M3 SEL (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy of students, educators, parents, and visitors to our website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website m3sel.com and use our educational services.
COPPA Compliance: Our services are designed for educational institutions and we take special care to comply with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) when serving students under 13.
1. Information We Collect
Personal Information:
- Contact information (name, email, phone number) from educators and administrators
- School and district information
- Program enrollment data
- Student progress data (when provided by schools)
Educational Data:
- Student participation in mindfulness, music, and movement programs
- Progress tracking and assessment data
- Program effectiveness metrics
Technical Information:
- IP addresses and device information
- Browser type and version
- Usage data and analytics
- Cookies and tracking technologies
2. How We Use Your Information
- Provide and maintain our educational services
- Process program enrollments and manage accounts
- Track student progress and program effectiveness
- Communicate with educators and administrators
- Improve our programs and develop new features
- Ensure safety and security of our platform
- Comply with legal obligations and educational regulations
- Send important updates about our services
3. Student Privacy Protection
COPPA Compliance: We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent or school authorization.
FERPA Compliance: We comply with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act when handling educational records.
Student Data Principles:
- We only collect data necessary for educational purposes
- Student data is never sold or used for advertising
- Parents and eligible students have rights to access and correct data
- Data is securely stored and transmitted
- Schools maintain control over their student data
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information only in these limited circumstances:
- With Schools: Student data is shared with authorized school personnel
- Service Providers: Trusted third-party services that help us operate (hosting, analytics, communication)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or to protect safety
- Business Transfers: In case of merger or acquisition (with continued privacy protection)
- Olympic Partnership: Archery program participants may be referred to Olympic qualification pathways with appropriate consent
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information:
- SSL encryption for data transmission
- Secure data storage with access controls
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Employee training on data protection
- Incident response procedures
- Data backup and recovery systems
6. Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your information:
- Access: Request access to your personal information
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your information (subject to legal requirements)
- Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
- Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
- Complaint: File a complaint with relevant authorities
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@m3sel.com
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Analyze website usage and performance
- Provide personalized experiences
- Ensure security and prevent fraud
You can control cookies through your browser settings, but some features may not function properly if disabled.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on our website
- Sending email notifications to registered users
- Providing notice through our platform
Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: privacy@m3sel.com
Website: https://m3sel.com
Mail: M3 SEL Privacy Officer
For School Districts: We also provide Data Processing Agreements (DPA) and additional privacy documentation upon request.
