Effective Date: June 22, 2022
Little Patriots Learning (“Little Patriots Learning,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is a program of American Cornerstone Institute. Protecting children’s privacy is one of our highest priorities.
This Children’s Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and disclose information relating to children who use Little Patriots Learning and our educational services available through littlepatriotslearning.org.
This policy is intended to comply with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (“COPPA”) and other applicable privacy laws.
Our Commitment to Children’s Privacy
We are committed to:
- Collecting only the information reasonably necessary to provide educational services.
- Limiting access to children’s personal information.
- Protecting children’s information through appropriate security safeguards.
- Obtaining parental consent when required by law.
- Allowing parents and guardians to review, update, or request deletion of their child’s information.
Information We May Collect
To provide educational services, we may collect the following information about a child:
Student Information
- First and last name
- Username or account name
- Course enrollment information
- Course progress and completion records
- Quiz and assessment results
- Assignment submissions
- Educational activity within the platform
Parent or Guardian Information
We may collect information from a parent or guardian, including:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Account information necessary to manage a child’s participation
Technical Information
Like most websites, we may automatically collect certain technical information, including:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Website usage information
- Login activity
This information is used to maintain security, improve functionality, and support educational services.
How We Use Children’s Information
Information collected from children may be used to:
- Create and manage student accounts
- Provide access to educational content and activities
- Track educational progress and course completion
- Provide customer support
- Maintain the security and integrity of our services
- Comply with legal obligations
We do not use children’s information for behavioral advertising.
Parental Consent
When required by law, we will obtain verifiable parental consent before collecting personal information from a child.
Consent may be obtained through:
- Parent or guardian registration
- Email verification
- Educational enrollment processes
- Other reasonable methods permitted by applicable law
Parents and guardians may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us using the information provided below.
Please note that withdrawal of consent may result in the termination of a child’s account or inability to participate in certain educational activities.
Parents’ Rights
Parents and legal guardians may:
- Review personal information collected about their child
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of personal information, subject to legal and educational recordkeeping requirements
- Withdraw consent for future collection or use of information
- Ask questions about our privacy practices
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
Sharing of Information
We do not sell children’s personal information.
We may share information with trusted service providers that assist us in operating our educational services, including:
- Learning management system providers
- Website hosting providers
- Technical support providers
- Analytics providers
- Payment processors when applicable
These providers may access information only as necessary to perform services on our behalf and are required to protect the information they receive.
We may also disclose information:
- When required by law
- To comply with legal process
- To protect the safety of a child or other users
- To protect the security and integrity of our services
- In connection with a merger, acquisition, or transfer of organizational assets
Cookies and Analytics
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to support website functionality and improve user experience.
We may use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website and educational platform. Information collected through analytics tools is used to improve our services and website performance.
Parents may adjust browser settings to limit cookies, although some website features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
Data Security
We maintain reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect children’s personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
While no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, we continuously review and improve our security practices.
Data Retention
We retain children’s information only as long as reasonably necessary to:
- Provide educational services
- Maintain educational records
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes
- Enforce our policies and agreements
When information is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymized when practical.
Changes to This Children’s Privacy Policy
We may update this Children’s Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services, operational practices, or legal requirements.
Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised Effective Date.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Children’s Privacy Policy, would like to review information relating to your child, or wish to exercise your rights as a parent or guardian, please contact us:
Little Patriots Learning
A Program of American Cornerstone Institute
Website: https://littlepatriotslearning.org
Email: littlepatriots@americancornerstone.org
Phone: (202) 349-9634