrimination committee meeting records and reports; workplace analyses; discrimination complaint policies and procedures; complaints; reports; exhibits; withdrawal notices; copies of decisions; hearings and meeting records; report listing number of employees by gender, race, and job classification; and related correspondence and documentation. SEE ALSO Affirmative Action Records in this section. Minimum retention: (a) Retain plans, updates, and policy statements: Permanent (b) Retain complaint records and documentation: 3 years after final decision issued (c) Retain all other records: 3 years.
(16) Grievance Records Records document grievances brought by or against employees of schools, districts, or ESDs. Records may include but are not limited to notice of grievance; informal discussion notes; format hearing notes (including audio tapes): final summary statements or reports; private arbitrator or Employment Relations Board rulings; correspondence; and supporting documentation. Minimum retention: 3 years.
(17) Hazard Exposure Records Records document a school, district, or ESD employee's exposure to hazardous conditions such as chemicals, toxic substances, blood-borne pathogens, biological agents, bacteria, virus, fungus, radiation, noise, dust, heat, cold, vibration, repetitive motion, or other dangerous work related conditions. These records are not personnel records and should be maintained in an Employee Medical File. Records may include but are not limited to hearing test records, radiation measurement records, blood test or other laboratory results, incident reports, first-aid records, X-rays, work station air sampling reports, and correspondence. SEE ALSO Employee Medical Records in this section. Minimum retention: 30 years after separation (per 29 CFR 1910.20).
(18) Layoff, Dismissal, and Non-Renewal Records Records document the procedures and computations used in laying off, dismissing, or non-renewal of contracts of school, district, and ESD employees. Records may include but are not limited to service credit computations, service credit lists, layoff ranking lists, layoff notice letters, employee layoff election forms, documentation in support of action taken, and related correspondence. Minimum retention: 3 years after final disposition.
(19) Personnel Research Records Records document the study and analysis of personnel issues such as comparative salary, pay equity, collective bargaining, fringe benefits, manning standards, minimum qualifications, recruitment, training, job discrimination, and related issued involving the school, district, or ESD and its employees. Records may include but are not limited to questionnaires, data, summary reports, studies, surveys, and related documentation. Minimum retention: (a) Retain final study or report: Permanent (b) Retain all other records: 5 years
(20) Photo Identification Records Photographs and other records used to identify agency employees, private security personnel, contract workers, and others. May include photographs taken for agency identification cards, driver's license photographs, and information such as name, date of birth, physical description, identification number, driver's license number, and other data. Minimum retention: Until superseded or obsolete
(21) Position Description and Classification Records Records document job descriptions and the studies and evaluations of school, district, or ESD positions to determine if reclassification is appropriate. Records may include but are not limited to current and new job descriptions, organizational charts, classification specifications, desk audits, classification review reports, and related correspondence and documentation. Minimum retention: 3 years after superseded or obsolete
(22) Recruitment and Selection Records Records document the recruitment and selection of agency employees. Records may also document the recruitment and selection of contracted service providers such as attorneys, auditors, insurance agents, labor consultants, and others. Records may include but are not limited to job announcements and descriptions, applicant lists, applications and resumes, position advertisement records, civil service and other examination records, classification specifications, affirmative action records, interview questions, interview and application scoring notes, applicant background investigation information, letters of reference, civil service records, position authorization forms, certification of eligibles, recruitment summary records (job announcement, position description, documentation relating to the announcement and test, and test items and rating levels), and related correspondence and documentation. SEE ALSO Employee Personnel Records and Employment Eligibility Verification Forms (I-9) in this section. Minimum retention: (a) Retain announcement records, position description, and records documenting creation of test and rating scale 10 years (b) Retain unsolicited applications and resumes 3 months if not returned to solicitor (c) Retain unsuccessful applications and other records 3 years after position filled or recruitment cancelled
(23) Teacher Registration and Licensure (Certification) Records Records document the registration and licensure (certification) of school teachers, including substitute teachers. Records may include but are not limited to licensure (certification) records which list teacher name, type of license (certificate), date of licensure (certification), salary, days taught; Oregon Department of Education licensure (certification) reports which list type of license (certificate), teacher, and district; and related documentation. Early records may include county superintendent administered examination results, copies of examinations, and teacher salary information. SEE ALSO Employee Personnel Records in this section. Minimum retention: (a) Retain licensed (Certificated) Personnel Reports: 2 years after school year in which records were created (b) Retain substitute teachers records: 1 year after school year in which records were created (c) Retain all other records: 75 years after date of hire
(24) Training Program Records Records document the design, implementation, and administration of training programs and opportunities provided to school, district, and ESD employees, including in service training for faculty. Records may include but are not limited to class, workshop, or conference descriptions; instructor certifications; planning documentation; instructional materials; course outlines; class enrollment and attendance records; training certification forms; and related correspondence and documentation. Minimum retention: 3 years after school year in which records were created.
