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Montessori Compass Terms of Service

Welcome to Montessori Compass, a service provided by Schoolhouse Buddy, LLC (“MC,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms of Service (“Agreement”) govern your use of the Montessori Compass software platform, website, curriculum, and related services (collectively, the “Service”).

By accessing or using the Service, you (“you,” “User,” or “Licensee”) agree to be bound by this Agreement. If you do not agree, you may not use the Service.

1. Overview of the Service

MC provides a cloud-based online software application (“Software”), a Montessori-aligned academic curriculum (“Curriculum”), and related educational resources (“Content”) for school management, classroom record keeping, and parent communication (collectively, the “Product”).


2. Eligibility

The Service is intended for use by schools, administrators, educators, and authorized family members. The Account Owner must be 18 years or older and authorized by school leadership to manage the school’s subscription.

Homeschool educators and schools of all types may use the Service, provided they comply with these Terms and maintain an active subscription.


3. License Grant

Subject to payment and compliance, MC grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Product during your subscription period for educational purposes only.

This license does not transfer ownership. You may not:

  • Sublicense, assign, or transfer your rights without prior written consent
  • Permit unauthorized third-party access (except as required for school operations)


4. Subscription, Billing, and Auto-Renewal

The Product is a paid subscription service:

  • Subscriptions may be billed monthly or annually
  • Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled before the next billing cycle
  • Billing occurs at the start of each subscription term

If a payment fails:

  • A 5-day grace period is provided
  • Access may be suspended if payment is not received

MC will provide advance notice of pricing or material changes. The Account Owner is responsible for maintaining accurate billing information and managing cancellations.


5. Cancellation and Data Deletion

To cancel a subscription:

  • Contact support@montessoricompass.com from the registered email
  • Cancellation takes effect at the end of the billing period

Additional terms:

  • No refunds for partial periods
  • Access continues through the paid term
  • Data is permanently deleted 30 days after cancellation unless requested otherwise

Schools may:

  • Request a downloadable archive within the 30-day window
  • Submit deletion/export requests through support with identity verification


6. Ownership and Intellectual Property

All rights, title, and interest in the Product remain with MC.

  • Your own content remains your property
  • You grant MC a license to use it solely to provide the Service

You may not:

  • Reverse engineer, copy, or modify the Product
  • Export proprietary materials
  • Share access credentials

Curriculum may be customized internally, but proprietary MC content may not be exported.

MC trademarks, logos, and branding may not be used without permission.


7. User Content and Responsibilities

Schools may upload data such as:

  • Student names
  • Attendance
  • Academic records
  • Photos and media

You are responsible for:

  • Obtaining required parental consent
  • Complying with applicable laws, including:
  • FERPA (U.S.)
  • COPPA (U.S.)
  • GDPR (EU/EEA)
  • UK GDPR
  • PIPEDA (Canada)
  • APA (Australia)
  • LGPD (Brazil)
  • POPIA (South Africa)

You must ensure users are trained in proper data handling and compliance.

MC:

  • Does not monitor user content
  • Is not responsible for its accuracy or legality

Data may be transferred and processed in the United States or other jurisdictions where MC operates.

MC does not guarantee compliance with jurisdiction-specific data localization laws. You are responsible for determining suitability.

You acknowledge your organization is the data controller.


8. Support Services

MC provides:

  • Technical support
  • Platform updates and improvements

Support expectations:

  • Target response time: 2 business days
  • Available Monday–Friday (excluding holidays)
  • Emergency support available for critical issues


9. Privacy and Data Protection

Use of the Service is governed by our Privacy Policy.

Key points:

  • Data is stored in U.S. data centers by default
  • Regional storage may be requested (not guaranteed)
  • MC does not sell personal data
  • Data may be shared with trusted sub-processors

Users may request data export or deletion at any time via support.


10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

Excluded Damages:

MC is not liable for:

  • Loss of data
  • Business interruption
  • Lost revenue or profits
  • Lost savings
  • Reputational harm
  • System downtime
  • Inability to use the Service

MC is not liable for events beyond its control (e.g., natural disasters, government actions).

Liability Cap:

MC’s total liability is limited to the amount paid in subscription fees during the 12 months preceding the claim.

This applies to all legal claims, including contract, tort, or negligence.

This does not limit liability for:

  • Gross negligence
  • Willful misconduct
  • Non-excludable legal obligations


11. Termination

MC may suspend or terminate access if you:

  • Breach this Agreement
  • Fail to pay
  • Misuse the platform

Where possible, MC will provide notice and opportunity to cure.

Upon termination:

  • Use of the Service must cease immediately
  • Payment obligations remain


12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This Agreement is governed by the laws of the State of Alaska, United States.

All disputes are subject to:

  • Courts located in Anchorage, Alaska
  • Exclusive jurisdiction of those courts

Additional terms:

  • Prevailing party may recover legal fees
  • Users outside the U.S. must comply with local laws
  • No guarantee of suitability outside the U.S.
  • UN Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods does not apply
  • Jury trial is waived


13. Severability and Waiver

If any provision is unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain valid.

Failure to enforce any right does not constitute a waiver.


14. Assignment and Successors

You may not assign this Agreement without consent.

MC may assign or transfer this Agreement in connection with a merger, acquisition, or change of control.


15. Notices and Communications

You agree to receive notices electronically via:

  • Email
  • In-app notifications

Contact:

  • Support: support@montessoricompass.com
  • Legal: legal@montessoricompass.com


16. Revisions

MC may update this Agreement at any time.

  • Users will be notified of material changes
  • Continued use constitutes acceptance

For additional terms, refer to the Privacy Policy.

Effective Date: May 1, 2025