Privacy Policy
Bessemer City Schools
Use of Personal Information
Bessemer City Schools does not collect personal information unless you voluntarily provide it—for example, by emailing us, participating in a survey, or completing an online form. Any personal information you provide is used only for the stated purpose at the time of collection and will not be shared with non-affiliated third parties unless explicitly stated.
Consent
Where consent is required for using or disclosing personal information, Bessemer City Schools will seek it from the appropriate party. For student data, we may request permission from the student and/or their parent or guardian, based on the student’s age, maturity, and ability to understand the implications.
Media Best Practice
We require a signed release or likeness consent form before publishing student photos, schoolwork, or identifying information. For more information, please consult our district’s Media Release Policy, which is found in registration documents yearly, or request a form from your child’s school.
Cookies
Our website may use cookies to store user preferences, support site functionality, and maintain user login status. These cookies are not linked to personal identifiers. You may disable cookies in your browser settings; however, doing so may limit some website features.
Log Files
Bessemer City Schools uses tools like Google Analytics to understand website usage. We collect IP addresses, browser types, locations, page visits, and search keywords. This anonymous data helps us improve the website’s performance and usability.
Links to Other Sites
Our site may link to external websites. Please note that Bessemer City Schools is not responsible for the privacy practices of these other sites. We encourage all users to review the privacy statements of any third-party websites visited.
Security
We use industry-standard SSL encryption to protect submitted information. Servers that store personal data are in secure environments. Credit card numbers are never permanently stored on our servers.
Non-Secured Communications
Any posts made in public forums or blogs may be viewable by others and should not include private information unless you are comfortable with its public visibility.
Contact Information
If you have questions or concerns regarding our privacy practices, please contact:
bcs_pr.com@bessk12.org
(205) 432-3000