(25) Volunteer Program Records Records document the activities and administration of volunteer programs in the school, district, or ESD. Records may include but are not limited to volunteer hour statistics; volunteer program publicity records; insurance requirement records; volunteer training and orientation records; inactive volunteer files; and related correspondence and documentation. Minimum retention: (a) Retain volunteer worker records: 3 years after separation (b) Retain all other records: 5 years
(26) Wellness Program Records Records document the development, operation, and activities of a school, district, or ESD wellness program. Records may include but are not limited to program statements, health and safety surveys, committee minutes, newsletters, and related correspondence and documentation. Minimum retention: 3 years after school year in which records were created.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 192 & 357, Other Auth. Code of Federal Regulations Title 34

Stats. Implemented: ORS 192 & 357

Hist.: OSA 6-1997, f. & cert. ef. 4-22-97; Renumbered from 166-412-0010, OSA 1-2006, f. & cert. ef. 4-17-06
166-400-0055
Safety and Risk Management Records
NOTE: Inclusion of a records series in this schedule does not require the series be created. If a record is created electronically, it can be retained in electronic format only if the retention period is 99 years or less.
(1) Accident and Injury Reports Records document accidents, including workers' compensation accidents, and injuries to students, faculty, staff, and visitors on school, district, or ESD property, or during school related activities. Records include accident and injury reports; State Accident Insurance Fund (SAIF) accident reports; occupational injury investigations and reports; employee identification and physical assessment records; vehicle accident reports; and related correspondence and documentation. SEE ALSO Legal Case Files and Records in the Administrative Records section, and Insurance Claim Records, State Accident Insurance Fund (SAIF) Claim Records, Tort Liability Claim Records, and Workers' Compensation Claim Records in this section. Minimum retention: (a) Retain employee hazard exposure records: 30 years after employee separation (or as specified by 29 CFR 1910.20) (b) Retain other records, if no claim filed: 3 years (c) Retain other records, if claim filed: Transfer to claim record
(2) Contractor Liability Insurance Verification Records Letters or certificates of coverage provided by insurance companies declaring that specific contractors are covered by appropriate liability insurance. Information usually includes insurance company name and address, issue date, expiration date, amount of coverage, type of coverage, special provisions, signature of insurance company representative, and related data. Minimum retention: (a) Retain if related to county or special district improvement project: 10 years after substantial completion, (as defined by ORS 12.135(3) (b) Retain all other records: 6 years after expiration)
(3) Contractor Performance Bond Records Records documenting the posting of performance guarantees or surety bonds by contractors performing work for the agency. May include letters, certificates, copies of bonds, and similar records. Information usually includes name of individual or company covered, amount of coverage, effective and expires dates, name of bonding agent, authorized signatures, and related data. Minimum retention: (a) Retain if related to county or special district improvement project: 10 years after substantial completion, (as defined by ORS 12.135(3) (b) Retain all other bond records: 6 years after expiration
(4) Disaster Preparedness Plan Records Records document school, district, or ESD plans and procedures to take in case of a major disaster which has destroyed or compromised the operations of a school, district, or ESD. Components of the recovery plan include but are not limited to physical plant repair and restoration; equipment restoration; electronic data restoration including steps to reload data, recover data, and reconnect networks; reestablish telephone connections; essential records protection; and related procedures and needs dealing with risk management, public relations, and financial issues. Minimum retention: Until superseded or obsolete
(5) Emergency Response and Safety Plans and Procedures Records document a school, district, or ESD's plans to promote a safe work environment for employees; procedures to follow in the event of emergency; and student safety instruction records. Records may include but are not limited to step-by-step procedures; safety plans; fire drill reports; records instructing students about safety on school buses; and related documentation. Fire drill reports are submitted annually to the local fire bureau. Minimum retention: (a) Retain fire drill reports: 1 year after school year in which records were created (b) Retain all other records: 1 year after superseded or obsolete
(6) Hazard Communications Program Records Records documenting participation in the Hazard Communications Program as required by the Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OR-OSHA). These records may be useful as documentation for exposure and other claims because they include chemical content, safe handling instructions, and other facts about a product at a given time in the past. Usually includes plans, reports, and material safety data sheets (MSDS). Information included in the material safety data sheets includes product name, manufacturer's address and phone number, hazardous ingredients contained, ingredient description, carcinogenicity, quantity of ingredients, fire and explosion data, health hazard data, radioactivity data, spill and leak pressures, safe handling and use information, special use precautions and related data. Minimum retention: 75 years after superseded or obsolete
(7) Hazardous Substance Employer Survey Records Series documents the locations, quantities, and individuals responsible for specific hazardous chemicals housed by an agency. This record is sent to the State Fire Marshal. Records include hazardous chemical compositions, lot numbers, and emergency disposition instructions. Minimum retention: Until superseded or obsolete
(8) Insurance Claim Records Records document school, district, or ESD requests for payment of insurance claims involving personal injury, property damage, motor vehicle accidents, and others. Records may include but are not limited to auto, liability, and property claim reports; estimates of repairs; accident reports; police reports; photographs; summaries; reviews; audio and video recordings and transcriptions; and related correspondence and documentation. SEE ALSO Legal Case Files and Records in the Administrative Records section, and State Accident Insurance Fund (SAIF) Claim Records, Tort Liability Claim Records, and Workers' Compensation Claim Records in this section. Minimum retention: 5 years after final disposition of claim.
