Effective Date: March 12, 2025

 

Privacy Policy

At Hope Church & Christian School, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring a safe online experience for all of our visitors, members, and students. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website, services, and any other platforms operated by Hope Church & Christian School.

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1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information in the following ways:

• Personal Identification Information: When you register for services, such as school events, church events, programs, or school enrollment, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and other personal details.

• Payment Information: When making donations, paying for tuition, or registering for events, we may collect credit card information, billing addresses, and other payment details.

• Communication and Interaction: We may collect information you provide when you contact us via email, phone, or social media platforms, including any feedback, questions, or requests you may have.

• Website Usage Data: We automatically collect certain information through the use of cookies and tracking technologies, such as IP addresses, browser type, device information, and pages visited. This information helps us improve our website and services.
   

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the personal information we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide the services you request, including event registrations, donations, school enrollment, and communications related to these activities.

• To communicate with you, including sending newsletters, event updates, and important notices related to church and school activities.

• To process payments and donations.

• To improve our website, services, and overall user experience.

• To comply with legal obligations and protect against fraud or misuse of our services.
   

3. How We Protect Your Information

We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement appropriate physical, electronic, and administrative measures to protect it from unauthorized access, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, secure servers, and restricted access to sensitive data.
 

4. Sharing Your Information

We will not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With trusted service providers and partners who help us operate our website, process payments, or provide services related to church and school activities.

• To comply with legal requirements, such as responding to subpoenas, court orders, or legal processes.

• In the event of a merger, acquisition, or transfer of assets, your information may be transferred to the new organization.
   

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website, analyze usage trends, and deliver personalized content. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. However, some features of the website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

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6. Children's Privacy

Hope Church & Christian School does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information as soon as possible.
 

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access and update your personal information.

• Request that we delete your personal information, subject to any legal obligations or legitimate business interests.

• Opt-out of receiving promotional communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails or contacting us directly.
   

If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the contact information provided below.
 

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites that are not operated by Hope Church & Christian School. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

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9. Affiliate Disclosure
 

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

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Terms of Use/Service

Last updated: [February 6, 2026]

Welcome to the website of Hope Church and Christian School (“the School,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using our website at http://hopechristianschool.net (the “Site”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Site.

1. Christian Mission & Values

Hope Church and Christian School is a Christian educational institution. Our Site, content, and services are guided by our Christian faith and Biblical values.

By using this Site, you understand and acknowledge that:

1. Our content may include references to Jesus Christ, the Bible, prayer, worship, and Christian doctrine.

2. Our policies, programs, and communications may reflect our Christian beliefs and statement of faith.

3. We reserve the right to manage, remove, or decline content and interactions that conflict with our mission, values, or Christian convictions.

If you have questions about our beliefs, please see our Statement of Faith at [link] or contact us directly.

2. Use of the Site

You may use this Site only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.

You agree not to:

1. Use the Site in any way that violates any applicable local, state, national, or international law.

2. Post, send, or upload any content that is:

   • Harassing, hateful, or discriminatory.

   • Obscene, sexually explicit, or otherwise inappropriate for a Christian school community.

   • Violent, threatening, or abusive.

3. Attempt to gain unauthorized access to:

   • Any part of the Site,

   • User accounts,

   • The School’s computer systems or networks.

4. Interfere with the proper working of the Site (e.g., introducing viruses, spam, automated scraping, bots, etc.).

5. Impersonate any person or entity, including school staff, students, or representatives.

We may, at our sole discretion, suspend or terminate your access to the Site if we believe you have violated these Terms.

3. Eligibility

The Site is intended for use by:

• Parents/guardians,

• Prospective families,

• Students (where applicable),

• Alumni,

• Staff and faculty,

• Supporters and visitors interested in our school.

If you are under the age required by your country’s law to provide consent (often 13 or 16), you should only use the Site with the involvement and permission of a parent or legal guardian.

