Privacy Policy

Effective Date: September 2026

Discovery Academy of Science respects the privacy of our students, families, staff, website visitors, and community members. This Privacy Policy explains the types of information we may collect through our website and related communications, how that information may be used, and the steps we take to protect it.

Information We Collect

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide when you:

• submit a contact form
• request information about enrollment
• register for school events or tours
• join a mailing list
• apply for employment
• submit forms or documents
• opt in to receive SMS communications

This information may include your name, email address, telephone number, student or parent information, and other details you choose to provide.

Our website may also automatically collect limited technical information such as browser type, device type, IP address, pages visited, and general website usage data.

How We Use Information

Information collected through our website may be used to:

• respond to questions and requests
• provide enrollment or admissions information
• communicate school announcements and updates
• process forms and applications
• provide information about school programs, events, and services
• improve our website and communications
• maintain the security and operation of our website
• comply with applicable legal and regulatory requirements

We do not sell personal information.

Student and Family Information

Discovery Academy of Science takes the privacy of student and family information seriously.

Information submitted through public-facing website forms should be limited to what is reasonably necessary for the request being made. Student educational records and other protected information are handled in accordance with applicable federal and state privacy requirements and school policies.

Parents and guardians should avoid submitting sensitive educational, medical, or confidential student information through general website contact forms unless specifically instructed to do so.

SMS Privacy

Discovery Academy of Science may use mobile phone numbers to provide school-related text messages, including announcements, reminders, emergency notifications, event information, and other important communications.

Mobile numbers and SMS consent information are used only for authorized school communications.

We do not sell, lease, or share mobile numbers or SMS opt-in information with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.

SMS consent and opt-in records are treated as confidential and will only be disclosed when necessary to provide the service, comply with applicable law, or meet regulatory requirements.

By opting in to SMS communications, you consent to receive school-related text messages from Discovery Academy of Science.

You may opt out at any time by following the instructions included in the text message or by contacting the school.

Email Communications

If you subscribe to a mailing list or provide your email address for school communications, we may use that address to send relevant school information.

You may unsubscribe from optional email communications using the unsubscribe link provided in the message when available.

Operational, enrollment, or other communications directly related to a request you have made may still be sent when necessary.

Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to support website functionality, improve performance, remember preferences, and understand how visitors use the site.

Some third-party services embedded in the website may also place cookies or collect limited technical information according to their own privacy policies.

Visitors can control or disable cookies through their browser settings, although doing so may affect some website features.

Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to or integrations with third-party services such as application systems, forms, payment services, learning platforms, social media services, maps, or other external resources.

When you leave our website or submit information directly to a third-party service, that service’s privacy practices may apply.

Discovery Academy of Science is not responsible for the privacy practices of independently operated third-party websites.

Information Sharing

We may share information with service providers that assist us with website hosting, communications, forms, technology services, or other school operations when reasonably necessary to provide those services.

We may also disclose information when required by law, court order, governmental request, or other legal obligation.

We do not sell personal information or provide personal information to third parties for unrelated advertising or marketing purposes.

Data Security

Discovery Academy of Science uses reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to help protect information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or loss.

No website or electronic communication system can guarantee absolute security, and users should exercise care when submitting sensitive information online.

Children’s Privacy

Our website provides information about a K–8 school and may be viewed by students and children. However, general website forms are intended primarily for parents, guardians, employees, applicants, and other adults unless a form specifically states otherwise.

Children should not submit personal information through general website forms without the involvement of a parent, guardian, or authorized school employee.

Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to external websites for educational resources, applications, government information, community services, and other purposes.

A link to an external website does not necessarily mean that Discovery Academy of Science controls or endorses that site’s privacy practices.

Visitors should review the privacy policies of external websites before submitting personal information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

Discovery Academy of Science may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our website, communications, services, or legal requirements.

The most current version will be posted on this page.

Contact Us

Questions about this Privacy Policy or the handling of information may be directed to:

Discovery Academy of Science
2433 Nursery Rd.
Clearwater, FL 33764

Phone: 727-330-2424
Email: alex@discoveryacademy.info