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Privacy Policy

LAST UPDATED: FEBRUARY 2025


Ropes Independent School District Privacy Policy

Ropes Independent School District (Ropes ISD) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of all website users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information. By using this website, you agree to the terms outlined below. 

Use of Personal Information

Ropes ISD does not collect personal information unless you voluntarily provide it by:

  • Sending us an email
  • Participating in a survey
  • Completing an online form

Any personal information submitted is used solely for the purpose stated at the time of collection and will not be shared with non-affiliated third parties without explicit consent unless required by law.

Ropes ISD ensures that personal information is handled securely and only for the intended purposes as outlined during the time of submission. 

Consent

Consent will always be sought for the use and disclosure of personal information.

  • Student Information: For students, Ropes ISD will seek consent from the parent or guardian, or in some cases from the student if they demonstrate the maturity to understand the implications of sharing their personal information.
  • Photo and Media Use: Ropes ISD will only use student photos, schoolwork, or identifying information with documented permission through signed consent forms.

We encourage parents and guardians to contact the district for questions or concerns about the consent process. 

Cookies

Ropes ISD may use cookies to enhance the user experience by:

  • Remembering user preferences (such as calendar settings or bookmarks)
  • Maintaining logged-in status for secure areas of the site 

Cookies do not collect personal information. Users can modify browser settings to reject cookies or delete previously accepted cookies. Please note that rejecting cookies may limit access to certain website features. 

Log Files

Ropes ISD uses website analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to gather non-identifiable data, including:

  • Internet Protocol (IP) addresses
  • Browser type and version
  • Geographic location (city, state)
  • Referring/exit pages
  • Date and time of visits
  • Search keywords used to access the site

This data helps Ropes ISD improve website functionality and accessibility. It cannot be linked to specific users and is used to make data-driven decisions for optimizing user experience. 

Links to External Sites

Our website may include links to third-party websites. Ropes ISD is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of these websites before sharing personal information. 

Security

Ropes ISD employs security measures to protect the personal information of website users. Information shared through online forms or registrations is encrypted using Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) technology. Sensitive data, such as credit card information, is not stored on district servers.

Despite our best efforts, we advise users to take precautions when sharing sensitive information online, as no method of transmission or storage is completely secure. 

Non-Secured Communications

Any content posted in public forums, such as discussion boards or comment sections on the Ropes ISD website, may be visible to others. Users are encouraged to avoid sharing personal or sensitive information in these areas.

Contact Information

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:

Ropes Independent School District
info@ropesisd.us
806-562-4031
304 Ranch Road Ropesville, TX 79358