Privacy Policy
Effective Date: November 17, 2025
Introduction
The Maryland Positive Supports (MD-PS) website is part of the Tiered Supports Collaborative (“TSC”), a network of resources and partnerships operated under the Midwest PBIS Network’s DBA.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information obtained through this website. By accessing or using this site, you agree to the practices described in this Policy.
Information We Collect
We collect limited information necessary to provide educational materials, manage professional learning events, and improve our services.
A . Information You Provide Directly
When you voluntarily engage with our website (e.g., subscribing to updates, registering for events, submitting forms, or contacting us), we may collect:
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Your name and professional affiliation
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Email address or contact information
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Organizational or school information
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Any content you choose to submit (e.g., questions or feedback)
B. Automatically Collected Information
Our website may automatically collect technical information such as:
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Browser type and version
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Device type and operating system
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IP address and general location (city/state)
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Pages visited and referring websites
This information helps us analyze website use and improve accessibility and functionality.
C. Cookies and Analytics
We may use cookies or analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand visitor behavior. Cookies do not collect personal information and can be disabled through your browser settings.
How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
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Provide and improve access to MD-PS and TSC materials
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Communicate about professional learning opportunities or resources
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Respond to inquiries or support requests
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Monitor and enhance website performance and security
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.
Information Sharing
We may share information only with:
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Partner organizations (e.g., Maryland Developmental Disabilities Administration, University of Minnesota Institute on Community Integration) when necessary to fulfill project objectives.
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Service providers (such as website hosting, analytics, or event management tools) who process data on our behalf under confidentiality agreements.
All partners and providers are required to protect your information and use it only for the purposes specified by TSC.
Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet-based system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure. Users are encouraged to protect their own devices and login credentials.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external sites (e.g., partner universities, government agencies, or educational resources). We are not responsible for the content, security, or privacy practices of those external websites.
Children’s Privacy
The MD-PS website is intended for professionals, and organizations. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided information to us, please contact us so we can remove it promptly.
Data Retention
We retain information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with contractual obligations, or meet legal requirements.
Your Rights and Choices
You may request to:
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Access, correct, or delete your personal information
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Opt out of communications or newsletters
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Withdraw consent for data processing (where applicable)
To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@tieredsupports.org
Updates to This Policy
We may revise this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.” Continued use of the site indicates acceptance of the updated terms.
Contact Information
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Accessibility Contact:
Tiered Supports Collaborative
Email: support@tieredsupports.org
In collaboration with:
Maryland Developmental Disabilities Administration and the University of Minnesota Institute on Community Integration.