(9) Insurance Policy Records Records document the terms and conditions of insurance policies between the school, district, or ESD and the insurers. Types of insurance include liability, property, group employee health and life, motor vehicle, workers' compensation, flood, and others. Records may include but are not limited to policies, endorsements, rate change notices, and related documentation. SEE ALSO Risk Factor Evaluation Records in this section. Minimum retention: (a) Retain property, liability, and employee group insurance: 75 years after expiration if no claims pending (b) Retain all other insurance: 6 years after expiration if no claims pending
(10) Liability Claims Records Records documenting various types of liability claims filed against the agency. These include personal injury, property damage, motor vehicle accident, false arrest, and others. Records often include reports, photographs, summaries, reviews, notices, audio and videotapes, transcriptions of recorded statements, memoranda, correspondence, and related documents. Minimum retention: (a) Retain if action taken: 10 years after case closed, dismissed, or date of last action (b) Retain if no action taken: 3 years
(11) Liability Waivers Records document the release of the school, district, or ESD from liability related to various activities that include student, volunteer, or citizen involvement. Records may include but are not limited to release forms with terms, date, signatures, and related information. Minimum retention: 3 years after school year in which records were created
(12) Master Material Safety Data Records Series documents all hazardous chemicals used and held by an agency. Records include hazardous materials safety sheets, safety instructions, and emergency instructions. Minimum retention: Until superseded or obsolete
(13) Occupational Injury and Illness Records Series is used to provide the Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OR-OSHA) with workers' compensation claim information about agency employees. Records may include logs and summaries, serious injury reports, injury cost reports, and annual occupational injuries and illnesses surveys. Minimum retention: 6 years
(14) Risk Factor Evaluation Records The series is used to assess various risk factors for an agency and determine appropriate insurance needs. Records may include studies, worksheets, yearly risk reports, restoration fund inventory reports, policy manuals, property transfer reports, self insurance manuals, real property reports, money and negotiable securities reports, a general risk survey and correspondence. Minimum retention: 4 years
(15) Property Damage Records Reports, photographs, and other records documenting damage to agency property such as signs, trees, picnic tables, buildings, fountains, and fences. Information often includes type and location of property damaged, description of damage, date and time of damage (if known), name and address of individual who caused damage (if known), value of damage, billing costs, and related data. Minimum retention: (a) Retain if litigated: see Civil Case Files in the Counsel or District Attorney section for retention (b) Retain if not litigated: 3 years after date of last action
(16) Safety Committee Records Records document the actions of workplace safety committees which oversee or advise on school, district, or ESD safety issues. Records may include but are not limited to minutes, agendas, exhibits, reports, resolutions, sound recordings, indexes, and related correspondence and documentation. Minimum retention: 3 years
(17) Safety Inspection and Compliance Records Records document fire and safety inspections of school, district, or ESD equipment and facilities and documents compliance with state and local safety regulations. Types of inspections may include fire and fire alarm inspections; equipment safety inspections; building inspections; elevator and boiler inspections; and related inspections. Records may include but are not limited to safety inspection reports; schedules of inspections; follow-up actions; and related correspondence and documentation. Minimum retention: 10 years.
(18) Accident Insurance Fund Claim Records Records document job-related injury and illness compensation claims made by school, district, and ESD employees to the Accident Insurance Fund and the resulting claim disposition. Records may include but are not limited to injury reports (Workers Compensation Division Form 801), notices of claim acceptance or denial, determination orders, medical reports, notices of closure, employer's payroll reports, Workers Compensation Board hearing transcripts, board orders, claim disposition agreement documents, agency investigation reports, appeal letters, vocational rehabilitation records, legal documents, and correspondence. Does not include workers' compensation program records. Minimum retention: (a) Retain injury reports: 1 year (b) Retain all other records: 6 years after settlement of claim.
