Terms & Conditions

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information when you visit our website, complete enrollment, or opt in to receive SMS text messages from OBE.1) What we collectContact info: Parent/guardian name, email, phone number.Enrollment details: Student name and grade (if provided during enrollment).SMS consent data: Your phone number, the date/time you opted in, and your consent status.Technical data: Basic analytics like pages viewed and approximate location (via your browser/IP).2) How we use informationTo provide school communications (closings, bus updates, reminders, events, billing notices).To administer enrollment and parent/teacher communications.To improve our website and services.To comply with legal or safety obligations.3) SMS program (text messages)By opting in, you agree to receive texts from OBE at the mobile number you provide.Message frequency: typically 1–6 msgs/week during the school year (may increase for urgent alerts).Message & data rates may apply.Opt out anytime: reply STOP to cancel.HELP: reply HELP for assistance.We store your opt-in/opt-out status and timestamps as proof of consent.4) SharingWe do not sell your personal information. We may share limited data with service providers (e.g., our SMS provider and website host) who help us operate our services under confidentiality obligations, and when required by law or to protect safety.5) Data retentionWe keep SMS consent records and related logs as long as needed for compliance and school operations, then delete or anonymize them.6) SecurityWe use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards. No system is 100% secure.7) Children’s privacyOur public website and SMS program are directed to parents/guardians. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children via the public site or SMS program.8) Your choicesYou can opt out of texts at any time by replying STOP. You can also request access, correction, or deletion of your information using the contact details below (subject to legal and operational needs).9) Changes to this policyWe may update this Policy. The “Effective date” will show the latest version.10) Contact usEmail: [your email here]Phone: [your main office phone]Mailing address: [your mailing address, City, State ZIP]Terms of Use (copy-paste)Effective date: {{today’s date}}These Terms govern your use of Olive Branch Education’s website and participation in our SMS texting program. By using our site or opting in to texts, you agree to these Terms.1) Website useUse the site only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not infringe others’ rights or restrict their use of the site. You may not attempt to disrupt or access the site without authorization.2) Communications consent (SMS)When you check the consent box and submit your number, you consent to receive automated and non-automated texts from OBE at that number about school operations (e.g., closures, bus changes, reminders, events, billing notices).Message frequency: typically 1–6 msgs/week; may vary for urgent alerts.Message & data rates may apply.Opt out: Reply STOP to cancel at any time.Help: Reply HELP for assistance.Consent is not a condition of enrollment or purchase.3) User responsibilitiesYou confirm you are the owner or authorized user of the mobile number provided and will notify us if the number changes or is reassigned.4) Third-party servicesWe use service providers (e.g., SMS platforms, hosting). Their services are subject to their own terms and privacy practices.5) Disclaimers & liabilityThe site is provided “as is.” To the fullest extent permitted by law, OBE disclaims warranties and is not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the site or SMS program.6) IndemnityYou agree to indemnify and hold OBE harmless from claims arising out of your misuse of the site or SMS program.7) Governing lawThese Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Tennessee, without regard to conflict-of-laws rules.8) ChangesWe may update these Terms. Continued use of the site or program after changes means you accept the updated Terms.