Privacy Statement for Powers Educational Services

Effective Date: January 1, 2026

At Powers Educational Services, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of the personal information of our students and their families. This Privacy Statement explains our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of information in our Cincinnati, OH operations.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when enrolling in our services, requesting information, or communicating with us. This may include:

  • Student Information: Name, age, grade level, school, academic records, and standardized test scores.
  • Parent/Guardian Information: Name, home address, phone number, and email address.
  • Payment Information: Billing details required to process transactions for our educational services.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information solely for the following educational and business purposes:

  • Providing and improving our personalized educational and tutoring services.
  • Communicating with parents regarding student progress and scheduling.
  • Processing payments and maintaining business records.
  • Complying with legal obligations under Ohio and federal law.

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties. We only share information in the following limited circumstances:

  • With Your Consent: When we have explicit permission from a parent or adult student.
  • Service Providers: With trusted vendors who assist in our operations (e.g., payment processors), provided they adhere to strict confidentiality agreements.
  • Legal Requirements: To comply with a subpoena, court order, or other legal processes as required by Ohio law.

4. Compliance with Education Privacy Laws

  • FERPA: We respect the principles of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), ensuring parents have the right to inspect and review their child’s educational records.
  • Ohio Senate Bill 29: In accordance with the Protecting Ohio’s Children’s Information Act, we ensure that all student data remains the property of the educational entity or family and is used only for non-commercial, educational purposes.
  • COPPA: We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent.

5. Data Security and Retention
We implement industry-standard administrative and technical safeguards to protect your data from unauthorized access or disclosure. We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law.

6. Your Rights
Parents and students over the age of 18 have the right to:

  • Review and request corrections to their personal information.
  • Opt-out of future communications at any time.
  • Request the deletion of their data once services are concluded, subject to legal retention requirements.

7. Contact Information
For questions regarding this Privacy Statement or to exercise your rights, please contact us:

Powers Educational Services
3443 Edwards Rd #6
Cincinnati, OH 45208
(513) 871-2579 / mark@powerseducationalservices.com