SMS Privacy Policy

Effective Date: November 12, 2026

Information We Collect

Riverside Unified School District collects mobile phone numbers and consent from parents and guardians of enrolled students in order to send them personalized and relevant text messages containing school-related updates and information.

How We Use Your Information

We use this information to send school-related text messages, including attendance updates, reminders, and information about school support and resources.

How We Share Your Information

Mobile information will not be sold or shared with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes. Text-messaging opt-in data and consent will not be shared with third parties except the service providers necessary to operate the District’s messaging program, including EveryDay Labs and telecommunications providers. These service providers are contractually required to use the information only for that purpose and to maintain its confidentiality. These providers use the information solely to deliver and support the District’s messages. We may also disclose information when required by law.

Student information shared with EveryDay Labs is provided under the District’s authority as permitted by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). EveryDay Labs acts as a school official with the legitimate educational interest and may use such information for the purposes described in this policy and the District’s agreement with EveryDay Labs.

Message Frequency and Costs

Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply.

Opting Out

Reply STOP to any message to opt out. Reply HELP for help or contact (951) 499-4745.

Data Security

The District and its service providers use reasonable safeguards designed to protect mobile information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.

Data Retention

We retain your mobile phone number and messaging records for as long as your student is enrolled in the District's messaging program, or as required by law. Opt-out records are retained as required by applicable regulations.

Contact Us

For questions about this policy, contact (951) 499-4745.