Terms of Use

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Last updated: August 30, 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals (MASSP) website, www.massp.com (“Website”). These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of the Website. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the Website.

MASSP reserves the right to modify these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be posted on this page, and your continued use of the Website after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new terms.

2. User Responsibilities

Account Creation and Security
To access certain features of the Website, you may be required to create an account. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account information and are fully responsible for all activities that occur under your account.

User Conduct
You agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes. You are prohibited from using the Website in any way that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair the Website or interfere with any other party’s use of the Website.

Prohibited Activities
You may not:

  • Use the Website for any illegal or unauthorized purpose.
  • Upload or transmit viruses or any other type of malicious code.
  • Collect or store personal information about others without their consent.
  • Engage in any activity that violates the rights of others.

3. Intellectual Property

Ownership of Content
All content on the Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of MASSP or its content suppliers and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

License to Use the Website
MASSP grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to use the Website for your personal, non-commercial use.

User-Generated Content
If you submit content to the Website, you grant MASSP a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and worldwide license to use, modify, reproduce, distribute, and display such content.

4. Privacy Policy

MASSP values your privacy. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

5. Disclaimers

Educational Content Disclaimer
The educational content provided on the Website is for informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute for professional development, legal advice, or consultation. Users should seek appropriate professional advice for specific issues.

Content Accuracy and Updates
MASSP strives to ensure that the information provided on the Website is accurate and current; however, we cannot guarantee that all content is free from errors or omissions. Users are advised to verify any information before relying on it.

No Professional Advice
The information provided on the Website is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or professional advice.

6. Limitation of Liability

Website Use Risks
Your use of the Website is at your own risk. MASSP is not responsible for any damages resulting from your use of the Website.

No Warranty
The Website is provided “as is” and “as available,” without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

7. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless MASSP, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses arising out of your use of the Website or violation of these Terms of Use.

8. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms of Use are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Michigan, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising out of or related to these Terms of Use or your use of the Website shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Michigan.

9. Termination

MASSP reserves the right to terminate your access to the Website at any time, without notice, for any reason, including if we believe you have violated these Terms of Use.

10. Miscellaneous

Entire Agreement
These Terms of Use constitute the entire agreement between you and MASSP regarding your use of the Website.

Severability
If any provision of these Terms of Use is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

Waiver
The failure of MASSP to enforce any right or provision of these Terms of Use will not be considered a waiver of those rights.

11. Community Standards for User Interaction

Users are expected to engage in respectful and constructive dialogue. Harassment, discrimination, or any form of abusive behavior will not be tolerated and may result in the termination of your account.

12. Student Data Protection

If the Website collects or interacts with student data, MASSP is committed to complying with applicable privacy laws, including FERPA, to ensure the protection and confidentiality of student information.

13. Third-Party Resources

The Website may provide links or access to third-party tools and resources. MASSP is not responsible for the content, functionality, or privacy practices of these external sites. Use of third-party resources is at your own risk.

14. Copyright and Trademark Notices

Copyright

All contents of the MASSP Web Site are: Copyright 2024 MASSP and/or its suppliers. All rights reserved.

Trademarks

The names of actual companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.

The example companies, organizations, products, people and events depicted herein are fictitious. No association with any real company, organization, product, person, or event is intended or should be inferred.

Any rights not expressly granted herein are reserved.

Notices and Procedures for Making Claims of Copyright Infringement

Pursuant to Title 17, United States Code, Section 512(c)(2), notifications of claimed copyright infringement under United States copyright law should be sent to Service Provider’s Designated Agent. ALL INQUIRIES NOT RELEVANT TO THE FOLLOWING PROCEDURE WILL RECEIVE NO RESPONSE. See Notice and Procedure for Making Claims of Copyright Infringement.