(19) Tort Liability Claim Records Records document tort liability claims against the school, district, or ESD. Records may include but are not limited to accident and injury reports; liability claim summaries; invoices; correspondence; photographs; investigation reports; legal documents; statistical summary reports; reviews; notices; audio/videotapes; statements; and related documentation. SEE ALSO Legal Case Files and Records in the Administrative Records section, and Insurance Claim Records and State Accident Insurance Fund (SAIF) Claim Records in this section. Minimum retention: (a) Retain statistical reports: 5 years (b) Retain other records, if action taken: 10 years after final disposition of claim (c) Retain other records, if no action taken: 3 years
(20) Vehicle Accident Records Records documenting accidents involving agency vehicles. May include dispatch reports with information such as name and address of parties involved, date and time, complaint, description of damage, and other data. Records may also contain motor vehicle accident reports which include the driver's name, address, phone number, date of birth, and driver's license number, as well as passenger and witness names, description of events, make and model of vehicle(s), vehicle identification number, and related data. Photographs and correspondence also may be part of these records. Minimum retention: (a) Retain if litigated: SEE ALSO Civil Case Files in Legal Counsel section (b) Retain if not litigated: 3 years
(21) Workers' Compensation Claim Records Records documenting the processing of individual employee claims of job related injuries or illnesses, but not those describing actual medical conditions. Includes records satisfying the procedural requirements of the State Workers' Compensation Division and the State Workers' Compensation Board, as well as those of (depending on agency arrangements) the State Accident Insurance Fund (SAIF), private insurance providers, or self-insurance. Records may include claim disposition notices, claim reporting and status forms; injury reports; determination orders; insurance premium data; hearing requests; safety citations; inspection reports; medical status updates and reports; investigation reports; reimbursement and payment records; and related correspondence and documentation. SEE ALSO Employee Medical Records in the Personnel section for records describing the job related injury or illness and the related subsequent medical condition of the employee. These often include workers' compensation accident reports, medical reports, vocational rehabilitation evaluations, disability determinations and related records. Minimum retention: (a) Retain records describing injuries and illnesses: SEE Employee Medical Records in the Personnel Records section (b) Retain all other records: 6 years after claim closed or final action
(22) Workers' Compensation Reports Records document the activities of the worker's compensation program. Records include a variety of reports including but not limited to claims summary reports; status reports; Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) logs and summaries; financial reports; and related documentation. Minimum retention: (a) Retain OSHA logs and summaries, official copy: 5 years after end of year to which they relate (b) Retain all other records: 3 years
Stat. Auth.: ORS 192 & 357, Other Auth. Code of Federal Regulations Title 34

Stats. Implemented: ORS 192 & 357

Hist.: OSA 6-1997, f. & cert. ef. 4-22-97; Renumbered from 166-413-0010, OSA 1-2006, f. & cert. ef. 4-17-06
166-400-0060
Student Education Records
NOTE: Inclusion of a records series in this schedule does not require the series be created. If a record is created electronically, it can be retained in electronic format only if the retention period is 99 years or less.
(1) Alternative School Referral Records Records document referrals sent to alternative schools seeking placement of students whose public school attendance and/or disciplinary record has been unsatisfactory. Referral form indicates acceptance or non-acceptance of student in private alternative program; funding source; signatures of referring school principal and alternative program director; student name, age, date of birth, student number; and parent’s name and address. Minimum retention: 3 years after school year in which records were created.
(2) Student Athletic Activity Records Records document student eligibility and participation in interscholastic competitive sports and athletic activities, athletic event and team publicity, and athletic events scheduling. Records may include but are not limited to parental consent forms; Oregon School Activities Association eligibility forms and reports; and related documentation and correspondence. Minimum retention: 5 years after school year in which records were created.
(3) Attendance Records Records document the attendance of students in school. Records may include but are not limited to teacher or school attendance register; classroom daily attendance sheet; weekly attendance and truancy records; excused and unexcused absence records; tardiness records; notes from parents/guardians; and related documentation. The attendance recorded on the Oregon Student Record is a summary of this information. SEE ALSO Oregon Student Record in this section. Minimum retention: 3 years after school year in which records were created.
(4) Behavioral Records, Major (Class/Group A) Records document major student behavioral infractions which result in the identification of students for suspensions or expulsions. Records may include but are not limited to psychological tests; personality tests; group or individual intelligence tests; individual education programs; physician statements; state or local government agency reports; and related correspondence and documentation. Minimum retention: Until student turns 21.
(5) Behavioral Records, Minor (Class/Group B) Records document minor student behavioral infractions which do not result in the identification of a student for suspension, expulsion, or special education services. Records may include but are not limited to minor behavioral referrals; records of conversations; parent notes regarding student behavior; written behavioral agreements; detention records; bus citations; functional behavior assessments; and related correspondence and documentation. Minimum retention: Until end of school year.
(6) Child Abuse Reports Records document suspected child abuse reported by school staff or faculty. Records may include but are not limited to notes and observations of the child, record of contact with the State Office for Services to Children and Families or law enforcement agency, and related documentation. Minimum retention: 3 years after school year in which records were created.
