If an administrative assistant shares confidential personnel information, what is the principal's appropriate action?

The appropriate action for the principal when an administrative assistant shares confidential personnel information is to follow district confidentiality policies. These policies are in place to protect sensitive information and to ensure that all staff understand the importance of confidentiality. By adhering to these policies, the principal can take the necessary steps to address the breach properly, which may involve investigating the incident, reminding staff of confidentiality protocols, and implementing any corrective actions to prevent future breaches. Following these established policies helps maintain trust within the school community and upholds the legal and ethical standards required for handling personnel information.

Other options, while they may have good intentions, do not effectively address the seriousness of the breach or comply with established guidelines. Ignoring the incident could lead to further violations, discussing the matter privately might not address broader implications for policy adherence, and notifying all staff could unnecessarily escalate the situation and breach confidentiality further. Hence, following district confidentiality policies is the most responsible approach.