Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

When you visit our website, we may collect:

  • Personal Information You Provide
    Examples: name, email address, phone number, student information, or other details you submit through forms (e.g., inquiry, admissions, event registration, donations).
  • Automatically Collected Information
    Like most websites, we may collect technical details such as IP address, browser type, device information, pages viewed, and the date/time of visits. This helps us understand usage and improve the website.
  • Cookies and Similar Technologies
    Our site may use cookies or analytics tools to enhance your browsing experience. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected to:

  • Provide requested information about our school, programs, and events
  • Process admissions inquiries, applications, and donations
  • Communicate with families and community members
  • Improve website functionality and user experience
  • Meet legal, regulatory, and safety requirements

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

3. Sharing of Information

We may share information only in limited circumstances:

  • With service providers who support our operations (e.g., payment processors, email services) under strict confidentiality agreements
  • As required by law, regulation, or valid legal process
  • To protect the rights, safety, or security of our students, families, staff, or community

4. Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of internet transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Third-Party Links

Our website may link to external sites (such as payment portals, social media, or partner organizations). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.

6. Children’s Privacy

Our website is directed to parents, families, and community members—not directly to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children online without parental consent.

7. Your Choices

  • You may opt out of receiving marketing or newsletter emails by following the unsubscribe instructions in those communications.
  • You can manage cookies through your browser settings.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted here with a revised “Last Updated” date.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

St. Stephen’s Episcopal School Houston
1800 Sul Ross St.
Houston, TX 77098
Email: ststephens@ssesh.org
Phone: 713-821-9100