Privacy Policy

List of 12 items.

• 1. Introduction and Scope

  • Our Commitment: DePaul College Prep is committed to protecting your personal data and maintaining transparency regarding how it is collected, used, and safeguarded across our digital platforms.
  • Who It Applies To: All website visitors, prospective families, current students and parents, alumni, and donors.
  • Consent: Using our website or online services constitutes consent to these privacy practices.

• 2. Information We Collect

  We collect data in two ways:

  • Information You Provide Voluntarily: Personal information intentionally submitted via digital forms, applications, secure portals, or inquiries (e.g., contact details, payment info, registration forms).
  • Information Collected Automatically: Standard usage data gathered automatically when you navigate our site (e.g., IP addresses, device/browser details, cookies, and page interaction data).

• 3. How We Use Your Information

  We use your data strictly to:

  • Process admissions forms, shadow days, and student enrollments.
  • Send official school communications, updates, and event invitations.
  • Process tuition, donations, and Spirit Shop purchases.
  • Analyze traffic to optimize website functionality and user experience.

• 4. How We Share Your Information

  We do not sell, rent, or trade personal data. Data is shared only under these conditions:

  • Trusted Service Providers: Shared with essential educational and administrative partners (e.g., Blackbaud, Schoology, payment processors) under strict confidentiality agreements solely to deliver requested services.
  • Legal & Safety Requirements: Disclosed if required by subpoena, court order, or to protect the safety, rights, and property of DePaul College Prep, its students, or staff.

• 5. Student Data & Privacy

  • Personally identifiable information is not disclosed without written consent, except to authorized school officials with legitimate educational interests.
  • Our public site is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from them without verifiable parental consent.
  • We strictly vet third-party digital tools to safeguard student privacy. Approved vendors cannot sell student data or use it for targeted ads. View our Approved Apps List.

• 6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

  • Usage: We use standard cookies and analytics (e.g., Google Analytics) for essential site features (portal log-ins) and aggregated, anonymous traffic analysis.
  • Management: You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some site features may not function properly as a result.

• 7. Media & Publications

  • We reserve the right to use student and family photos/videos for the official website, promotional materials, and publications.
  • Opt-Out: Parents may opt out at any time by completing the Opt-Out Form in the Parent/Student Handbook.

• 8. Data Security

  • Protection Measures: We maintain technical, administrative, and physical security measures—including SSL encryption and role-based access controls—to protect personal data.
  • Disclaimer: While we employ commercial-grade safeguards, no web transmission or electronic storage method is 100% secure.

• 9. External Links

  • Our site contains links to third-party portals and external websites (e.g., Blackbaud, Schoology, GoFan, DePaul University). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites.

• 10. Policy Updates

  • We reserve the right to update this policy as needed. Revisions will be posted here with an updated "Effective Date." Continued use of the site indicates acceptance of the modified terms.

• 11. Contact Us

  For questions or privacy inquiries, contact us via:

  • Email: help@depaulprep.org 
  • Phone: (773) 539-3600
  • Mail: DePaul College Prep, Attn: Privacy, 3333 N. Rockwell Street, Chicago, IL 60618

• 12. Admissions Non-Discrimination Policy

  DePaul College Prep admits students of any race, color, religion, sex, and national or ethnic origin to all rights, programs, and activities. It does not discriminate in educational, admissions, financial aid, athletic, or school-administered policies.