Privacy Policy

Last Updated: August 29, 2025

Notre Dame School of Milwaukee (“NDSM,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of all website visitors, donors, families, and community members. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or interact with us online.

 

  1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal and non-personal information from you in several ways, including:

Personal Information You Provide

When you engage with NDSM through our website, you may voluntarily provide:

  • Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
  • Donation information and billing details (processed securely by third-party payment platforms)
  • Information submitted through forms (e.g., inquiries, event registrations, volunteer sign-ups)
  • Subscription preferences for newsletters or communications

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain data such as:

  • IP address, browser type, operating system, and referring URLs
  • Date and time of your visit
  • Pages viewed and time spent on our website
    This information helps us understand how visitors use our website and improve its functionality.

Cookies and Analytics

We use cookies and similar technologies to personalize your experience, analyze site traffic, and improve performance.
We also use Google Analytics to help understand visitor behavior. Google may collect data as described in its own Privacy Policy.
You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent.

 

  1. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected to:

  • Respond to inquiries or requests
  • Process donations and send acknowledgments or tax receipts
  • Send newsletters, event invitations, and updates (through Constant Contact, if you have opted in)
  • Improve website performance and user experience
  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

We will only send you marketing or fundraising communications if you have provided consent or if you have an existing relationship with us that permits such contact. You can unsubscribe at any time by following the link at the bottom of our emails or by contacting us directly.

 

  1. How We Share Information

We respect your privacy and do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
However, we may share information with:

  • Service providers and trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website, processing donations, managing email communications (such as Constant Contact), or conducting school-related activities.
  • Legal authorities, if required by law or necessary to protect our rights, safety, or property.

All vendors and partners are required to keep your information secure and use it only for the services they provide to NDSM.

 

  1. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. While no website or data transmission is 100% secure, we are committed to protecting your data and continually review our security practices.

 

  1. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party sites, such as partner organizations or event platforms. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

 

  1. Children’s Privacy

Notre Dame School of Milwaukee’s website is intended for general audiences and is not directed toward children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child has provided personal information without parental consent, we will delete that information promptly.

 

  1. Your Choices

You have the right to:

  • Opt out of receiving email communications by using the “Unsubscribe” link in any email or by contacting us directly.
  • Request corrections or updates to your personal information.
  • Request that we delete your personal information, where applicable.

 

  1. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

 

  1. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your information, please contact us:

Notre Dame School of Milwaukee
2604 W. Orchard St.
Milwaukee, WI 53204
info@notredamemke.org
(414) 671-3000