PRIVACY POLICY
11. Contact Information
Questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy may be directed to:
Kingswood Academy
133 Plainfield Rd. Darien, Il
office@kingswoodacademy.org
630-887-1411
10. Policy Revisions
Kingswood Academy reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy as necessary to reflect changes in law, technology, or school practices. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
9. Rights of Parents, Guardians, and Illinois Residents
Parents, guardians, and Illinois residents may request to:
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Review personal information maintained by the School
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Request correction of inaccurate information
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Request deletion of information, where legally and administratively permissible
Requests should be made in writing and will be addressed in accordance with applicable law.
8. External Websites and Links
The Kingswood Academy website may contain links to third-party websites for informational or educational purposes. The School is not responsible for the content, security, or privacy practices of external sites. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites they visit.
7. Data Security
The School employs reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, alteration, or disclosure.
While we take these responsibilities seriously, no method of electronic transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
6. Disclosure of Information
Kingswood Academy limits access to personal information and discloses such information only:
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When required by law or legal process
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To trusted service providers who assist with website or communication services and who are contractually obligated to maintain confidentiality
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When necessary to protect the rights, safety, or welfare of students, families, staff, or the School
Third parties are not permitted to use personal information for their own marketing or unrelated purposes.
5. Photographs, Video, and Student Work
A. Respectful Use of Images and Media
From time to time, Kingswood Academy may feature photographs, videos, or examples of student work on its website or official digital platforms to celebrate school life, faith formation, academic achievement, and community activities.
In doing so, the School strives to:
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Respect the inherent dignity of every child
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Protect student safety and privacy
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Comply with parental consent preferences
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Avoid pairing full student names with images
Images and media are selected carefully and used only in a manner consistent with the School’s Catholic identity and educational mission.
B. Parental Rights and Opt-Out Requests
Parents or legal guardians may request that their child’s image, likeness, or work not be used on the School’s website or digital platforms. Such requests must be submitted in writing and will be honored to the extent reasonably practicable.
4. Use of Information
Personal information collected through our website is used only for purposes consistent with the mission and operations of Kingswood Academy, including:
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Responding to inquiries and requests
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Processing applications, registrations, and enrollment-related matters
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Communicating school news, events, and announcements
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Ensuring the safety, security, and proper functioning of school operations
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Improving our website and communications
Kingswood Academy does not sell, rent, or commercially exploit personal information.
3. Children’s Privacy and Student Information
Kingswood Academy serves children 14 and younger. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children through our website.
All student-related information submitted online must be provided by a parent or legal guardian. The School complies with applicable federal and state laws governing student privacy, including the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).
2. Information We Collect
A. Information Provided by Parents, Guardians, or Adults
We collect personal information only when it is voluntarily provided by an adult user, such as a parent, legal guardian, employee, or authorized representative, including when you:
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Submit an inquiry or contact form
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Apply for admission or enrollment
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Register for school events or activities
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Subscribe to school communications
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Correspond with the School electronically
Information collected may include:
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Name of parent or guardian
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Name of student (when provided by a parent or guardian)
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Email address
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Telephone number
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Mailing address
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Grade level or enrollment interest
This information is collected solely for school-related, educational, administrative, or pastoral purposes.
B. Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, certain technical information may be collected automatically, including:
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Internet Protocol (IP) address
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Browser type and operating system
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Device type
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Pages accessed and duration of visit
This information does not identify individuals personally and is used only to:
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Maintain website security
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Improve site functionality
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Analyze general usage patterns
1. Our Commitment to Privacy and Human Dignity
Kingswood Academy is a Catholic educational community dedicated to the formation of the whole child—intellectually, spiritually, morally, and socially. In keeping with the teachings of the Catholic Church and applicable civil law, we are committed to respecting the privacy, dignity, and safety of every student, family member, staff member, and visitor.
This Privacy Policy describes how Kingswood Academy (“the School,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, safeguards, and discloses information obtained through our website and related digital communications.
By accessing or using our website, you acknowledge and agree to the practices described in this policy.
Kingswood Academy
An independent Catholic Grade School in Illinois.
133 Plainfield Drive, Darien, Illinois