Data Privacy Policy
Effective Date: March 31, 2026
1. Introduction
Garden Homes Lutheran School ("the School," "we," "us") is committed to protecting the privacy of our students, parents, and other website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information through our website, hosted by Wix.com.
2. Our Relationship with Wix
Our school website is hosted on the Wix.com platform. Wix provides the infrastructure that allows us to share information with our community. Wix acts as a Data Processor for any information submitted through this site. Your data may be stored through Wix’s data storage and databases on secure servers behind a firewall. For more details, please review the Wix Privacy Policy.
3. Data Collection and Data Use
Because we do not use student or family logins or online enrollment forms on this site, our data collection is limited to:
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Voluntary Communications: If you use our "Contact Us" form, we collect the personal information you provide, such as your name, phone number, email address, and the content of your message. We use this strictly to respond to your inquiry.
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Automatic Technical Data: Like most websites, Wix automatically collects certain non-identifying information, such as your IP address, browser type, and page visit duration, to ensure the website functions correctly and securely.
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SMS Data Sharing: Mobile Opt in, SMS Consent, and phone numbers collected for SMS communication purposes will not be shared with any third party and affiliates for marketing purposes.
4. FERPA Compliance & Student Records
The School complies with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). We do not store or transmit official student education records (grades, health records, or behavioral reports) via this Wix website.
5. Children’s Online Privacy (COPPA)
While the School serves children, this website is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 through this site. Students are not permitted to create accounts or submit information via our website forms. If we learn that a child under 13 has submitted information via our "Contact Us" form, we will delete that information immediately.
6. Cookies and Tracking
Wix uses cookies for essential reasons, such as security, system monitoring, and performance. We do not use third-party tracking pixels (like Facebook or Google Analytics) or marketing cookies on this site.
7. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect the security of your personal information. However, please note that no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Your Rights
You have the right to:
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Access the personal information we hold about you.
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Request correction of any inaccurate information.
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Request deletion of your personal information.
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Object to the processing of your personal information.
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Request the restriction of processing your personal information.
9. Consent
By using our services, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us at ghls@gardenhomeslutheran.org.
Agreement to receive text messaging: By sharing your mobile number, you agree to be contacted by Garden Homes Lutheran School via text (SMS, MMS, and other generally accepted protocols). The nature of text communications will be restricted to the educational relationship between us including reminders and requests for additional information related to our educational services.
We will never share, trade, or otherwise sell your personal information such as address, phone numbers and SMS consent to third parties under any circumstances
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
11. SMS Terms & Conditions
SMS Consent Communication:
The information obtained as part of the SMS consent process, Mobile Opt in, SMS consent, and phone numbers collected will not be shared with third parties for marketing purposes.
Types of SMS Communications:
If you have consented to receive text Customer Care, Account Notifications and Marketing messages from Garden Homes Lutheran School, you may receive messages related to the following:
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Enrollment Status
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Account Notifications
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School Programming
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Promotional Marketing and Offers
Message Frequency:
Message frequency may vary depending on the type of communication. For example, you may receive up to [5] SMS messages per week related to your enrollment status, account notifications, school programming and promotions or offers.
Potential Fees for SMS Messaging:
Please note that standard message and data rates may apply, depending on your carrier’s pricing plan. These fees may vary if the message is sent domestically or internationally.
Opt-In Method:
You may opt-in to receive SMS messages from Garden Homes Lutheran School in the following ways:
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By submitting an online form
Opt-Out Method:
You can opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time. To do so, simply reply "STOP" to any SMS message you receive. Alternatively, you can contact us directly to request removal from our messaging list.
Help:
If you are experiencing any issues, you can reply with the keyword HELP. Or, you can get help directly from us at https://www.gardenhomeslutheran.org or contact us at 414-444-9050.
If you do not wish to receive SMS messages, you can choose not to check the SMS consent box on our forms.
Standard Messaging Disclosures:
Message and data rates may apply.
You can opt-out at any time by texting "STOP."
For assistance, text "HELP" to 414-444-9050 or visit our https://www.gardenhomeslutheran.org/privacy-policy page. Message frequency may vary
12. Contact Information
If you have questions about this policy or your rights under FERPA or Wisconsin law, please contact school administration at:
414-444-9050
2450 W. Roosevelt Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53209