(7) Child Care Facility Residency Records Records document students who live or have lived in childcare facilities, which are licensed to provide care for five or more children. Records may include but are not limited to reports filed semi-annually with the Oregon Department of Education. Minimum retention: 3 years after school year in which records were created.
(8) Certificate of Advanced Mastery (CAM) Records Records document student progress to fulfilling the State requirements for awarding of a CAM certification. Records may include but are not limited to planning records, test results, work samples, and the CAM award. Minimum retention: Until student reaches age 21 or graduates, whichever is longer.
(9) Certificate of Initial Mastery (CIM) Records Records document student progress to fulfilling the State requirements for awarding of a CIM certification. Records may include but are not limited to planning records, test results, and the CIM award. Minimum retention: Until student reaches age 21 or graduates, whichever is longer.
(10) Compensatory Education Programs Student Records Records document the placement and participation of students in compensatory educational programs, which provide a variety of supplemental education services to children. Programs may or may not be all or partially funded from federal sources. Compensatory programs may include but are not limited to Children Living in Poverty, Migratory Children, Neglected and Delinquent Children, Bilingual Education, Native Children, Parent Involvement, and Civil Rights. Records may include but are not limited to background information, grade placement, instructional and cumulative service, student profile forms, placement evaluation forms, withdrawal records and related correspondence and documentation. Minimum retention: (a) Retain records that show compliance with all federal program requirements: 5 years after school year in which records were created (b) Retain all other records: 3 years after school year in which records were created.
(11) Compulsory Attendance Excuse Records Records document the formal excuse of a student under sixteen years of age from compulsory school attendance. Records may include but are not limited to names and addresses of student and parent or guardian; reason for request; academic information; recommendations and approval of school district; and related correspondence and documentation. Minimum retention: Until student reaches age 21 or graduates, whichever is longer.
(12) Educational Programs Student Records Records document the placement and participation of students in educational programs which provide a variety of education services to children. Programs may or may not be all or partially funded from federal sources. Educational programs may include but are not limited to Talented and Gifted, Alternative Learning, Early Childhood, Professional Technical Education, School-to-Work, Cooperative Work Experience, and Distance Learning. Records may include but are not limited to background information, grade placement, instructional and cumulative service, student profile forms, placement evaluation forms, and related correspondence and documentation. Minimum retention: (a)Records that show compliance with all federal program requirements: 5 years after school year in which records were created (b) Other records: 3 years after school year in which records were created.
(13) Grade Records Records document student progress and grades awarded by teachers, and serve as the basis for the student’s official academic record. Records may include test, assignment, paper, and homework scores; and final grades for students. Records may include but are not limited to teacher grade books; grade confirmation reports; grade change records; final grade rosters; and related documentation. SEE ALSO Report Cards in this section. Minimum retention: 6 years after school year in which records were created.
(14) Grade Reports, Administrative Records document grades received by students in a variety of reports organized by school, class, special program, or other grouping which are used by staff and faculty. Records may include but are not limited to administrative reports, counselors’ reports, teachers’ reports, grade point average reports, failure reports, honor roll reports, supplemental grade reports, class lists, and other manual or computer produced reports. Minimum retention: 3 years after school year in which records were created.
(15) Grievance Records Records document grievances or complaints brought forward by students against the school, district, or ESD concerning student conduct and violations of student rights and responsibilities. Records may include but are not limited to notices of grievance; written description of the complaint; informal discussion notes; formal hearing notes (including audio tapes); summary of interviews with witnesses; final summary statements; resolution of grievance; appeals documentation; and related documentation and correspondence. Minimum retention: 3 years after resolution.
(16) Education Counseling Records Records document the advice, assistance, evaluation, and educational planning provided for individual students by school guidance counselors. Records may include but are not limited to school performance and attitude; educational planning records; post-high school plans and career goals; college and scholarship applications records; letters of recommendation; list of honors and activities; information necessary for referral to social service agencies; correspondence; and related documentation. Minimum retention: 3 years after school year in which records were created.
(17) High School Dual Program Student Records Records document student participation in programs between community colleges and high schools which offer professional, technical, and other college courses to high school students for college credit. Records may include but are not limited to program approval records; application forms; course descriptions; examinations; competency evaluations and profiles; transmittal forms; registration forms; and related documentation and correspondence. Minimum retention: 3 years after school year in which records were created.
(18) Home Schooling Records Records document the basic educational career of a student being educated in a home school program. Records may include but are not limited to notification form or letter of intent to educate student at home; testing information; test results; census reports to the Oregon Department of Education; non-compliance notices; and related correspondence and documentation. SEE ALSO Oregon Student Record in this section. Minimum retention: 75 years after school year in which records were created.
(19) Inter-District Transfer Agreement Records Records document the application process for allowing a non-resident student to attend school out of district through an inter-district transfer agreement. Records may include but are not limited to procedures, administrative guidelines, inter-district transfer agreements, certificates of residency, and related correspondence and documentation. Minimum retention: 6 years after expiration.
