Privacy Policy

Welcome to the Rocket Online Schools (ROCS) website (www.rocs.org). At ROCS, we are committed to protecting the privacy of our users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information, including but not limited to:

• Name, address, email address, phone number, and other contact details.
• Student information such as date of birth, grade level, and school records, in compliance with applicable educational regulations.
• Device and usage information when accessing our online platforms.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and manage educational services through our online platforms such as Acellus (Learning Management System), PowerSchool (Student Information System), and Google Workspace for Education.
• Improve our services and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Communicate with you regarding updates, services, and security notifications.

3. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate and manage our services, including:

• Google Workspace for Education, for email and collaboration tools.
• Acellus, for managing our Learning Management System (LMS).
• PowerSchool, for managing our Student Information System (SIS).
• GoGuardian, for providing online safety and monitoring solutions.
• Freshdesk and Intercom, for customer service and communication support.

We ensure these providers maintain the highest level of security and compliance with data protection regulations.

4. Data Protection and Security

We implement a variety of security measures to safeguard the personal information we collect. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights related to your personal information, including the right to access, correct, or delete your data. Please contact us if you wish to exercise any of these rights.

6. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

• By email at info@rocs.org
• By telephone at 1-888-303-7077
• By mail at Rocket Online Schools, PO Box 275, Blue Rapids, KS 66411

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of these sites. Please review the privacy policies of any external sites before providing your personal information.