4. Accounts & Passwords (If Applicable)

Some areas of the Site may require you to create an account (e.g., parent portals, student portals, application systems).

You agree to:

1. Provide accurate, current, and complete information.

2. Keep your login credentials confidential and secure.

3. Notify us immediately if you suspect any unauthorized use of your account.

You are responsible for all activity that occurs under your account.

5. Privacy

Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Please review our Privacy Policy above.

By using the Site, you consent to the collection and use of information as described there.

6. Content & Intellectual Property

6.1 Our Content

Unless otherwise stated, all materials on the Site—such as text, images, logos, graphics, videos, documents, and other content—are owned by or licensed to Hope Church and Christian School, and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other applicable laws.

You may:

• View, download, or print content from the Site for personal, non-commercial, educational use only, and only if you do not remove any copyright or other proprietary notices.

You may not:

1. Copy, reproduce, modify, distribute, display, or create derivative works from any content on the Site without our prior written permission.

2. Use our name, logo, or other branding in any way that suggests endorsement without our consent.

6.2 User-Submitted Content

If the Site allows you to submit or upload content (such as comments, forms, testimonies, photos, etc.):

1. You retain ownership of your content, but you grant Hope Church and Christian School a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, display, reproduce, and distribute that content in connection with the Site and our ministry and school communication.

2. You confirm that:

   • You have the right to submit the content.

   • Your content does not infringe on anyone else’s rights.

   • Your content is appropriate for a Christian school context.

We reserve the right (but are not obligated) to review, edit, or remove any content we consider inconsistent with these Terms or our Christian mission.

7. Third-Party Links & Resources

The Site may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Hope Church and Christian School:

• These links are provided for convenience and informational purposes only.

• We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or policies of third-party sites.

• The inclusion of a link does not imply endorsement of that site or its content.

We encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

8. Disclaimers

The Site and all content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis.

To the fullest extent allowed by law:

1. We do not guarantee that:

   • The Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure.

   • Any information on the Site is always complete, accurate, or up to date (though we aim to keep it current).

2. We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including:

   • Warranties of merchantability,

   • Fitness for a particular purpose,

   • Non-infringement.

Any reliance you place on information from the Site is at your own risk. For official school records, policies, or documents, please contact the School directly.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Hope Church and Christian School and its staff, directors, employees, and representatives shall not be liable for any:

• Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages,

• Loss of data, profits, or revenue,

arising from or in connection with your use of (or inability to use) the Site, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

If, despite the above, we are found liable to you for any damage or loss connected to your use of the Site, our total liability shall not exceed the amount (if any) you have paid to us specifically for access to the Site, or, if none, a minimal amount allowed by applicable law.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Hope Church and Christian School, and our staff, faculty, board members, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees) arising out of or related to:

1. Your use or misuse of the Site, This includes any areas of the website we may be unable to make ADA compliant due to limitations of the code/website hosting service (WIX);

2. Your violation of these Terms;

3. Your violation of any rights of another person or entity.

11. Changes to the Site & Terms

We may:

• Update, change, or remove parts of the Site, or

• Modify these Terms at any time,

to reflect changes in our ministry, school operations, legal requirements, or for any other reason.

When we update these Terms, we will revise the “Last updated” date at the top. Your continued use of the Site after any changes means you accept the updated Terms.

12. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to all or part of the Site at any time, for any reason, including if:

• We believe you have violated these Terms, or

• Your actions conflict with our Christian mission, values, or community standards.

Upon termination, your right to use the Site will end immediately. Certain provisions of these Terms (such as intellectual property, disclaimers, limitations of liability, and indemnity) will continue to apply even after termination.

13. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms and your use of the Site are governed by the laws of the State/Province of Alabama, Shelby County, and the country of The United States of America, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

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Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Hope Church and Christian School
2053 Old Montgomery Highway, Hoover, Alabama 35244
Email or Call Us