Last updated: July 19, 2026
Mother of Mercy Academy, Inc. ("MOMA", "we", "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of our students, parents and guardians, employees, and website visitors. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard personal data in accordance with Republic Act No. 10173, the Data Privacy Act of 2012, its Implementing Rules and Regulations, and issuances of the National Privacy Commission (NPC).
Information We Collect
We may collect the following personal information:
- Enrollment and academic records — name, birth date, address, contact details, learner reference number (LRN), previous school records, and grades, as required by the Department of Education;
- Parent and guardian information — names, contact numbers, and addresses provided during enrollment;
- Website inquiries — name, email address, phone number, and message content submitted through our contact form;
- Photographs and recordings — images and videos of school activities, which may be published on our website and official social media pages.
How We Use Your Information
Personal information is used solely for legitimate educational and administrative purposes, including:
- Processing enrollment, registration, and academic records;
- Communicating with parents and guardians about school matters;
- Complying with reporting requirements of the Department of Education and other government agencies;
- Responding to inquiries submitted through our website;
- Documenting and promoting school activities and achievements.
Data Protection
We implement reasonable organizational, physical, and technical security measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Access to student records is limited to authorized school personnel. Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary for the purposes stated above or as required by law.
Sharing of Information
We do not sell or trade personal information. Data may be shared only with the Department of Education and other government agencies as required by law, or with service providers bound by confidentiality obligations.
Your Rights
Under the Data Privacy Act, you have the right to be informed, to access, to correct, and to object to the processing of your personal data, as well as the right to data portability, erasure, and to lodge a complaint with the National Privacy Commission.
Contact for Privacy Concerns
For questions, requests, or concerns regarding this policy or your personal data, please contact:
- Mother of Mercy Academy, Inc.
- Barangay Poblacion, Barobo, Surigao del Sur, Philippines
- Phone: 0907-699-0817
- Email: [email protected]
We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
