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Site Info

and Policies

Effective Date: August 11, 2026

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Welcome to the PIE Charter Schools website. This website serves the communities of PIE Charter Schools - Sand Ridge and PIE Charter School – Sweet Home (collectively, "PIE Charter Schools," "we," "our," or "us").

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We are committed to protecting your privacy and providing a safe, accessible, and transparent online experience. Please review the following policies regarding your use of this website.

Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide when you:

  • Complete a contact form

  • Request information

  • Subscribe to newsletters or updates

  • Submit employment inquiries

  • Register for events or meetings

This information may include:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Mailing address (if provided)

  • Any information you include in your message

 

Information Collected Automatically

Like most websites, we automatically collect certain technical information, including:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Pages visited

  • Date and time of visits

  • Referral website

  • Website usage statistics

 

This information helps us improve website performance and user experience.

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How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

  • Respond to inquiries

  • Provide requested information

  • Improve our website

  • Communicate school news or updates (if you opt in)

  • Maintain website security

  • Meet applicable legal or regulatory requirements

 

We do not sell your personal information.

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Third-Party Services

Our website is hosted on the Wix platform. Wix may collect certain technical information necessary to provide website hosting, security, analytics, and performance monitoring.

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We may also use trusted third-party services such as:

  • Google Maps

  • Google Analytics (if enabled)

  • Embedded videos

  • Social media platforms

  • Online forms

 

Each third-party provider maintains its own privacy practices.

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Student Records and Privacy

Student education records are protected under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and applicable Oregon law.

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Confidential student records are not maintained through this public website.

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Please do not submit confidential student information through website contact forms or email unless specifically requested by authorized school personnel.

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Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect information submitted through our website.

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However, no method of electronic transmission or internet storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

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Children's Privacy

Our website is intended primarily for parents, guardians, students, staff, and community members.

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We do not knowingly collect personal information online from children under the age of 13 except as permitted by law or with appropriate parental or school authorization.

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Your Choices

You may contact us to:

  • Request access to information you have submitted

  • Correct inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of information where permitted by law

  • Opt out of future communications

 

Cookie Policy

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, remember your preferences, and improve user experience.

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Cookies We Use

Our Wix website may use the following categories of cookies:

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Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They help with:

  • Website security

  • Navigation

  • Page loading

  • Form functionality

  • Session management

 
Functional Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences, such as:

  • Language settings

  • Accessibility preferences

  • Saved website settings

 
Analytics Cookies

If enabled, analytics cookies help us understand:

  • How visitors use our website

  • Which pages are most popular

  • Website performance

  • Opportunities for improvement

 

Analytics information is generally collected in aggregate and does not identify individual visitors.

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Marketing Cookies

If we use embedded content or social media features, third-party providers may place cookies on your device.

These cookies are governed by the privacy policies of those providers.

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Managing Cookies

Most web browsers allow you to:

  • View stored cookies

  • Delete cookies

  • Block cookies

  • Receive notifications before cookies are stored

 

Disabling cookies may affect certain website features.

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Terms of Use

By using this website, you agree to these Terms of Use.

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Educational Information

Information on this website is provided for general informational purposes.

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Although we strive to keep information current and accurate, official school policies, board actions, calendars, and notices are governed by official school records and may change without notice.

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Acceptable Use

Users agree not to:

  • Attempt unauthorized access to the website

  • Upload malicious software

  • Interfere with website operation

  • Use the website for unlawful purposes

  • Misrepresent their identity

 

Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise noted, website content—including logos, text, graphics, documents, photographs, and other materials—is owned by PIE Charter Schools or used with permission.

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Content may not be reproduced for commercial purposes without prior written authorization.

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External Links

Our website may contain links to external websites for your convenience.

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PIE Charter Schools is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.

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Accessibility Statement

PIE Charter Schools is committed to providing a website that is accessible to all visitors, including individuals with disabilities.

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We continually work to improve accessibility and strive to meet recognized accessibility standards.

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If you experience difficulty accessing any portion of this website or need information in an alternative format, please contact us. We will make reasonable efforts to provide the information in an accessible manner.

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Policy Updates

These Website Policies may be updated periodically to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or school operations.

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Changes become effective when posted on this page. The Effective Date at the top of this document will indicate the most recent revision.

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Contact Us

If you have questions about these policies or how information is handled, please contact us.

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