Is Your School Board’s IT Asset Disposal Aligned with Illinois Data Privacy and Security Standards?

With growing concerns around cybersecurity, student data protection, and sustainable e-waste practices, Illinois school boards are under increasing pressure to ensure that their IT asset disposal (ITAD) processes are secure, compliant, and environmentally responsible.

While Ontario’s Bill 194 sets a new precedent in Canada, similar expectations are rising here in Illinois especially with the growing focus on FERPA compliance, student data privacy laws, and green initiatives in public education.

At Recycle Agent, we help Illinois school districts responsibly manage the retirement of their IT assets ensuring secure data destruction, regulatory compliance, and environmentally sound disposal practices.

Why It Matters for Illinois Schools:

Student Data Privacy Compliance

• Laptops, iPads, and other devices store sensitive information — and when they’re no longer in use, that data doesn’t just disappear. Under laws like FERPA and the Student Online Personal Protection Act (SOPPA), schools must ensure data is securely wiped and devices are properly handled during disposal.

Reporting & Risk Management

• School boards are increasingly expected to document how data is protected throughout the lifecycle of each device. If a device is lost or improperly discarded, it could lead to major data breaches — and legal consequences.

Secure Storage and Transportation

• Too often, retired devices sit unsecured in classrooms, closets, or hallways. This creates a real risk for data theft or misuse. Recycle Agent provides lockable bins and secure chain-of-custody tracking, ensuring your devices are safe from pickup to destruction.

Certified Data Destruction

• We offer NAID-compliant data destruction services and provide certificates of destruction for every hard drive, SSD, or device wiped — giving your IT department and board peace of mind.

Sustainability & E-Waste Reduction

• Beyond compliance, ITAD is also an opportunity for your school to model sustainability. Recycle Agent partners with districts across Illinois to support green recycling initiatives, reduce landfill waste, and promote environmental education.

Protect Your Students. Protect Your School.

Whether your school is refreshing devices, clearing out storage, or updating IT policies — Recycle Agent is here to help. Our team specializes in working with Illinois school boards to create customized IT asset disposal plans that are secure, cost-effective, and fully compliant with local and federal regulations.

📞 Contact Recycle Agent today to schedule a free consultation or pickup.