Privacy Policy
Academy of the Performing Art • Effective Date: May 29, 2026
1. Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect:
- Full Name
- Parent or Guardian Name
- Email Address
- Phone Number
- Mailing Address
- Student Information
- Date of Birth
- Emergency Contact Information
- Payment Information
- Enrollment Information
- Attendance Records
- Competition or Performance Registration Information
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
- IP Address
- Device Information
- Browser Type
- Operating System
- Approximate Geographic Location
- Pages Viewed
- Session Duration
- Website Navigation Behavior
2. How We Use Information
We may use collected information to:
- Process Enrollments and Registrations
- Manage Student Accounts
- Schedule Classes and Performances
- Process Payments
- Send Administrative Communications
- Provide Customer Support
- Improve Programs and Services
- Analyze Website Performance
- Maintain Security
- Send Newsletters and Promotional Materials
- Notify Users Regarding Events and Performances
3. Student Information
We collect and maintain student information solely for educational, administrative, and operational purposes.
We take reasonable measures to protect student information from unauthorized access.
4. Photography, Video & Performance Content
As part of classes, workshops, rehearsals, competitions, and performances, photographs and video recordings may be captured.
These materials may be used for:
- Marketing Purposes
- Social Media Content
- Promotional Materials
- Educational Documentation
- Website Galleries
Parents or participants may request restrictions by contacting us directly.
5. Sharing Information
We do not sell personal information.
Information may be shared with:
- Payment Processors
- Software Providers
- Event Organizers
- Competition Organizers
- Website Hosting Providers
- Legal Authorities When Required
6. Marketing Communications
We may send:
- Class Updates
- Event Announcements
- Newsletters
- Promotional Offers
- Academy Updates
You may opt out at any time.
7. Data Security
We implement commercially reasonable security measures designed to protect personal information.
However, no internet-based system can be guaranteed completely secure.
8. Data Retention
We retain information as necessary to:
- Operate Programs
- Maintain Records
- Meet Legal Obligations
- Resolve Disputes
- Enforce Agreements
9. Children's Privacy
Many of our programs serve minors. Information regarding minors is collected with the involvement of a parent or legal guardian.
We do not knowingly collect information from children without appropriate authorization.
10. Opt-Out Rights
Marketing Emails
Use the unsubscribe link included in communications.
Promotional Messages
Contact us to be removed from marketing lists.
Cookies
Adjust browser settings or cookie preferences.
Analytics Tracking
Use browser tools and privacy controls where available.
11. Your Rights
Depending upon applicable laws, you may have rights to:
- Access Your Information
- Correct Information
- Delete Information
- Restrict Processing
- Object to Certain Processing Activities
12. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
13. Changes to this Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page.
Contact Information
Academy of the Performing Art
Email: info@academyoftheperformingart.com
Website: academyoftheperformingart.com
