Terms of Use

Muslim American Community Association (MACA) Weekend Islamic School Website

Effective Date: January 15, 2025
Last Updated: September 2, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the MACA Weekend Islamic School website (school.macanj.org/macaweekendschool.org) (“Website”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Website. The Muslim American Community Association (“MACA,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time.

2. Description of Services

The Website provides information about:

  • Islamic Sunday School programs and curriculum
  • Registration and enrollment information
  • Educational resources and materials
  • Community events and activities
  • Contact information and communication tools

These services are provided for informational and educational purposes related to our Islamic Sunday School programs.

3. Eligibility and Registration

3.1 General Use
The Website is available to all visitors for informational purposes.

3.2 Student Registration

  • Children must be age 5 by August 30 of the enrollment year
  • Birth certificate required at registration
  • Parents/guardians must complete all registration requirements
  • Enrollment is subject to availability and School policies

3.3 Volunteer Registration
Teachers and volunteers must:

  • Be at least 18 years old
  • Complete background checks as required
  • Agree to additional volunteer terms and policies

4. User Conduct and Acceptable Use

You agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree NOT to:

  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations
  • Infringe upon the rights of others
  • Upload or transmit viruses or malicious code
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Website
  • Interfere with or disrupt the Website or servers
  • Collect or harvest information about others without consent
  • Use the Website for commercial purposes without authorization
  • Post content that is offensive, inappropriate, or contrary to Islamic values
  • Impersonate another person or entity
  • Submit false or misleading information

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 MACA Content
All content on the Website, including text, graphics, logos, images, audio, video, and software, is the property of MACA or its content suppliers and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

5.2 Limited License
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to:

  • View and download materials for personal, non-commercial use
  • Print pages for personal reference
  • Share links to our Website

5.3 Restrictions
You may NOT:

  • Modify, copy, distribute, transmit, display, reproduce, or create derivative works from the Website
  • Use content for commercial purposes without written permission
  • Remove copyright or proprietary notices

6. User-Submitted Content

6.1 Responsibility
You are solely responsible for any content you submit through contact forms or other features. By submitting content, you represent that:

  • You have the right to submit the content
  • The content is accurate and not misleading
  • The content does not violate these Terms or any laws

6.2 License Grant
By submitting content, you grant MACA a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, and display the content for purposes related to our mission and operations.

6.3 No Obligation
We are not obligated to publish, maintain, or respond to submitted content.

7. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of the Website is subject to our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using the Website, you consent to our collection and use of information as described in the Privacy Policy.

7.1 Children’s Privacy

  • We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent
  • Parents may contact us to review or request deletion of their child’s information
  • See our Privacy Policy for complete details

7.2 Cookies
We use essential cookies for Website functionality. By using the Website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in our Privacy Policy.

8. Third-Party Links and Content

The Website may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for:

  • The content or practices of third-party sites
  • Any transactions or interactions with third parties
  • Privacy practices of external sites

We encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

8.1 Educational Platform Integration
When you access third-party educational platforms through our programs:

  • You are subject to both our Terms and the platform’s terms
  • We are not responsible for the platform’s functionality or content beyond our control
  • Technical support for platforms may be provided by the third-party vendor
  • We will make reasonable efforts to ensure platform compatibility with our educational goals

9. Disclaimers

9.1 No Warranties
THE WEBSITE AND ALL CONTENT ARE PROVIDED “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.

9.2 Educational Information
Information on the Website is for general educational purposes and should not be considered as formal religious rulings (fatwa) or professional advice.

9.3 Accuracy
While we strive for accuracy, we do not guarantee that information on the Website is complete, current, or error-free.

10. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, MACA AND ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AND VOLUNTEERS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM:

  • Your use or inability to use the Website
  • Any errors or omissions in content
  • Unauthorized access to your information
  • Any third-party conduct

IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY EXCEED $100.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless MACA, its officers, directors, employees, volunteers, and affiliates from any claims, losses, damages, liabilities, and expenses (including attorney’s fees) arising from:

  • Your use of the Website
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any rights of another party
  • Any content you submit

12. Modifications and Termination

12.1 Modifications to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting to the Website. Your continued use constitutes acceptance of modified Terms.

12.2 Termination
We may terminate or suspend your access to the Website at any time, without notice, for any reason, including violation of these Terms.

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of New Jersey, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Camden County, New Jersey.

14. Dispute Resolution

14.1 Informal Resolution
Before filing any legal action, you agree to attempt to resolve disputes informally by contacting us.

14.2 Arbitration
Any disputes not resolved informally shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

14.3 Class Action Waiver
You agree to resolve disputes only on an individual basis and waive any right to participate in class actions.

15. Additional Terms for Specific Services

15.1 Online Donations

  • Donations are processed through secure third-party payment processors
  • Donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law
  • We will provide receipts for tax purposes

15.2 Event Registration

  • Registration for events may require additional information
  • Space may be limited and offered first-come, first-served
  • Cancellation policies vary by event

15.3 Educational Materials

  • Educational materials are for registered students and families
  • Materials may not be redistributed without permission
  • Some materials may require login credentials

15.4 Third-Party Educational Platforms

Use of Educational Technology
Our educational programs utilize various third-party platforms including but not limited to:

  • Gibbon School Management System
  • Moodle Learning Management System
  • Other educational technology tools

Platform-Specific Terms

  • You agree to comply with the terms of service of all third-party platforms used in our programs
  • Account credentials provided for educational platforms are for authorized users only
  • Parents are responsible for their children’s use of educational platforms
  • Sharing login credentials is prohibited except between parent and child

Account Creation and Management

  • We may create accounts on your behalf for educational platforms
  • You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of login credentials
  • You must notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
  • Accounts are for educational purposes only and may be terminated upon withdrawal from the school

Content on Third-Party Platforms

  • Educational content accessed through third-party platforms remains the property of MACA or the platform provider
  • You may not download, copy, or redistribute educational materials unless explicitly permitted
  • Student work submitted through platforms may be retained for educational records

Platform Availability

  • We do not guarantee continuous availability of third-party platforms
  • We are not responsible for platform outages or technical issues
  • Alternative arrangements will be made when possible for platform unavailability

Data Portability

  • Upon withdrawal, you may request export of your child’s educational data from platforms we control
  • Some platform data may not be portable due to technical or legal limitations

16. Accessibility

We are committed to making our Website accessible to all users. If you have difficulty accessing any content, please contact us:

17. General Provisions

17.1 Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and MACA regarding the Website.

17.2 Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force.

17.3 Waiver
Our failure to enforce any provision shall not constitute a waiver of that provision.

17.4 Assignment
You may not assign these Terms without our written consent. We may assign these Terms at any time.

17.5 Force Majeure
We shall not be liable for any failure to perform due to causes beyond our reasonable control.

18. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms of Use:

MACA Islamic Sunday School
3 Lafayette Ave
Voorhees, NJ 08043
Email: school@macanj.org
Contact Page: https://school.macanj.org/contact-us/
Website: school.macanj.org

Office Hours:
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM (during school term)

19. Special Provisions for Minors

If you are under 18 years of age:

  • You must have parental permission to use the Website
  • Parents are responsible for supervising their children’s use
  • We encourage parents to discuss online safety with their children

20. Copyright Infringement

If you believe content on our Website infringes your copyright, please contact us with:

  • Description of the copyrighted work
  • Location of the alleged infringing material
  • Your contact information
  • Statement of good faith belief
  • Statement of accuracy under penalty of perjury

Last Updated: September 2, 2025

The Muslim American Community Association (MACA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit religious organization registered in the State of New Jersey.