Privacy Policy
Introduction
The Art of STEM respects the privacy of the families we serve. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have.
It applies to our website, our online ads, and inquiry forms (including forms submitted through Google Ads), and our camp registration process. By using our website or submitting your information, you agree to this policy.
Information We Collect
We collect information parents and guardians give us, and limited information collected automatically when you visit our website.
Information you provide
Contact details, such as your name, email address, phone number, and ZIP code.
Inquiry details, such as the program you are interested in and your child’s grade or age range.
Registration details, such as camper and guardian information, emergency contacts, health and allergy information, and payment information. Registration is handled through [registration platform], and payments are processed by [payment processor]. We do not store full card numbers.
Information collected automatically
Device and browser information, pages visited, and how you arrived at our site.
Cookies and similar technologies, including those used by Google Analytics and Google Ads, as described below.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information only to run our programs and communicate with your family. This includes:
Responding to inquiries and sending program details, schedules, and pricing.
Processing registrations and payments.
Keeping campers safe, including managing health, allergy, and emergency contact information.
Sending updates about upcoming camps and sessions. You can opt out of marketing emails at any time using the unsubscribe link or by contacting us.
Measuring and improving our website and advertising.
Meeting legal and licensing requirements.
Children’s Information
We collect information about campers only from their parents or legal guardians, never directly from children. Our website and online forms are intended for adults.
We use camper information solely to provide our programs and keep children safe. We never sell it or use it for advertising. If you believe a child has submitted information to us directly, please contact us and we will delete it.
How We Share Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We share it only with:
Service providers that help us operate, such as our registration platform, payment processor, email service, and Google. They may use it only to provide services to us.
Authorities, when required by law or to protect the safety of campers, staff, or others.
Cookies and Advertising
Our website uses cookies to understand how visitors use the site and to measure our ads. We use Google Ads, which may show our ads to people who have visited our website and may measure whether an ad led to an inquiry or registration.
When you submit a lead form within a Google ad, Google collects the information you enter and shares it with us so we can respond.
You can control ad personalization through Google’s Ad Settings and learn more about how Google uses information. You can also block or delete cookies in your browser settings.
Data Retention and Security
We keep inquiry information for up to [2 years] and registration records as long as needed to run our programs and meet legal, insurance, and licensing requirements. We use reasonable safeguards to protect your information, though no system is completely secure.
Your Choices
You may ask us to access, correct, or delete your information, or to stop sending you marketing messages, by contacting us below. We will respond within a reasonable time.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted on this page with a new effective date.
Contact Us
The Art of STEM
2180 N Salem St suite 105 & 102, Apex, NC 27523
(919) 791-6778
artofstemnc@gmail.com