(20) Intervention Programs Student Records Records document the assessment of students considered for referral to district-approved supplemental intervention programs and to determine appropriate follow-up actions. Programs may or may not be all or partially funded from federal sources. Programs may include but are not limited to Teen Parent, Alcohol and Drug Prevention, and Violence Prevention and Intervention. Records may include but are not limited to referrals, reports by assessment providers, consent forms, treatment and other reports, program class and support group attendance records, behavioral/discipline records, and related documentation and correspondence. Minimum retention: (a) Retain records that show compliance with all federal program requirements: 5 years after school year in which records were created (b) Retain all other records: 3 years after school year in which records were created.
(21) Non-Resident Student Records Records document attendance of non-resident students attending district-financed programs; non-resident dependent children; and other non-resident students for whom the district does not pay tuition. Records are used to report attendance to the Oregon Department of Education and to document reimbursement claims from the Oregon Basic School Support Fund. Records may include but are not limited to attendance reports; basic school support fund reports; and related documentation. Minimum retention: 3 years after school year in which records were created.
(22) Parent-Teacher Conference Records Records document a teacher’s report to parents or guardians of student’s progress prior to end of grading period and may indicate problem areas or areas in which student is excelling. Minimum retention: 3 years after school year in which records were created.
(23) Parental/Custodial Delegation Records Records document who has parental or custodial responsibility for a student. Records may include but are not limited to specification of rights or abridgment of rights for non-custodial parents; restraining orders and other court documents; informal documents signed by natural parent(s); and related correspondence and documentation. Minimum retention: Until student reaches age 21 or graduates, whichever is longer.
(24) Personal/Locker Search Records Records document searches of a student or student’s locker. Records include student name, what was searched, when, what was found, and what report was made. Minimum retention: 3 years after school year in which records were created.
(25) Psychological Guidance and Counseling Records Records document student psychological health care responsibilities and activities performed by school or district health professionals or non-health staff. Records that are made or maintained separately and solely by a licensed health care professional who is not employed by the educational agency or institution, and are not used for education purposes of planning, are excluded from educational record provisions. See Oregon Department of Education student health record policies for further clarification. Minimum retention: Until student turns 21 or 5 years after last action.
(26) Registration Records Records document registration or enrollment of students in elementary, middle, and high school. Records may include but are not limited to enrollment applications registration forms completed annually by the parent or guardian for each student at the time of admittance to school. Information contained in the records generally include student name, address, date and place of birth; parent or guardian name and address; student demographic information such as race and language spoken at home; authorization for school to act in behalf of parent or guardian in case of emergency; class scheduling data; student assignments, such as lockers, counselors, and buses; and related correspondence and documentation. Registration information may be used to create student transcripts, attendance records, and to verify or determine residency status. Minimum retention: (a) Retain completed registrations 3 years after school year in which records were created (b) Retain incomplete/withdrawn registration records 3 years after school year in which records were created.
(27) Report Cards Records document the periodic report by a school about a student’s social, emotional, and physical progress. Information includes but is not limited to full legal name of student; teacher’s name; name and address of school; indication of attendance during reporting period; grades; and other related information. This information must be recorded on the Oregon Student Record by the beginning of the next school year. SEE ALSO Grade Records and Oregon Student Record in this section. Minimum retention: (a) If information has been recorded on Oregon Student Record: 6 years after school year in which records were created (b) If information has not been recorded on Oregon Student Record: 75 years.
(28) Special Education Student Records Records document students participating in special education programs and early intervention special education services. Records may include speech/hearing, academic, motor, occupational and/or physical therapy, vision/hearing, interdisciplinary team, and classroom observation reports; records relating to student behavior including psychological and social work reports; assessments obtained through other agencies; contact sheets; severity rating scales; test result records; physician’s statements; parental consent records; educational program meeting records; request for hearing records; eligibility statements; individualized education plans (IEP); individualized family service plans (IFSP); and related correspondence and documentation. Minimum retention: (a) Records documenting speech pathology and physical therapy services: Until student reaches age 21 or 5 years after last seen, whichever is longer (b) ESD copies, if program at district level: Transfer records to home district after end of student participation (c) Readable photocopies of records necessary to document compliance with State and Federal audits retained by the former educational agency or institution when a student transfers out of district: 5 years after end of school year in which original record was created.
