Mobile Application Privacy Policy

Dadeschools Mobile App (Android & iOS)

1. Introduction

Miami-Dade County Public Schools ("M-DCPS," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of students, parents, guardians, and staff who use the Dadeschools Mobile application ("App"). This Privacy Policy explains how M-DCPS collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards information when you use our App on Android or iOS devices.

2. About M-DCPS

M-DCPS is the fourth largest school district in the United States, serving students in Miami-Dade County, Florida. The Dadeschools Mobile App is an official application operated by M-DCPS to provide secure access to district information.

Contact Information:
1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, Florida 33132
Phone: (305) 995-1000
Website: www.dadeschools.net

3. Information We Collect

3.1 Information You Provide

• Login credentials (username and password)
• Student identification numbers
• Parent/guardian account information
• Email addresses associated with Google or Apple IDs

3.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Device information (type, OS version)
• IP address and general geographic location
• App usage data and performance diagnostics

3.3 Student Education Records

Access to student education records (grades, attendance, etc.) is governed by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). These records are retrieved in real time and are not stored by the App itself.

4. How We Use Your Information

Information is used solely for educational and operational purposes:

• Authenticating users for secure access
• Displaying personalized schedules and notifications
• Improving performance and fixing bugs
• Complying with federal and state laws (FERPA, COPPA)

Note: M-DCPS does not use student data for advertising or commercial purposes.

5. Disclosure of Your Information

M-DCPS does not sell, rent, or trade personal information. Disclosure occurs only via:

• Service Providers under confidentiality agreements
• Legal Requirements or court orders
• Safety concerns for students or individuals
• Authorized District Officials with legitimate educational interest

6. Children's Privacy and FERPA Compliance

M-DCPS complies fully with FERPA, COPPA, and Florida's Student Data Privacy Act. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 beyond what is required for educational services.

7. Data Security

Safeguards include:

• Encrypted data transmission (SSL/TLS)
• Secure authentication and role-based access
• Regular security audits and staff training

8. Data Retention

Personal information is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill collection purposes or as required by Florida public records law.

9. Your Rights and Choices

• Access & Correction: Request access or correction of education records.
• Deletion: Submit requests for data deletion where permitted by law.
• Notifications: Disable push notifications in device settings.

10. Third-Party Services

The App uses Google ID and Apple ID for authentication; their respective privacy policies apply.

11. Contact Us

M-DCPS Privacy Officer
1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, Florida 33132
Phone: (305) 995-1000