Privacy Policy

Riyadhul-‘Ilm Michigan

Effective Date: April 5th, 2025

At Riyadhul-‘Ilm Michigan, we view the protection of personal information as an amanah (trust). We are committed to safeguarding the privacy and dignity of our students, families, staff, and community members in accordance with Islamic principles and applicable laws.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal information through our educational programs and website.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information to fulfill our educational and administrative responsibilities:

Personal & Family Information:
Student name, date of birth, parent/guardian names, contact details, and emergency information.
Academic & Educational Records:
Class enrollment, schedules, attendance, assessments, progress reports, and report card information.
Communication Records:
Messages, emails, and inquiries related to classes, events, and school matters.
Website & Technical Information:
Basic usage data such as IP address, browser type, and pages visited, used only to improve website functionality.

2. Purpose of Information Use

◈Information is collected and used only for legitimate educational purposes, including:

◈Providing Islamic and academic instruction
◈Managing enrollment, attendance, and assessments
◈Communicating important announcements, schedules, and notices
◈Supporting students’ learning and spiritual development
◈Maintaining accurate records as required for school operations
◈We do not use personal information in ways that contradict Islamic ethics or community trust.

3. Sharing and Disclosure

◈Riyadhul-‘Ilm Michigan does not sell or misuse personal information. Information may be shared only:

◈With authorized teachers and administrators for educational needs
◈With service providers assisting school operations (when necessary and appropriate)
◈When required by law or to protect the safety and well-being of students and the institution

◈All sharing is handled with care, confidentiality, and responsibility.

4. Data Protection & Confidentiality

◈We take reasonable steps to protect personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. Access to sensitive information is limited to those who need it to fulfill their duties.

◈Confidential student and family information is treated with the highest level of respect, reflecting Islamic values of trustworthiness and accountability.

5. Children’s Privacy

◈As an Islamic educational institution serving children, we collect student information only with parental or guardian knowledge and consent. ◈Children’s information is used solely for educational, administrative, and safety purposes.

6. Media, Photos, and Educational Materials

Photographs, videos, or student work may be used for educational or community purposes (such as class materials, notices, or internal communications). We strive to respect modesty, dignity, and parental preferences at all times.

7. Cookies and Website Use

Our website may use cookies to enhance usability and understand general visitor activity. These tools do not collect sensitive personal information.

8. Your Rights and Responsibilities

◈Parents and guardians have the right to:

◈Review and update student information
◈Request corrections to inaccurate records
◈Raise concerns about data use or privacy

◈Requests can be made respectfully through official school communication channels.

9. Policy Updates

This Privacy Policy may be updated as our programs or legal requirements change. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

10. Contact Information

For questions or concerns regarding privacy and data protection, please contact:

Riyadhul-‘Ilm Michigan
📍 Michigan, USA
📧 info@riyadhulilm.org
📞 (313) 603 0591