(29) Student Health Records Records document student health care responsibilities and activities performed by school or district health professionals or non-health staff. These records are maintained by the school nurse or another individual designated by the district to maintain confidential health information. Records may include but are not limited to medication administration records; records of nursing assessment and nursing care given in the school setting; School Health Management Plans prepared by the nurse for students with special health needs, medical records from outside health care providers and health care agencies; and psychological diagnostic test reports. Health information provided to Special Education for determining eligibility and IEP activity is maintained in the Special Education record and forwarded upon transfer of the student record. School nurse records are medical records subject to issues of confidentiality and exemption from disclosure per ORS 192.496. Health record information is protected and should be treated as other student records. Records that are made or maintained separately and solely by a licensed health care professional who is not employed by the educational agency or institution, and are not used for education purposes of planning, are excluded from educational record provisions. See Oregon Department of Education student health record policies for further clarification. SEE ALSO Student Health Screening Records and Student Immunization Records in this section. Minimum retention: Until student reaches age 21 or graduates, whichever is longer.
(30) Student Health Screening Records Records document the health screening status of students and mandated certifications of health. Required health screening records include vision and hearing screening results; Certificate of Immunization Status; and Tuberculosis (TB) Clearance Certificate (if required by law according to the student’s birth country). Records may also include but are not limited to communications related to health and safety and directed to the school from the parent/guardian or health care provider regarding the student’s attendance, participation, or activities; communications which are directed to the school by health care providers; and documentation of first aid given, and instructions sent to parents/guardians regarding these screening and first aid events. These records are part of the Student Education Record and are transferred if the student transfers to a new district. See Oregon Department of Education student health record policies for further clarification. SEE ALSO Student Health Records and Student Immunization Records in this section. Minimum retention: Until student reaches age 21 or graduates, whichever is longer.
(31) Student Immunization Records Records document the immunization status of an individual student. Records include but are not limited to the Certificate of Immunization Status (CIS), which includes student identification information, vaccine history, and medical and religious exemptions, and records tracking susceptible for those students not yet completely immunized. Records must be retained as part of the Student Health Screening Record and are transferred if the student transfers to a new district. SEE ALSO Student Health Screening Records and Student Health Records in this section, and Immunization Records, Administrative in the Administrative Records section. Minimum retention: (a) Retain certificate of Immunization Status (CIS): Until student reaches age 21 or graduates whichever is longer (b) Retain immunization Status Records – Susceptible (Tracking Cards): Until student attendance ends.
(32) Oregon Student Record Records document a core set of information about an individual student (including a home-schooled student) and his/her educational career, birth through age 21. Records include name and address of the educational agency or institution; full legal name of the student; student’s birth date and place of birth; name of parents/guardians; date of entry into the school; name of school previously attended; subjects taken; marks received; credits earned; attendance; date of withdrawal from school; social security number (as provided on a voluntary basis by parent or eligible student); and such additional information as the educational agency or institution may prescribe. Minimum retention: (a) Retain original: 75 years (b) Retain readable photocopy retained by the former educational agency or institution when a student transfers out of district: 1 year.
(33) Transfer Application Records Records document the authorization for transfer of students between schools within the district. Records may include but are not limited to applications for transfer which generally contain name and grade of student; reasons for transfer request; name of present school; name of school to which transfer is requested; authorizing signatures; and related correspondence and documentation. Minimum retention: 3 years after school year in which records were created.
(34) Truancy Records Records document non-attendance or truancy of students in elementary, middle, or high schools. Records may include but are not limited to notices of non-attendance or truancy; staff reports; investigations; hearing records; suspension notifications; and related correspondence and documentation. Minimum retention: 3 years after school year in which records were created.
(35) Tutoring Records Records document tutoring services provided to students. Records may include but are not limited to registration records, tutor training records, tutor personnel records, tutor class records, tutorial hours, and related documentation. Minimum retention: 3 years after school year in which records were created.
(36) Withdrawal Records Records document withdrawal from school by students between the ages of sixteen and eighteen by the mutual consent of parent or guardian and the school administration. Records may include but are not limited to withdrawal agreements which generally contain name and address of student and family; reason for request; student agreement not to loiter on school premises; agreement by staff to assist student with educational planning; and related correspondence and documentation. Records may also include withdrawal slips which assess student status at time of withdrawal and may include assessment of fees paid or refunded; status of textbooks, library materials, locks, and other materials used by the student; grades; attendance; and related documentation. Minimum retention: 3 years after school year in which records were created.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 192 & 357, Other Auth. Code of Federal Regulations Title 34

Stats. Implemented: ORS 192 & 357

Hist.: OSA 6-1997, f. & cert. ef. 4-22-97; Renumbered from 166-414-0010, OSA 1-2006, f. & cert. ef. 4-17-06; OSA 2-2006, f. & cert. ef. 7-26-06; OSA 3-2009, f. & cert. ef. 6-24-09; OSA 1-2010, f. & cert. ef. 5-27-10
166-400-0065
Transportation Records
NOTE: Inclusion of a records series in this schedule does not require the series be created. If a record is created electronically, it can be retained in electronic format only if the retention period is 99 years or less.
