Privacy Policy

Last updated: August 12, 2026

Merrifield for San Dieguito High School District ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website www.gmerrifield.com (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information, including information collected through our SMS/text messaging program.

1. Information We Collect

   We may collect personally identifiable information that you voluntarily provide to us, including but not limited to your name, address, phone number, mobile phone number, e-mail address, username, and/or similar information.

2. We Do Not Sell Your Data

   We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. Your data is used solely to provide, maintain, and improve our services, and to communicate with you as described in this policy.

3. Text Messaging / SMS Program

   If you sign up to receive text messages from us, we will use your mobile phone number to send you text message updates from us. We may also collect, store, and use your mobile phone number to send you other text messages from us. We will also collect and store other personally identifiable information, such as your name, address, phone number, mobile phone number, e-mail address, username, and/or similar information you may choose to provide to us.

   In addition, as noted above, we may share this information, including your mobile phone number, with our affiliates, partners, and other organizations or entities. However, text messaging originator opt-in data and consent will not be shared with any non-affiliated and/or non-related third-party individual, brand, or entity for marketing purposes. Text messaging opt-in data may only be shared with vendors, consultants, and other service providers who need access to such information to carry out work on our behalf, and who will not use such information for their own purposes.

   No mobile information will be shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. Text message originator opt-in data and consent will not be shared with any third parties for marketing purposes, outside of the SMS platform vendors assisting in the delivery of your text messages.

4. How We Use Information

   We use the information we collect to:

   - Provide, operate, and maintain our services

   - Send text message and email updates you've opted into

   - Respond to your comments, questions, and requests

   - Improve our Site and services

5. Data Security

   We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.

6. Your Choices

   You may opt out of receiving text messages at any time by replying STOP to any text message you receive from us. For help, reply HELP to any text message, or contact us using the information below.

7. Changes to This Policy

   We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

8. Contact Us

   If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: ginny@gmerrifield.com