Privacy Policy

#1 Maryland Homeschool Oversight Program (“we,” “our,” or “the Program”), managed by St. Virgo LLC, respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you interact with our website, digital tools, and services, including custom GPTs, assessments, and transcript generation.

By using our website or services, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal information when you interact with our services:

• Contact Information: Parent/guardian name, email address, phone number.

• Student Information: Child’s first name, age or grade range, and homeschool-related data (e.g., assessment answers, transcript entries).

• Account/Transaction Data: Enrollment details, payment records, or purchase history.

• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and information automatically collected by cookies or analytics tools.

We do not collect Social Security numbers or sensitive financial information directly. Payments are processed securely through trusted third-party providers.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected for purposes including:

• Delivering services such as learning profile assessments, transcripts, and oversight reports.

• Communicating with families regarding enrollment, compliance, or program updates.

• Improving our tools, curriculum recommendations, and user experience.

• Maintaining legal and regulatory compliance with Maryland homeschool oversight requirements.

• Protecting the security and integrity of our systems.

Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share limited data only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With third-party platforms such as Zapier, Google Workspace, Airtable, or payment processors that help us operate our services.

• Legal Compliance: To comply with state homeschool regulations or if required by law, regulation, or court order.

• Business Operations: In the event of a business transfer, such as a merger or acquisition, information may be shared with the successor entity.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to provide requested services, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. Families may request deletion of their records at any time.

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no security system is entirely foolproof, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.

Your Rights

As a parent or guardian, you have the right to:

• Access, correct, or update your personal information.

• Request deletion of your or your child’s data.

• Withdraw consent to processing where applicable.

Requests may be submitted to contact@1marylandhomeschool.com.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and analyze traffic. You may adjust your browser settings to block cookies, but this may affect the functionality of our site.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are designed for parents and guardians overseeing homeschool instruction. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under the age of 13 without parental consent.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.”