Privacy Policy
CORE Educational Services respects your privacy. This policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information through our website and related program forms.
1. Information We Collect
Depending on the form you submit, we may collect:
- Contact details (name, email, phone, address)
- Student/parent information for registrations
- Application data (essays, educational details, uploads)
- Newsletter sign-up and communication preferences
- Basic technical data (IP address, browser/device, page usage)
2. How We Use Information
- Operate and improve educational programs and services
- Process registrations, applications, and inquiries
- Communicate with families, participants, and volunteers
- Maintain program safety, integrity, and fraud prevention
- Comply with legal, tax, and nonprofit reporting obligations
3. Legal and Compliance Context
CORE operates in Virginia and the U.S. We aim to comply with applicable law, including state consumer protection requirements and applicable data-security obligations.
- Children: COPPA-related expectations for online collection from children under 13
- Education context: FERPA considerations when working with school partners
- Virginia residents: Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA), where applicable
- Data incident response consistent with Virginia breach-notification requirements
4. Sharing Information
We do not sell personal information. We may share data with:
- Service providers (hosting, forms, email, cloud storage, analytics)
- Payment processors for donation/program payments
- Regulators, auditors, or law enforcement when legally required
- Authorized school or partner contacts when necessary for program operation
5. Cookies and Tracking
We may use cookies and similar tools to improve website performance, analytics, and user experience. You can control cookies through your browser settings.
6. Data Retention and Security
We retain information only as long as needed for program delivery, legal compliance, and nonprofit record-keeping. We use administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect information.
7. Your Rights
You may request access, correction, deletion, or limited processing of your personal information, subject to legal exceptions. Virginia residents may also have additional rights under the VCDPA, when applicable.
8. Third-Party Links
Our website may link to platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and payment services. Their privacy practices are governed by their own policies.
9. Policy Updates
We may revise this policy periodically. Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised date.
10. Contact
Email privacy requests to info@core-es.org.