Saint James School may utilize the FACTS Parent Alert System to send communications via Text, Email, and/or Voice Message for all types of events. Families opt in to alerts when setting up their FACTS Family Portal by selecting “Receive Communication.”
Consent to Receive Messages from Our School:
By subscribing to Saint James School’s Parent Alert SMS Notifications, you are agreeing to receive recurring messages at the phone number/email provided. Messages may provide notifications about school events, school delays/closures, or emergency situations. Message frequency may vary. Msg & data rates may apply. Consent is not a condition of service. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages.
Per the Telephone Consumer Protection Act we must provide all recipients the option to Opt Out of receiving alerts. Anytime we send out a text or other alert, you will see “Stop to End.” If you reply “Stop” you will no longer receive our alerts, regardless if we select you as a recipient.
If users have any questions, please contact Saint James School at marketing@saintteresacatholic.org.
Text alerts from our school will begin with SBSJ-CT, calls will show from 860-643-5088, and email alerts sent via this system will show noreply@pikmykid.com as the “from” email address. Please be assured these alerts are from the school and are not spam.
Privacy Policy:
Saint James School is committed to protecting the privacy and security of students, parents, staff, and visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard personal information in accordance with applicable laws and educational standards.
1. We may collect and process the following types of information:
- Student Information: name, date of birth, address, student ID, academic records, attendance, and disciplinary records
- Parent/Guardian Information: names, contact details, and emergency contact information
- Staff Information: employment details, contact information, and professional records
- Technical Data: IP address, login information, and device/browser details when using school systems
2. We use personal information to:
- Provide education and related services
- Maintain student records and academic progress
- Communicate with students, parents, and staff
- Ensure safety and security within the school
- Meet legal and regulatory requirements
3. We do not sell personal information. Information may be shared only when necessary, including:
- With authorized school staff and administrators
- With government or education authorities as required by law
- With service providers that support school operations (e.g., learning platforms), under strict confidentiality agreements
4. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
5. We retain personal information only as long as necessary for educational purposes and to comply with legal obligations.
6. Students and parents/guardians have the right to:
- Access and review personal records
- Request corrections to inaccurate information
- Request limitations on certain uses of data, where applicable
Saint James School may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
