Altus Schools SMS Privacy Statement and Terms & Conditions

Altus Schools SMS Privacy Statement

Altus Schools is committed to protecting your privacy. This SMS Privacy Statement explains how we collect, use, and disclose personal information obtained for the purposes of SMS communications.

Personal information will not be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes under any circumstances.

SMS consent and phone numbers will never be shared with third parties or affiliates under any circumstances. SMS consent is not shared with any third parties or affiliates for marketing purposes.

Use of Collected Information: We may collect personal information directly from you, for example through a web form or during registration. Personal information we collect directly from you may include first and last name, address, email address, and phone number. School staff will use this information to provide you SMS communication about school-related information such as important school events, appointment reminders, and course progress updates.

• Messaging frequency may vary.
• Message and data rates may apply.
• You may opt out at any time.

Legal Compliance: We comply with relevant privacy laws, including:

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)

Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA)

Disclosure of Personal Information: We may also share your personal information if necessary to comply with applicable laws and regulations, to respond to a subpoena, search warrant or other lawful request for information we receive, or to otherwise protect our rights. 

 

SMS Terms and Conditions

By opting in, you agree to receive SMS messages from Altus Schools. These messages may include updates to course progress, attendance alerts, and other school-related information.

 

To opt-out, reply STOP to any message. For assistance, reply HELP to any message.

 

Message frequency may vary. Standard message and data rates may apply.

 

Data collected through the SMS service includes your mobile number, carrier name, message content, and timestamps. This data will be used to deliver requested services and handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

 

Altus Schools and participating carriers are not responsible for delayed or undelivered messages due to carrier issues or other circumstances beyond our control.

 

These Terms and Conditions are subject to change. Continued use of the SMS service constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.

 

 

Contact Us: For questions or concerns, please contact our Chief of Staff and Compliance Officer.

Email: eorona@altusschools.net

Phone: 858-678-4811

Updates: This privacy statement may be updated periodically. Changes will be posted on our website with the date of the last revision.

Last Revised: 02.06.2025