(1) Bus Driver Records Records document the status and conditions of employment of school bus drivers. Records may include but are not limited to lists of drivers; driving permit and license information; first aid certification; driver training records, examinations, and skill evaluations; change of employment status records; and related correspondence and documentation. Records may also contain copies of physical examinations, accident reports, and insurance documentation. Records may supplement the personnel files of the bus driver. SEE ALSO Employee Personnel Records in the Personnel Records section. Minimum retention: 4 years after school year in which records were created
(2) Bus Incident and Vandalism Reports Records document reports of vandalism and other incidents occurring on or near school buses. Reports are submitted by the bus drivers and are used to determine action to be taken. Reports consist of a narrative account of the incident; student discipline referral form which notifies schools of disciplinary problems; and related documentation. Student behavioral records may be transferred to the student's education record. Minimum retention: 1 year after school year in which records were created
(3) Bus Schedule and Route Records Records document the process of establishing and monitoring bus routes and schedules. Records may include but are not limited to bus route reports providing stop to stop directions for bus drivers; driver input forms detailing changes in stop times, students dropped, safety problems, and other changes to the bus schedule; surveys of alternative routes to be used during inclement weather; reports listing stops and stop times; tiering reports which include bus lines and routes, first and last scheduled stops, and start and finish times for each route; transportation logs; and related documentation. Minimum retention: (a) Retain annual bus route reports: 5 years after school year in which records were created (b) Retain all other records: 1 year after school year in which records were created
(4) Bus Service Records Records document the school bus service provided by the school district. Records may include but are not limited to dispatch files containing correspondence, reports, daily transportation forms, driver input forms, bus stop deactivation notices, bus schedule change notices, and similar documentation; release statements by parents of special education students releasing the district from responsibility for students left unattended at a bus stop; requests for school bus service for students normally ineligible for service; quarterly reports on student transportation operations including information on vehicle utilization, student loads, and vehicle distribution; transportation requirement forms requesting changes in transportation services provided by contractors or district fleet; and related documentation and correspondence. Minimum retention: (a) Retain quarterly reports: 10 years after school year in which records were created (b) Retain release forms: 3 years after school year in which records were created (c) Retain all other records: 1 year after school year in which records were created
(5) Fuel Records Records documenting the amount of gasoline, diesel, and oil used by agency-owned vehicles. Often includes logs, reports, and related documents. Minimum retention: 2 years
(6) Transportation Complaint Reports Records document complaints relating to students, drivers, schedules, or other school bus transportation problems. Records may include but are not limited to complaint forms, correspondence, and related documentation, and the district's response. Minimum retention: 3 years after school year in which complaint resolved
(7) Transportation Safety Records Records document safety hazards and safe routes and monitor student safety when taking school transportation. Records may include but are not limited to safety check records which detail pedestrian routes taken by student to and from school and identify number of traffic lanes, posted speeds, and types of crossings; safe stop reports which identify bus stops with safety hazards; railroad crossing reports which consist of annual reports to the Oregon Public Utility Commission which list location of railroad track crossings on school bus routes, name of railroad, and names of intersecting streets; and related documentation. Minimum retention: (a) Retain hazard reports: 1 year after school year in which hazard eliminated (b) Retain all other records: 1 year after school year in which records were created.
(8) Vehicle Maintenance Records Records document the maintenance of school buses and other vehicles owned by the school, district, or ESD. Records may include but are not limited to maintenance agreements; annual and semiannual inspection and certification reports; preventive maintenance inspection reports; specified routine maintenance information; reports on expenditures and costs of repairs; new bus check lists; bus breakdown records; repair notices and orders; operations reports listing gas and oil consumption, mileage, and cost of gas, oil, and maintenance; and related documentation. Minimum retention: (a) Retain annual reports: 5 years after school year in which records were created (b) Retain all other records: 3 years after disposal of vehicle.
(9) Vehicle Records Records document school, district, or ESD ownership and administration of vehicles such as cars, vans, trucks, and buses. Records may include but are not limited to title application materials; titles; registrations; vehicle warranties, vehicle inventories, and related documentation and correspondence. Minimum retention: (a) Retain title application materials: Until title received (b) Retain titles: Until vehicle disposed of (c) Retain all other records: 3 years after disposal of vehicle.
(10) Vehicle Usage Records Records document the use of school, district, or ESD owned vehicles such as cars, trucks, vans, or buses. Records may include but are not limited to scheduling records; transportation request forms; list of vehicles with vehicle number and description; mileage; billing documentation and worksheets; billing reports; and related documentation and correspondence. Minimum retention: 3 years.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 192 & 357, Other Auth. Code of Federal Regulations Title 34

Stats. Implemented: ORS 192 & 357

Hist.: OSA 6-1997, f. & cert. ef. 4-22-97; Renumbered from 166-415-0010, OSA 1-2006, f. & cert. ef. 4-17-06

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