Privacy Policy

for JonesGordon.org

The Jones-Gordon School (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates the website jonesgordon.org. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal information from visitors, families, students, and staff. By using our site and services, you agree to the practices described below.

Information We Collect

We are committed to protecting your privacy. The information we collect from you is used to provide and improve our services, communicate with you, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Your data may be used for customer support, service updates, and to inform you about relevant changes or offers. We do not transfer your data to external organizations. In certain cases, your data may be shared with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and delivering our services, but only under strict confidentiality obligations and for the purposes outlined above. All data handling practices comply with legal requirements to safeguard your information.

We may collect personal information when you interact with our website or services, including:

• Tutoring applications

• Employment applications

• Summer camp registrations

• After-school enrichment registrations

• Professional training registrations (Wilson®, Executive Function, Professional Development)

• Phone numbers for calls, SMS, and emergency messaging

• General marketing opt-in data (name, phone number, email)

• User-submitted comments and media uploads

• Log data (IP address, browser type, date/time of visits, pages viewed, and time spent)

How We Use Your Information

Collected information is used exclusively for The Jones-Gordon School’s purposes, including:

• Sending marketing communications, newsletters, and promotional materials

• Providing notice of special offers, discounts, and events

• Delivering important alerts via SMS or emergency communication channels

• Providing weekly emails and family correspondence for school events

• Administering and improving programs and services

• Contacting you directly when necessary

We do not sell, rent, lease, or otherwise disclose personal information to third parties for marketing or commercial gain.

Cookies and Tracking

Our site uses cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and user experience. Cookies may store preferences, enable login functionality, or track website usage. You may refuse cookies in your browser settings, but some features of the site may not function properly.

Embedded content (such as videos, images, or articles) from other websites behaves as if you visited the originating site. These sites may collect data, use cookies, and track interactions independently of The Jones-Gordon School.

Comments and Media

When visitors leave comments, we collect the data shown in the form, along with the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string for spam detection. Approved comments may display the user’s profile image via the Gravatar service.

If you upload images, please avoid including embedded location data (EXIF GPS). Visitors may download and extract this information from uploaded images.

Service Providers and Third-Party Sharing

We may engage third-party companies to:

• Facilitate services

• Process billing and payments

• Provide customer support

• Host and analyze data

• Manage and deliver online and offline marketing communications

These providers may access personal information only to perform tasks on our behalf and are contractually obligated not to use or disclose it for other purposes. We may also share information if required by law, to protect rights and safety, to enforce agreements, or in the event of a merger or transfer of assets.

Email Marketing

The Jones-Gordon School offers an email newsletter and targeted promotional emails. We collect and store email addresses solely for marketing purposes.

• Emails are managed through MailChimp (our third-party provider).

• Your data is stored until you unsubscribe or request removal.

• You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking “Unsubscribe” in any email or by contacting info@jonesgordon.org.

SMS Communications

By providing your phone number, you consent to receive text messages related to school programs, marketing offers, and emergency alerts.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and the security of your personal information. We do not share, sell, or transfer your personal or mobile information to third parties for marketing purposes under any circumstances. Your data will not be transferred to external organizations, including third-party service providers.

We collect and use your information solely to provide you with our services and communications. We do not allow any external parties to manage or send marketing communications on our behalf.

To prevent unauthorized data sharing, we implement strict access controls, conduct regular audits, and provide staff training on data protection and privacy.

If you wish to stop receiving messages from us, you can opt out at any time by replying “STOP” to any SMS message you receive.

For any questions or concerns regarding your data or this privacy policy, please contact us directly using the contact information provided on our website.

• Standard messaging and data rates may apply.

• You may opt out of marketing and promotional SMS at any time by following unsubscribe instructions or contacting info@jonesgordon.org.

Data Retention

• Comments and their metadata are stored indefinitely for moderation and continuity.

• Registered users may view, edit, or delete personal information in their profiles at any time (except usernames).

• Website administrators can also access and update this data.

• Information is retained only as long as necessary for operational, legal, or compliance purposes.

• Data is stored for a term of up to four years.

Your Rights

Individuals may, subject to applicable law:

• Request access to their personal information

• Request correction or deletion of information

• Restrict or object to certain uses of information

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@jonesgordon.org. We will respond in a timely and good-faith manner.

Security

We value your trust and use commercially reasonable measures to protect your personal information. However, no internet transmission or electronic storage method is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect information from them. If we discover that a child under 13 has provided personal data, it will be deleted immediately. Parents who believe their child has provided such information should contact us.

Links to Other Websites

Our site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these sites and encourage users to review their policies.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page and take effect immediately. Visitors are encouraged to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or disputes regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

The Jones-Gordon School
📧 info@jonesgordon.org