Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how Luxford Elementary PTA collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our website.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, and any profile information you choose to provide.
- Contact Information: When you contact us, we may collect your email address and any information you include in your message.
- Event Registration: When you register for events, we collect necessary information for event management.
Information Collected Automatically
- Analytics Data: We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. This helps us improve the site experience.
- Cookies: We use essential cookies for website functionality and, with your consent, analytics cookies.
- Local Browser Storage: We store your school year selection locally in your browser to remember your preference across visits.
- Log Data: Our servers may automatically collect information about your visit, including IP address, browser type, and pages visited.
How We Use Your Information
- Website Operation: To provide and maintain our website services
- Communication: To respond to your inquiries and send important PTA updates
- Event Management: To organize and manage PTA events and activities
- Improvement: To analyze website usage and improve user experience
- Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics 4 to understand how visitors use our website. Analytics tracking is enabled by default to help us improve our services, but you can opt out at any time.
- Enabled by default: Analytics cookies are active unless you choose to opt out
- Google Analytics collects information anonymously
- We do not collect personally identifiable information through Analytics
- IP addresses are anonymized
- You can opt out of Analytics tracking at any time using our cookie preferences
Learn more about Google Analytics privacy: Google Privacy Policy
Cookies
We use the following types of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality (cannot be disabled)
- Analytics Cookies: Enabled by default to help us understand website usage - you can opt out at any time
Default Setting: Analytics cookies are enabled by default for all visitors to help us improve our website. You can opt out by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer, adjusting your browser settings, or using the "Opt Out" button in our cookie notice banner.
Browser Storage
Local Storage Usage: Our website stores certain preferences directly in your browser's local storage to enhance your experience. This information never leaves your device.
- School Year Selection: Your preferred school year view is stored locally so the website remembers your choice
- Cookie Consent Preferences: Your cookie consent choices are stored locally to remember your preferences
- No Personal Data: We do not store any personal information in browser storage
- Device-Specific: This information is only stored on your device and is not transmitted to our servers
Note: If local storage is not available in your browser, the website will still function but will default to the current school year view. You can clear this stored data at any time through your browser settings.
Data Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties, except:
- With your explicit consent
- To comply with legal requirements
- To protect our rights and the safety of others
- With service providers who help us operate our website (under strict confidentiality agreements)
Your Rights
Under applicable privacy laws, you have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
- Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate information
- Erasure: Request deletion of your personal information
- Portability: Request transfer of your data to another organization
- Objection: Object to processing of your personal information
- Restriction: Request restriction of processing under certain circumstances
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
Children's Privacy
Elementary School Community: As an elementary school PTA, we serve families with children of all ages, including those under 13. We take special care to protect children's privacy and comply with applicable laws such as the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).
- We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 13 without parental consent
- Parents and guardians provide information on behalf of their children for school-related activities
- Any information about children is collected and used solely for legitimate educational and PTA purposes
- Parents have the right to review, request changes to, or request deletion of their child's information
Parent/Guardian Rights: If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided personal information on our website, please contact us immediately so we can address the situation appropriately.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
Email: webmaster@luxfordpta.org
Mail: Luxford Elementary PTA
4808 Haygood Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23455