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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: April 2026

[LEGAL REVIEW NEEDED] This privacy policy is provided as a template and should be reviewed by legal counsel before final publication to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

Introduction

Legends Public Charter School ("we," "us," "our," or "Legends") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, www.legendspcs.org (the "Site"), and use our online services.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

We collect information you voluntarily provide through forms on our Site, including but not limited to:

  • Contact forms and inquiries (name, email, phone, message)
  • Tour requests (name, email, phone, preferred dates)
  • Admissions applications (personal information, family details, educational background)
  • Interest lists and enrollment notifications
  • Newsletter subscriptions
  • Any other information you choose to provide

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our Site, we automatically collect certain technical information:

  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • IP address
  • Pages visited and time spent on each page
  • Referring website or search query
  • Device information
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To respond to your inquiries and requests
  • To process tour requests and admissions applications
  • To send newsletters and updates (if you subscribe)
  • To improve and optimize the Site
  • To analyze Site usage and trends
  • To comply with legal obligations
  • To prevent fraud and protect security
  • To communicate important updates about Legends

3. Cookies and Tracking

Our Site uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and track Site usage. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Please note that disabling cookies may affect Site functionality.

4. Third-Party Services

Our Site may use third-party services including:

  • Google Analytics (website analytics)
  • Email marketing platforms (for newsletters)
  • Form processing services
  • Maps and location services
  • Content delivery networks

These third parties have their own privacy policies and may collect data independently of Legends. We encourage you to review their privacy practices.

5. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information and terminate the child's account. Parents or guardians concerned about a child's information should contact us immediately.

6. Information Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information, including encryption, secure servers, and access controls. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, and you provide information at your own risk.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your information:

  • Right to access your information
  • Right to correct inaccurate information
  • Right to delete your information
  • Right to opt-out of certain communications
  • Right to data portability

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

8. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, comply with legal obligations, or as otherwise permitted by law. You may request deletion of your information subject to certain exceptions required by law.

9. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on the Site and updating the effective date. Your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, or to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

Legends Public Charter School

9700 Philadelphia Court

Lanham, MD 20706

Email: hello@legendspcs.org

Phone: 240-455-5900

Last Updated: April 2026. This policy is effective as of the date above.