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Privacy Policy - R.I.S.E. Hybrid Private Academy
Effective Date: 11.1.2025
Rise Hybrid Private Academy ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy and personalinformation of our students, parents/guardians, faculty, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines howwe collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you engage with our online programs,website, and related services.
1. Scope of This Policy
This policy applies to all data collected through:
- Our website: www.risehybridacademy.com
- Online learning platforms
- Enrollment and admissions forms
- Communications with students, families, and staff
- Third-party educational tools we integrate
We comply with all applicable privacy laws including:
- FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act)
- COPPA (Children s Online Privacy Protection Act)
- IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act)
- CCPA/CPRA (California residents)
- GDPR (if applicable to international students)
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
a. Student and Family Information
- Full names, Dates of birth, Home and mailing addresses, Parent/guardian contact info, Emergencycontacts, Enrollment data, Learning needs or accommodations
b. Educational Records
- Attendance, Grades, transcripts, and academic performance, Assessment results, Behavioral or disciplinaryrecords, Special education/504 plans (if applicable)
c. Technical and Usage Data
- IP address, browser type, and device identifiers, Log-in timestamps and session duration, Pages viewedand interactions on our platform
d. Third Party Tools
3. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Deliver and support educational services
- Communicate with families and students
- Maintain academic records and meet
- Ensure student safety and well-being
- Provide technical support
- Improve our curriculum and services
- Meet legal and regulatory obligations
4. Information Sharing
We do not sell personal data. We may
- With parents/guardians (as permitted accreditation requirements share information only in these circumstances:by FERPA)
- With educational partners (under strict confidentiality agreements)
- With government or accrediting agencies (if required by law)
- With authorized school staff and contractors for educational or administrative purposes
- With third-party platforms used for instruction or assessment.
5. Student Data and FERPA
We protect all educational records in accordance with FERPA. Parents/guardians and eligible students have the right to:
- Access education records
Request corrections
- Limit disclosures without consent
6. Children's Privacy (COPPA)
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent.
7. Data Security
We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards:
- Encrypted connections
- Secure cloud storage
- Limited access controls
- Staff training on privacy compliance
8. Retention of Information
We retain educational records and user information only as long as necessary.
9. Your Rights
You may have rights to:
- Access or correct your personal data
- Request data deletion
- Object to processing
- File complaints with authorities
To exercise these rights:
Email: info@risehybridacademy.com
Phone: (540)693-0674.
10. Third-Party Links and Tools
We are not responsible for third-party privacy practices. Please review their policies.
11. Updates To This Policy
We will notify families of any material changes to this policy.
12. Contact Us
RISE Hybrid Private Academy
PO Box 5103, Fredericksburg, VA 22403
info@risehybridacademy.com
www.risehybridacademy.com
