Privacy Policy
UTA of Monsey
Last Updated: 01/15/2026
1. Introduction
UTA of Monsey ("the School," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of our students, parents/guardians, staff, alumni, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our website at utamonsey.org or interact with us in connection with our educational programs and services.
By using our website or providing information to us, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our website or services.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
Admissions inquiries: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address, student's name and grade level, and other information submitted through inquiry or application forms.
Enrollment records: Student name, date of birth, address, emergency contact information, health and immunization records, academic records, and family/guardian information.
Newsletter/communications sign-ups: Name and email address.
Donations/tuition payments: Billing information, payment card details (processed via secure third-party payment processors), and related transaction information.
Contact forms and correspondence: Any information you choose to include when contacting us.
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
Usage data: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring website addresses.
Cookies and tracking technologies: We may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to improve website functionality and analyze site usage. See Section 6 below.
2.3 Information from Third Parties
We may receive information about you from third parties, such as background check providers, referral sources, or educational service providers, in connection with admissions, employment, or vendor relationships.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
Process admissions applications and enrollment
Communicate with prospective and current families regarding school activities, events, and announcements
Administer educational programs and maintain student records
Process tuition payments and donations
Improve our website and educational services
Ensure the health, safety, and security of students and staff
Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
Respond to inquiries and provide customer/parent support
4. Children's Privacy
UTA of Monsey is an educational institution serving minors, and we take special care with student information.
We collect and use student information solely for legitimate educational purposes, consistent with applicable laws, including the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and, where applicable, the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).
We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children through public-facing website forms without parental or guardian involvement.
Parents/guardians may review, request corrections to, or request deletion of their child's educational records by contacting us using the information in Section 11.
5. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in the following circumstances:
Service providers: With trusted third parties who perform services on our behalf (e.g., payment processors, email/newsletter platforms, IT hosting providers), under confidentiality obligations.
Legal requirements: When required by law, regulation, subpoena, or court order, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of the School, our students, staff, or others.
School operations: With teachers, administrators, and staff who need access to perform their duties.
Accreditation and regulatory bodies: As required for compliance, accreditation, or licensing purposes.
With your consent: For any other purpose disclosed to you at the time information is collected, or with your explicit consent.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:
Remember your preferences
Understand how visitors use our site
Improve website performance and user experience
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain website functionality.
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, comply with legal obligations (including educational record-keeping requirements), resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.
9. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have the right to:
Access the personal information we hold about you or your child
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of certain information, subject to legal record-keeping requirements
Opt out of marketing communications (e.g., by using the "unsubscribe" link in emails)
Restrict or object to certain processing of your information
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information in Section 11.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., payment processors, social media platforms). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:
UTA of Monsey Address: 89 S Main St, Spring Valley, NY 10977 Phone: 845-425-0392 Email: info@utamonsey.org
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy indicates when it was most recently revised. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.