Carlisle Area School District (CASD) we are committed to protecting the privacy of our students, parents, and staff. This SMS Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard the information you provide when you opt-in to receive text message communications from the district or your individual school site.
1. Information Collection
When you opt-in to our SMS notification service, we may collect the following information:
- Your mobile phone number.
- Your name and relationship to the district (e.g., Parent, Student, Staff).
- Any preferences you select regarding the types of notifications you wish to receive.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your mobile number strictly for school-related communications, including:
- Emergency Alerts: Weather-related school closures, safety notifications, or lockdowns.
- Transactional Updates: Attendance notifications, lunch balance alerts, or bus route changes.
- Informational Messages: Reminders for parent-teacher conferences, athletic events, and district deadlines.
3. Sharing of Information
We do not sell, rent, or lease your mobile phone number or other information to third parties. Information shared with our SMS service providers is used solely to facilitate the delivery of our messages. We may disclose your information only if required by law or to protect the safety of our students and staff.
4. Consent and Opt-In
By providing your phone number and opting in, you provide express consent to receive automated text messages from Carlisle Area School District. Your consent and opt-in will remain in effect from year to year unless you opt-out as set forth below.
- Consent is not a condition of enrollment or employment.
- Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier plan.
- Message frequency varies based on school activity and emergency needs.
5. Your Rights: Opting Out and Help
You have full control over your participation in our SMS program:
- To Opt-Out: Reply STOP to any message you receive from us. You will receive one final message confirming your unsubscribed status or contact Carlisle Area School District directly.
6. Data Security and FERPA Compliance
CASD maintains administrative and technical safeguards to protect your data. All student-related communications are handled in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) to ensure that education records remain confidential.
7. Contact Information
For questions regarding this policy or our communication practices, please contact:
Carlisle Area School District, 723 W Penn Street, Carlisle, PA 17013 Phone: 717-240-6800 Website: carlisleschools.org