Simplified Privacy Policy

Clear information about our minimal data collection

Effective Date: September 7, 2025

Last Updated: September 7, 2025

1. What Information We Collect

We collect only the minimum information needed for our newsletter and virtual events:

Newsletter Signup

  • Student name
  • Student email address
  • Grade level (6th-12th)

Event Registration

  • Student name
  • Student email address
  • Grade level
  • Which events you want to attend

That's it! We don't collect addresses, phone numbers, school names, or any other personal information.

2. How We Use Your Information

  • Send newsletter updates about STEM opportunities
  • Send virtual event invitations and meeting links
  • Get parental consent for students under 18
  • Communicate about events you're registered for

We never sell, rent, or share your information with other organizations.

3. Age Requirements

  • Website: Anyone can view our website content and resources
  • Newsletter & Events: Ages 13+ only
  • Under 13: Not eligible for newsletter or events

4. How We Protect Your Information

  • Information stored securely with appropriate protections
  • Access limited to authorized volunteers only
  • No sharing with third parties
  • Data deleted upon request

5. Your Rights

You Can:

  • Unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time
  • Ask us to delete your information
  • Request to see what information we have about you
  • Correct any incorrect information

Parents/Guardians Can:

  • Review their teen's information
  • Request deletion of their teen's information
  • Withdraw consent for their teen's participation
  • Contact us with any concerns

6. Third-Party Websites

Our website may link to other organizations' websites and events. Those organizations have their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for their data practices.

7. Changes to This Policy

If we change this privacy policy, we'll update this page and notify users by email if we have significant changes.

8. Contact Us

Questions about privacy or want to delete your information?

Email us at swenextwakecounty@gmail.com

Subject: Privacy Question