Privacy Policy | Montrose School | Medfield, MA

Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Montrose respects the privacy of all students, families, alumni, faculty, staff, and visitors who use our website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share information when you visit https://www.montroseschool.org/

1. Information We Collect

When you use our website, we may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information You Provide

    Name, email address, phone number, and other contact information submitted through forms (e.g., admissions inquiries, event registrations, donations).

    • Information related to applications, including student or family details.
       

  • Automatically Collected Information

    • IP address, browser type, operating system, and device information.

    • Usage data such as pages visited, time spent on the site, and referring website.

    • Cookies or similar technologies for analytics and site functionality.
       

  • Student Information

    • We comply with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and do not publicly disclose personally identifiable student information without appropriate consent.

2. How We Use Information

We use the information collected for purposes such as:

  • Responding to inquiries and providing requested information.

  • Processing admissions, applications, and event registrations.

  • Communicating with students, families, and alumni.

  • Supporting fundraising and development activities.

  • Improving website functionality and user experience.

  • Complying with legal and regulatory requirements.

3. How We Share Information

We do not sell or rent personal information. We may share information in the following limited circumstances:

  • With vendors or service providers who support our website, admissions, or communications (bound by confidentiality obligations).

  • As required by law, regulation, or court order.

  • To protect the safety and security of our students, staff, and community.

4. Student and Children’s Privacy

Our website may be used by parents, guardians, and prospective students. In compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), we do not knowingly collect personal information online from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information in compliance with Massachusetts Data Security Regulations (201 CMR 17.00). However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. External Links

Our website may include links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.

7. Your Choices

  • You may choose not to provide personal information through our website forms.

  • You may opt out of certain communications by following unsubscribe instructions in emails.

  • You may adjust your browser settings to decline cookies, though some features may not function properly.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted here with an updated effective date.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle information, please contact:

Montrose School
29 North Street,
Medfield, MA 02052
508-359-2423

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