Privacy Policy
Last Updated: April 2025
This Privacy Policy describes how the Mystis Education Program, owned and operated by Schachere Industries LLC ("Mystis," "we," "us," or "our"), collects, uses, and safeguards personal information in connection with our educational services delivered both online and offline. This Policy applies to all visitors, students, parents/guardians, employees, and users of our services and website (the "Services").
Contact Information:
Email: admin@mistis.org
Phone: (424) 243-0335
1. Information We Collect
a. Personal Information
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Emergency contact details
- Date of birth (for students and employees)
- Educational records or transcripts (as needed for enrollment)
- Payment or billing information (when applicable)
b. Student & Participant Information
- Attendance records
- Assessment results
- Progress notes or portfolios
- Photos or videos taken during activities (with consent)
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide and manage educational programs
- Process applications and enrollments
- Communicate with students, parents, and staff
- Respond to inquiries and support requests
- Maintain academic records and student assessments
- Improve the functionality of our website and services
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:
- Service providers who assist in hosting, data storage, communication, or billing
- Authorized third parties involved in student assessments, certifications, or background checks
- Government authorities or legal bodies, when required by law or regulation
- Emergency contacts, in case of medical or safety emergencies
4. Data Security
We take appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. These include:
- Secure servers and encrypted databases
- Restricted access to personal information
- Routine security audits and training
- Policies for data handling and disposal
However, no system can be completely secure. You share your information at your own risk, and we encourage all users to protect their own credentials and devices.
5. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. For minors, we retain educational and participation records in accordance with educational and child protection regulations.
6. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have the right to:
- Access, update, or correct your information
- Request deletion of your personal data
- Opt out of non-essential communications
- Withdraw consent (where applicable)
To exercise these rights, please contact us at admin@mistis.org.
7. Children's Privacy
Mystis does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13 without verified parental consent, as required by the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). If you are a parent or guardian and believe we have collected information without your consent, please contact us.
8. Third-Party Services and Links
Our Services may include links to third-party sites or tools (such as payment processors or learning platforms). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third parties. We encourage you to review their policies independently.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify users of material changes via email or website announcement and revise the "Last Updated" date accordingly. Continued use of our services means you accept those updates.
10. Contact Us
Mystis Education Program
Schachere Industries LLC
Email: admin@mistis.org
Phone: (424) 243-0335