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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 11, 2026
Last Updated: March 11, 2026

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how ClearPath Homeschool Testing, a division of Blooming Brains Tutors LLC (“ClearPath,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), collects, uses, discloses, and protects your personal information when you use our website (clearpathhomeschooltesting.com) and our services.

By using our website or services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Submit a portfolio evaluation form: Student name, date of birth, grade level, parent/guardian name, email address, phone number, portfolio materials (work samples, logs, written responses), and any additional information you choose to provide
• Schedule testing services: Student name, date of birth, grade level, parent/guardian name, email address, phone number, preferred testing dates/times, and scholarship program information (if applicable)
• Contact us: Name, email address, phone number, and the content of your message
• Make a payment: Payment information is processed by third-party payment processors (Calendly/Stripe for private pay, Step Up For Students EMA Marketplace for scholarship funds). We do not directly store credit card information.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing activity, including:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
• Pages visited and time spent on pages
• Referring website
• Date and time of visit

2.3 Cookies and Similar Technologies

We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Note that disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our website.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

3.1 To Provide Services

• Conduct portfolio evaluations and prepare evaluation letters
• Administer standardized tests and dyslexia screenings
• Schedule testing appointments and send Zoom links
• Generate and deliver test results and reports
• Communicate about your services and appointments

3.2 To Process Payments

• Process payments through our third-party payment processors
• Issue invoices and receipts
• Process scholarship reimbursement through Step Up For Students

3.3 To Communicate With You

• Respond to your inquiries and requests
• Send appointment confirmations and reminders
• Provide customer support
• Send important updates about our services

3.4 To Comply With Legal Obligations

• Meet Florida Department of Education requirements for certified evaluators
• Comply with Step Up For Students provider obligations
• Respond to legal requests and prevent fraud
• Maintain records as required by law

3.5 To Improve Our Services

• Analyze website usage to improve user experience
• Understand service preferences and needs
• Develop new services and features

4. How We Share Your Information

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

4.1 Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our business, including:

• Formspree: Form submission processing for portfolio intake forms
• Calendly/Stripe: Appointment scheduling and payment processing for private pay families
• Step Up For Students EMA Marketplace: Payment processing for scholarship families
• Zoom: Video conferencing for live testing sessions
• Email service providers: To send appointment confirmations and service communications
• Website hosting provider: To host our website and store data

These service providers are contractually obligated to keep your information confidential and use it only for the purposes for which we disclose it to them.

4.2 Test Publishers and Assessment Providers

When administering standardized tests (DORA, ADAM, Stanford 10, DORA DS), we must share limited student information with test publishers as required by their licensing agreements. This typically includes student name, date of birth, grade level, and test scores. Test publishers have their own privacy policies governing how they handle this information.

4.3 Parents and Legal Guardians

We share evaluation letters, test results, and reports with the parent or legal guardian who requested services.

4.4 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court, government agency, or Step Up For Students compliance audits).

4.5 Business Transfers

If ClearPath Homeschool Testing is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred. We will provide notice before your information is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

5. Children’s Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

Our services are designed for parents and legal guardians of students. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent.

Parents provide student information on behalf of their children for the purpose of educational evaluation and testing. This information is collected with the parent’s knowledge and consent and is used solely to provide requested educational services.

If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13 without proper parental consent, please contact us immediately at clearpathhomeschooltesting@gmail.com.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Secure data transmission (SSL/TLS encryption)
• Secure form submission processing
• Password-protected access to stored materials
• Limited employee access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
• Regular security reviews and updates

However, please be aware that no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

• Portfolio evaluation materials and letters: Retained for a minimum of 3 years to comply with Florida homeschool recordkeeping recommendations
• Test results and reports: Retained for a minimum of 5 years in accordance with educational recordkeeping best practices
• Payment records: Retained for 7 years to comply with tax and accounting requirements
• Email communications: Retained for as long as necessary to provide customer support and maintain service records

After the retention period expires, we will securely delete or anonymize your information. You may request earlier deletion of your information by contacting us, subject to our legal and contractual obligations to retain certain records.

8. Your Rights and Choices

8.1 Access and Correction

You have the right to access and update the personal information we hold about you. You may request a copy of your student’s evaluation letter or test results at any time by contacting us at clearpathhomeschooltesting@gmail.com.

8.2 Deletion

You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions (e.g., we may need to retain certain information to comply with legal obligations or complete transactions you have requested). To request deletion, contact us at clearpathhomeschooltesting@gmail.com.

8.3 Opt-Out of Marketing Communications

We currently do not send marketing emails. All communications are transactional (appointment confirmations, test results, service updates). If this changes in the future, you will have the option to opt out of marketing communications.

8.4 Do Not Track

Our website does not currently respond to “Do Not Track” signals from browsers. We do not track users across third-party websites to provide targeted advertising.

9. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including:

• Step Up For Students EMA Marketplace
• Calendly scheduling system
• Florida Department of Education

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

10. Florida Privacy Rights

As a Florida-based business serving Florida families, we are committed to protecting your privacy rights under Florida law. Florida residents have the right to:

• Know what personal information we collect and how we use it
• Access their personal information
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of personal information (subject to legal exceptions)

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated Privacy Policy on our website with a new “Last Updated” date
• Sending an email notification to the address you provided (if you are an active customer)

Your continued use of our services after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

12. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.