Terms of Service

Introduction

Welcome to Mount Sinai School (the "School", "we", "us", or "our"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website, mobile application, and services (collectively, the "Service"). By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please discontinue use immediately.

1. Use License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our Service for your personal and educational purposes only. You agree not to:

• Copy, modify, or distribute content without permission
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service
• Use the Service for unlawful purposes
• Transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
• Engage in any activity that disrupts the Service
• Harvest or scrape data from the Service without permission
• Reverse engineer, decompile, or attempt to derive any proprietary information

2. User Accounts and Credentials

If you create an account with us, you are responsible for:

• Maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials
• Ensuring accuracy of information provided during enrollment
• Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized access
• Updating your personal information to keep it current

You are responsible for all activities that occur through your account, whether or not authorized by you. The School shall not be liable for any loss or damage resulting from unauthorized use of your account.

3. Admission and Enrollment

Admission to Mount Sinai School is subject to:

• Completion of the admission application form with accurate information
• Fulfillment of admission requirements and procedures
• School management discretion and approval
• Compliance with school rules and regulations
• Valid academic qualifications and health status

The School reserves the right to refuse admission or terminate enrollment if a student fails to comply with school policies or engages in misconduct.

4. Fees and Payments

By enrolling at Mount Sinai School, you agree to:

• Pay all tuition and applicable fees as per the fee structure
• Pay fees by the due date specified by the School
• Provide valid payment information for online payments
• Understand that late payments may result in penalties or suspension of services

All payments are non-refundable except as explicitly stated in the student enrollment contract. The School may suspend academic services for students with outstanding dues.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on our Service, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of Mount Sinai School or its content suppliers and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

You agree not to reproduce, distribute, transmit, or display any content without express written permission from the School. Educational materials provided through this Service are for personal educational use only and may not be shared publicly or commercially exploited.

6. Acceptable Use Policy

You agree to use our Service in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. You must not engage in:

• Harassment, bullying, or threatening behavior toward other users
• Posting offensive, obscene, or abusive content
• Impersonating other individuals
• Sharing confidential school or student information
• Engaging in academic dishonesty or plagiarism
• Any illegal activities

7. Student Conduct and Discipline

All students are expected to:

• Maintain high standards of personal conduct
• Respect the rights and dignity of others
• Follow all school rules and regulations
• Dress appropriately as per school uniform policy
• Maintain academic integrity and honesty
• Participate actively in school activities

The School may take disciplinary action, including counseling, suspension, or expulsion, for violations of conduct standards. Parents/guardians will be notified of serious infractions.

8. Third-Party Links and Content

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites and services. We do not endorse or assume responsibility for third-party content, products, or services. Your use of third-party services is governed by their own terms and conditions. We recommend reviewing their policies before use.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS. WE MAKE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, REGARDING THE SERVICE, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE.

10. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

• The School shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• The School's total liability shall not exceed the amount paid by you in the past 12 months
• The School is not liable for third-party actions or content
• The School is not liable for system downtime or service interruptions beyond reasonable control

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Mount Sinai School, its officers, employees, and agents from any and all claims, damages, liabilities, and expenses arising from your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.

12. Modification of Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting to our Service. Your continued use of the Service following changes constitutes your acceptance of the modified Terms. We recommend reviewing these Terms periodically.

13. Termination of Service

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Service immediately, without notice, if you violate these Terms or engage in conduct we deem harmful to the School or other users. You may terminate your account by contacting the school administration.

14. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of courts located in the state where the School is registered.

15. Dispute Resolution

In the event of any dispute arising from these Terms or the Service:

• First, attempt informal resolution through written communication with the School
• If unresolved after 30 days, the matter may be escalated to formal mediation
• If mediation fails, disputes shall be resolved through arbitration or litigation as applicable under law

16. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.