Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 08/27/2024

Pathway Online Academy ("we," "our," or "us") is dedicated to protecting the privacy of all our users, including young students. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our online school services. By accessing or using our services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use our services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect various types of information to provide and improve our educational services:

• Personal Information: When students are registered by their parents or guardians, we collect information such as the student's name, age, grade level, parent or guardian contact information, and payment details.
• Parental Information: For users under the age of 13, we collect parental or guardian consent, as well as their contact information, to comply with legal requirements and ensure appropriate use of our services.
• Usage Data: We automatically collect information when users access or interact with our services, such as IP addresses, browser types, operating systems, and activity logs, to enhance user experience and ensure platform security.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve our website's functionality, monitor user activity, and store certain preferences. Parents or guardians can manage cookie settings through their web browsers.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for several purposes, including:

• To provide and maintain our educational services.
• To manage accounts and facilitate communication between students, parents, and educators.
• To personalize the learning experience and improve our online school platform.
• To ensure compliance with our policies and legal obligations.
• To protect the safety and security of our users and platform.

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties. We may share information in the following situations:

• Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our online school, such as payment processors, educational content providers, and customer support services.
• Legal Compliance: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to legal requests from authorities, such as court orders or government regulations.
• Business Changes: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred to the new entity. We will notify users of any changes to the privacy policy or data ownership.

4. Security of Your Information

We take the security of your information seriously and implement reasonable measures to protect it from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, please be aware that no method of electronic storage or transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Parental Consent and Rights

• Parental Approval: For students under the age of 13, we require parental or guardian consent for registration and use of our services. Parents have the right to review and request changes to their child's information or revoke consent for data collection at any time.
• Access and Control: Parents and guardians can access and update their child's information, manage account settings, and opt out of communications by contacting us directly or through the platform.
• Cookies Management: Parents and guardians can manage cookie preferences via their web browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of some features on our platform.

6. Children's Privacy

We are committed to protecting the privacy of young children. Our services are designed to provide a safe and educational environment for students, including those as young as kindergarten. We collect, use, and share children's information only with parental consent and strictly for educational purposes.

7. Third-Party Links

Our platform may include links to third-party websites or resources. We do not control these websites and are not responsible for their privacy practices or content. We encourage parents to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites their children may visit.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any updates. If we make significant changes, we will notify parents and guardians via email or through the platform.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at stemguyana@gmail.com.

Thank you for choosing Pathway Online Academy. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and providing a safe and enriching educational experience.