ITTexas Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions

Last updated: July 28, 2025

Overview

At Innovative Teachers of Texas (ITT), we respect and value your privacy. As a professional membership organization serving educators across Texas, we are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, how we use it, and how we keep it safe. It also explains your rights and how you can contact us about your information. This document is meant to give you peace of mind and transparency about how we handle your data as a member, website visitor, or event participant.

Collection, Use & Disclosure of Personal Information
We only collect personal information that we need to serve our members and operate our programs effectively. The types of data we collect include:

Information We Collect

• Your name, email address, phone number, and mailing address

• Your role in education (e.g., teacher, administrator, retired) and your school district or employer

• Payment or billing information (for membership dues, event fees, etc.)

• Information you provide during registration for events, webinars, or campaigns

• Technical data (such as IP address or browser type when visiting our website) via cookies

Why We Collect It

We collect this information to:

• Process your membership or event registrations

• Send updates about your benefits, resources, or advocacy alerts

• Deliver services and communications that are helpful and relevant to you

• Maintain accurate records for our internal use

• Improve our website and user experience

How We Use It

We only use your information to provide services you've requested or consented to. Your personal data is never sold.

When We Might Share It

We may share your information:

• With trusted third-party service providers (like our website host, texting platforms, or email service) who help us run our operations

• If required by law or to protect our rights

• When working with a partner organization on a joint program

We take special care not to share or publish sensitive information, especially anything related to children.

Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If a child provides us with personal information, a parent or guardian may contact us at any time to review or delete the data. If we work directly with children through events or programs, we ensure all materials and communications are written in simple, plain language, in accordance with best practices and legal requirements.

Giving Consent for Others

If you register another individual (such as a guest, colleague, or family member) or create a bundle membership: You are responsible for ensuring that you have their permission to share their personal data with us.

Third-Party Applications

We may use trusted third-party services such as:

• Payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal)

• Email platforms & Texting/Voicemail Services (e.g., MailChimp, ConvertKit)

• CRM or membership platforms

These services only receive the data they need to provide their service. We confirm that each provider follows data privacy rules and can handle data access or deletion requests from our members if needed.

Contact Us

You have the right to:

• Ask what data we have about you

• Request a correction or update

• Ask us to delete your information

You can contact us at any time for help with your personal data.

Innovative Teachers of Texas
13492 N Highway 183, Suite 120-151 Austin, TX  78750 

Email: ContactUs @ ITTexas.org

Phone: 512-360-8489

We take privacy seriously and will respond to requests in a timely and respectful manner.

**Terms & Conditions**

Effective Date: August 21, 2020
Last Updated: July 28, 2025

These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of the website and services of Innovative Teachers of Texas (ITT). By using our site, registering as a member, or participating in our events or programs, you agree to follow these Terms.

1. Who We Are

Innovative Teachers of Texas is a Texas-based professional association supporting educators with resources, advocacy, and community. These Terms are intended to ensure your experience with ITT is secure, fair, and beneficial.

2. Acceptable Use of Our Website

You agree to use our website and services lawfully. You may not:

• Interfere with or disrupt our website or systems

• Attempt to access data or materials not intended for you

• Use our content without permission

• Impersonate another person or use another person’s information without their consent

3. Membership Terms

• Membership is available to qualifying individuals upon approval and payment of dues.

• Membership benefits may include newsletters, insurance benefits, event access, legal resources, advocacy campaigns, and more.

• ITT reserves the right to update, modify, or discontinue membership features with notice.

• Membership may be revoked for misconduct or behavior that undermines ITT’s mission or violates these Terms.

4. Event Registration & Participation

• Registration may be required to attend certain events.

• By registering someone else (e.g., a guest or child), you confirm you have their consent.

• We may contact guests or minors to confirm consent or clarify participation details.

• ITT reserves the right to cancel or modify events at its discretion.

5. Intellectual Property

All content on our website (text, images, logos, videos, etc.) belongs to ITT unless otherwise noted. You may not reproduce, distribute, or use our content without prior written permission.

6. Third-Party Services

Our website or services may link to third-party platforms (e.g., payment processors, email tools, texting platforms). We are not responsible for the content, terms, or privacy policies of those services.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the extent permitted by law, ITT is not liable for any damages or losses that may result from:

• Your use of our website or services

• Interruptions or technical issues

• Errors in information provided on our site

Use of ITT services is at your own risk.

8. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms at any time. If we do, we’ll update the date at the top of this page. Continued use of our site or services after updates means you accept the new Terms.

10. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Texas. Any disputes will be handled in accordance with Texas law.