Academy at the Lakes (“we,” “our,” “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of all visitors to our website. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit academyatthelakes.org and all associated pages (the “Site”). By using this Site, you consent to the practices described herein.
We collect personal and non-personal information through the following means:
When you fill out forms on our website—such as requesting information, registering for events, applying for admission, or making a donation—we may collect:
Full name
Email address
Phone number
Mailing address
Child/student information (e.g., grade level, date of birth)
Payment information (if applicable, for donations or fees)
We collect non-identifying information automatically through cookies, analytics tools, and server logs, including:
IP address
Browser type
Device type
Operating system
Referral URL
Date and time of access
Pages viewed
We use the information we collect for purposes including but not limited to:
Processing admissions or contact requests
Facilitating communication with prospective families, donors, and stakeholders
Administering events, summer programs, or academic programs
Improving our Site’s performance and content
Managing fundraising campaigns
Sending newsletters or alerts (you may opt out at any time)
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. However, we may share your data in limited circumstances:
With trusted service providers (e.g., payment processors, marketing platforms, student databases) under strict confidentiality agreements
As required by law or to comply with legal obligations
To protect the rights, safety, or property of Academy at the Lakes, our users, or others
In the event of a merger or acquisition involving the school (you will be notified)
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience. These may track anonymous usage behavior and help us understand engagement. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, but some features of the Site may not function correctly.
Academy at the Lakes is an educational institution subject to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Student records and personal data shared with us through admissions forms or related platforms are handled with strict confidentiality and used solely for legitimate educational interests.
This Site is not intended for use by children under the age of 13 without parental consent. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children under 13 without appropriate safeguards.
We retain your information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined above, or as required by applicable law, including education and financial recordkeeping regulations.
You may contact us at any time to:
Request access to or correction of your personal information
Withdraw consent for future communications
Request deletion of your personal data (subject to applicable legal exceptions)
To exercise these rights, contact:
privacy@aatl.org
813-948-7600
We use industry-standard security practices to protect your information, including HTTPS encryption, secure third-party vendors, and internal access controls. However, no system is entirely immune to breaches. By using this Site, you accept that some risk is inherent in online communication.
This Site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties. Please review their policies separately.
We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.” Continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
Academy at the Lakes
2220 Collier Parkway
Land O’ Lakes, FL 34639
📞 813-948-7600
