Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 24, 2026

Lincoln-Martí Charter Schools, operated by Educational Management Associates, L.L.C. ("Lincoln-Martí Charter Schools," "we," "us," or "our"), is committed to protecting the privacy of the families, students, and visitors who use our website. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect through lincoln-marticharters.com (the "Site"), how we use and share it, and the choices you have. Please read it carefully. By using the Site, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

As publicly funded charter schools, we are also subject to federal and Florida laws governing student records, student data privacy, and public records. This website Privacy Policy describes our online practices and does not replace or limit the rights and obligations established by those laws, which are summarized below.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide to Us

We collect information that you voluntarily provide when you interact with the Site, such as when you complete our contact form or otherwise reach out to us. This typically includes your name, telephone number, email address, and the contents of your message. Student enrollment and registration are handled through separate processes, which may include third-party registration platforms linked from the Site; information you submit through those platforms is governed by the school's enrollment procedures and applicable law.

Information We Collect Automatically

When you visit the Site, we and our service providers may automatically collect certain technical information through cookies and similar technologies, including your IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, pages viewed, links clicked, the referring website, and the dates and times of your visits. This information helps us operate, secure, and improve the Site. For more detail, please see our Cookie Policy.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Respond to your inquiries and communicate with you about our schools, programs, and events;
  • Provide information requested by prospective and current families;
  • Operate, maintain, secure, and improve the Site;
  • Monitor and analyze usage and trends to enhance the visitor experience;
  • Detect, prevent, and address technical issues or unauthorized activity; and
  • Comply with applicable legal obligations, including those related to public education.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The Site uses cookies and similar technologies, and presents a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies and to manage your preferences by category. For information about the categories of cookies we use and how to manage them, please see our Cookie Policy.

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in the following limited circumstances:

  • Service providers. With trusted vendors who perform services on our behalf, such as website hosting, form processing, and analytics, and who are obligated to protect your information.
  • Educational and governmental authorities. With our sponsoring school district, the Florida Department of Education, and other governmental authorities as required for the operation, oversight, and reporting obligations of publicly funded charter schools.
  • Legal compliance and public records. When required by law, including in response to public records requests and other legal process, as described below.
  • Safety and rights. To protect the rights, property, or safety of our schools, students, families, staff, or the public.

Student Education Records (FERPA)

Student education records maintained by our schools are protected under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and applicable Florida law. FERPA affords parents and eligible students (students who are 18 or older or attending a postsecondary institution) certain rights with respect to the student's education records, including the right to inspect and review the records, the right to request the amendment of records the parent or eligible student believes are inaccurate or misleading, and the right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent (for example, to school officials with legitimate educational interests).

This website Privacy Policy does not modify those rights. Questions regarding student education records, including requests to inspect, review, or amend records, should be directed to your child's campus administration. Information about directory information and your right to opt out of its disclosure is provided through the school's annual FERPA notification.

Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA)

The Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment (PPRA) affords parents certain rights regarding our conduct of surveys, the collection and use of information for marketing purposes, and certain physical examinations. Where applicable, parents will be notified and given the opportunity to consent or opt out in accordance with the law.

Children's Privacy (COPPA)

We care deeply about the privacy of children. Our Site is intended to be used by parents, guardians, and adult visitors, and it is not directed to children for the purpose of collecting personal information from them online. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under the age of 13 through the Site without appropriate consent, consistent with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). In the educational context, where online services or applications are used for school purposes, consent may be provided by the school on behalf of parents as permitted by law. If you believe a child has provided personal information through the Site without appropriate consent, please contact us so we can take appropriate steps to delete that information.

Florida Student Data Privacy

As publicly funded schools in Florida, we handle student data in accordance with applicable Florida law governing the privacy and security of student information, in addition to FERPA. We work with our sponsoring district and education technology providers with the goal of safeguarding student data and limiting its use to legitimate educational purposes.

Public Records Notice

As publicly funded charter schools, certain records in our possession may be public records subject to disclosure under Florida's public records laws (Chapter 119, Florida Statutes). This means that communications sent to us, including email and messages submitted through the Site, may be subject to public disclosure. Certain records, including student education records protected by FERPA, are exempt or confidential and are not subject to public disclosure. If you have a question about whether particular information may be disclosed, please contact us before submitting it.

Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect the information we collect against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Choices

You may manage cookies through the Site's cookie banner and through your browser settings, as described in our Cookie Policy. If you would like to review or update personal information you have submitted through the Site, please contact us using the information below, and we will respond consistent with applicable law.

Third-Party Links

The Site contains links to third-party websites and services, including our online registration platform, the FortifyFL reporting tool, and social media pages. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Related Policies

Please also review the following, which apply to your use of the Site:

  • Cookie Policy — how we use cookies and similar technologies.
  • Terms of Use — the terms that govern your use of the Site.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. When we make changes, we will revise the "Effective Date" above and post the updated policy on this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

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

Lincoln-Martí Charter Schools
c/o Educational Management Associates, L.L.C.
2700 S.W. 8 Street
Miami, FL 33135
Phone: (305) 643-4888
Email: main@lincoln-marti.com