Effective Date: 01-19-2020
Last Updated: 11-22-2024
At Our Lady of Grace School (OLG), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us through our website, olgraceschool.org. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information.
By accessing or using our website, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please refrain from using the website.
1. Information We Collect
We collect both personal and non-personal information from website users.
1.1 Personal Information
Personal information is data that can identify an individual. Examples include:
•Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address (e.g., when submitting forms).
•Account Information: Login credentials for any password-protected areas of the site (if applicable).
•Enrollment Information: Details provided for student registration or inquiries about admissions.
1.2 Non-Personal Information
Non-personal information includes data that cannot identify an individual. Examples include:
•Browsing Information: IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, and pages visited.
•Cookies and Analytics: Data collected through cookies, web beacons, or other tracking technologies to improve site performance and user experience.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
•Respond to inquiries, requests, or communications submitted via the website.
•Process applications, registrations, or donations.
•Provide updates, newsletters, or announcements.
•Improve website functionality, content, and user experience.
•Ensure compliance with legal obligations and school policies.
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and analyze site traffic.
3.1 Types of Cookies We Use
•Essential Cookies: Necessary for the functionality of the website (e.g., login sessions).
•Performance Cookies: Collect anonymous data about site usage to improve performance.
•Functional Cookies: Remember user preferences (e.g., language or display settings).
3.2 Managing Cookies
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may limit certain features of the website.
4. Third-Party Services
We may use third-party tools or services to support website functionality or analytics. These providers may collect information about your use of our site. Examples include:
•Google Analytics: Tracks and reports website traffic patterns.
•Payment Processors: Handles online donations or payments securely (if applicable).
We ensure that any third-party services we use comply with applicable privacy standards.
5. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your information under the following circumstances:
5.1 With Your Consent
We will share your information when you have explicitly authorized us to do so.
5.2 For Legal and Safety Reasons
We may disclose information when required by law, court order, or to protect the rights, safety, or property of Our Lady of Grace School, its staff, students, or users.
5.3 Service Providers
We may share information with trusted service providers who assist us with website operations, provided they adhere to strict confidentiality obligations.
6. Data Security
We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
6.1 Security Practices
•Encryption: Sensitive data (e.g., login credentials or payment information) is encrypted during transmission.
•Access Controls: Only authorized personnel have access to personal information.
•Regular Monitoring: We monitor the website for potential vulnerabilities and threats.
Despite our efforts, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. Users share information at their own risk.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our website is designed to serve families, students, and the school community.
•Children Under 13: We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If we discover such information has been collected, we will delete it promptly.
•Parental Rights: Parents can request access to or deletion of their child’s personal information by contacting us directly.
8. Your Rights
Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
•Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
•Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
•Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal data, subject to legal or operational obligations.
•Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from newsletters or other communications.
To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details provided below.
9. External Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. OLG is not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of external sites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of those sites before providing personal information.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with the “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Us
For questions, concerns, or reports of policy violations, please contact:
Our Lady of Grace School
Address: 3025 Highway Avenue, Highland, IN 46322
Phone: (219) 934-7178
Email: olgracesecretary@gmail.com
By using olgraceschool.org, you agree to abide by this Acceptable Use Policy. Thank you for respecting the mission and values of Our Lady of Grace School.