PolicY 

Privacy Policy of KIND Conservatory

Effective Date: 08.30.2024

Welcome to KIND Conservatory. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of personal information we collect, how we use it, and the steps we take to protect it. By using our website, enrolling in our programs, or interacting with us, you agree to the practices outlined in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: Name, address, email address, phone number, date of birth, payment information, and other contact details provided by students, parents, or guardians during the enrollment or registration process.

• Technical Data: IP addresses, browser type, device information, and other technical data collected when you use our website or interact with our digital services.

• Usage Data: Information about your interactions with our services, including dates and times of use, pages viewed, and links clicked.

• Communications: Any communication you have with us, such as emails, phone calls, or messages sent via our website or social media channels.

2. How We Use Your Information

KIND Conservatory uses your information for the following purposes:

• Providing Services: To facilitate enrollment, manage lesson schedules, and provide students with educational services.

• Payment Processing: To process payments for classes, recitals, rentals, and other services.

• Communication: To send important updates, respond to inquiries, and provide information about programs, events, and promotions.

• Improving Services: To analyze and improve our programs, website, and customer service practices.

• Legal Compliance: To fulfill any legal obligations and respond to lawful requests from public authorities.

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

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

• Service Providers: We may share information with third-party service providers who assist us with payment processing, website hosting, analytics, and other business functions. These providers are required to protect your data and use it only for specified purposes.

• Legal Obligations: We may disclose personal information if required by law or in response to legal requests, such as subpoenas or court orders.

• Protecting Rights and Safety: We may disclose information to protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, as well as that of our employees, students, or others.

4. Data Security

KIND Conservatory is committed to protecting your personal information. We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to secure your data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, please note that no security measure is entirely foolproof, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.

5. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: Request a copy of the information we hold about you.

• Correction: Update or correct any inaccuracies in your information.

• Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal requirements.

• Opt-Out: Opt out of receiving marketing communications from us. You may still receive essential updates related to your enrollment or interactions with KIND Conservatory.

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

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, track website usage, and personalize content. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies; however, this may affect your ability to use certain features on our website.

7. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children under the age of 13 without parental consent. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without verification of parental consent, we will delete that information promptly.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information. Any changes will be posted with an updated effective date.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

KIND Conservatory
Email: info@kindconservatory.com
Phone: (208) 405-2007
Address: 412 W Center, Pocatello, ID 83204

KIND Conservatory, Inc. admits students and employs faculty and staff of any race, color, national origin, and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available at the school. KIND Conservatory does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and financial aid programs, employment and faculty hiring practices, and all other school-administered programs and activities.

Admissions

KIND Conservatory welcomes applications from all students regardless of race, color, national origin, or ethnic origin. Admission decisions are based solely on the student's interest in music education and the availability of appropriate instruction.

Scholarships and Financial Aid

Need-based financial assistance is available to all enrolled and prospective students without regard to race, color, national origin, or ethnic origin. Applications for financial aid are evaluated solely on the basis of demonstrated financial need.

Faculty and Staff Employment

KIND Conservatory is committed to recruiting, hiring, and retaining faculty and staff without discrimination based on race, color, national origin, or ethnic origin. All faculty and staff are provided equal terms and conditions of employment, compensation, benefits, and opportunities for professional development regardless of race, color, national origin, or ethnic origin.

Curriculum and Programs

All curricular and extracurricular programs, including the annual GEMS Piano Competition, student recitals, and ensemble participation, are open to all students without regard to race, color, national origin, or ethnic origin.

Community Engagement

KIND Conservatory is committed to serving the entire East Idaho community. All community programs, performances, and events are open to participants and audiences of any race, color, national origin, or ethnic origin.

Grievance and Reporting

Any student, family member, faculty member, staff member, or community member who believes they have been subject to discrimination may contact the Executive Director directly. All complaints will be reviewed promptly and in good faith.

Contact

KIND Conservatory, Inc. info@kindconservatory.org +1 (208) 405 2099 www.kindconservatory.org

TUITION RECOGNITION DISCOUNT

Official Policy • Effective January 1, 2026

Overview

KIND Conservatory offers a 30% reduction in tuition, applied for the full calendar year, to students who demonstrate exceptional commitment to their musical development. Students may qualify through one of two tracks. Regardless of the number of qualifying tracks a student satisfies, the maximum discount available is 30%. Discounts do not stack.

The discount is applied to the calendar year immediately following the qualifying period. A student must requalify each year to maintain the discount.

Track 1 — Performance Achievement

Students who meet all four of the following requirements during the prior calendar year qualify for the 30% tuition reduction:

1. Completion of 40 or more lessons

2. Participation in a minimum of 3 recitals

3. A score of 95 or higher on the Certificate of Achievement Exam or its equivalent.

4. Advancement to the finals of the GEMS Piano Competition. For voice and other instruments: participation in NATS, IMTA, NAME All-state.

All four criteria must be met within the same qualifying calendar year. Partial qualification does not result in a partial discount.

Track 2 — KIND Chamber Orchestra

Students who actively participate in the KIND Chamber Orchestra qualify for the same 30% tuition reduction. All orchestral instruments are welcome, including strings, brass, woodwinds, and percussion.

To qualify, students must meet both of the following requirements during the qualifying calendar year:

Active enrollment in at least one full semester of the KIND Chamber Orchestra

No more than two absences from rehearsals during the qualifying period

Application Process

The Tuition Recognition Discount is not applied automatically. Families must submit a completed Tuition Recognition Application to receive the discount. The annual deadline for submission is January 31st. Applications received after this date will not be considered for the current calendar year.

Conservatory staff will verify all qualifying activity on record. Families may be asked to provide supporting documentation. The Conservatory reserves the right to deny any application where qualifying criteria cannot be confirmed.

Application forms are available from the main office or upon request.

Grandfathered Tuition Rates

Students currently enrolled under grandfathered tuition rates will retain those rates through December 31, 2026. No action is required during this period.

Beginning January 1, 2027, students on grandfathered rates must qualify annually under the same criteria described in Track 1 or Track 2 above in order to maintain their grandfathered pricing. Students who do not qualify in a given year will transition to standard tuition rates effective January 1st of the following year.

This policy is effective immediately and families are encouraged to use the 2026 calendar year to work toward qualification.

General Provisions

This policy is effective January 1, 2026.

KIND Conservatory reserves the right to amend this policy with reasonable advance notice to enrolled families.

Questions regarding eligibility or the application process should be directed to the Conservatory administrative office.

This discount applies to standard tuition only and may not be combined with other promotional offers unless explicitly authorized in writing by Conservatory leadership.

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