Privacy Policy

Introduction
Avant Christian Learning Center (“Avant,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our families, students, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, hosted on the Showit platform.

By using our website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

Information We Collect
1. Personal Information
We collect information you voluntarily provide, including:
Name
Email address
Phone number
Mailing address
Student information (such as name, age, grade level, and educational background)
Emergency contact information
Any details submitted through contact forms, enrollment applications, or event registrations

2. Automatically Collected Information
Through our website and third-party tools, we may automatically collect:
IP address
Browser type
Device type
Pages visited and time spent on the site
Referring websites

How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
Respond to inquiries and communicate with prospective and enrolled families
Process enrollment applications and maintain student records
Provide updates about programs, events, and school communications
Send newsletters or marketing communications (with your consent)
Improve our website, services, and user experience
Maintain the safety and integrity of our school community

Website Platform (Showit)
Our website is hosted on Showit, a third-party website platform. Information submitted through forms on our website may be stored and processed through Showit and its integrated services.
Showit may collect certain technical data (such as IP address and browser data) to ensure proper website functionality and performance. We encourage you to review Showit’s privacy practices for additional details.

Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics collects information such as:
Pages visited
Time spent on pages
Device and browser information
General geographic location (non-precise)
This data helps us improve our website and better serve our community. Google Analytics uses cookies and similar technologies. You may opt out by adjusting your browser settings or using Google’s opt-out tools.

Email Marketing Platforms
We may use third-party email marketing services (such as Mailchimp, Flodesk, or similar platforms) to send newsletters, updates, and school communications.
When you subscribe or provide your email:
Your information is securely stored by the email platform
You may unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in emails
We do not sell or share your email with unrelated third parties

Enrollment & Student Data Protection
We take the privacy of our students and families seriously. Information collected during enrollment or throughout a student’s time at Avant may include:
Academic records
Health and emergency information (as provided by parents/guardians)
Behavioral or developmental notes (if applicable)

How We Protect Student Data:
Access is limited to authorized staff members only
Records are stored securely (digitally and/or physically)
Information is used solely for educational, administrative, and safety purposes
We do not share student data without parental consent, except when required by law

Children’s Privacy (COPPA Compliance)
Avant Christian Learning Center serves families with children; however, we do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under the age of 13 without verifiable parental consent.
All student information must be submitted by a parent or legal guardian.

Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
We may share information only in the following circumstances:
With trusted service providers (e.g., website hosting, email platforms) who assist in operating our services
When required by law or legal process
To protect the safety, rights, or property of Avant, our students, or others

Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:
Enhance user experience
Analyze traffic and performance
Support essential website functionality
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.

Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data, no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure.

Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
Access personal data we hold about you
Request corrections or updates
Request deletion of your information
Opt out of marketing communications
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

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

Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us:
Avant Christian Learning Center

avantclc@gmail.com