I've commented on this issue previously. Having worked in health services, I have felt that ACEs screening as part of medical services are protected information under HIPPA. However, to what extent are school records or human service records protected? Can they be easily accessed for criminal, civil and child custody cases, for example?
My concern is that using information from a minor for other purposes can be very damaging. Hearing "the family's in trouble 'cause you squealed," whether true or not, could make them more distrustful of adults and less willing to disclose personal information. Some circumstance should and must be reported by law, but I am concerned about third parties using the data, for example, to question the fitness of parents or guardians. I would love to hear from others with experience in this area, and from legal experts on whether my concerns are reasonable or not.