Terms and Conditions

Tuition & Payments

Smart Schools accepts payment through the use of QuickBooks invoices; we also accept cash at our office and checks via the mail. Customers will receive a monthly invoice emailed to them on their anniversary date of enrollment. Invoices are to be paid manually by the student by/on the due date. Failure to pay tuition by the due date will result in a withdrawal from Smart Schools. Any enrolled automatic payments can be canceled at any time. A student can choose to withdraw from Smart Schools at any time without incurring any fees.

REFUND POLICY

Smart Schools does not issue refunds. A student’s tuition is for access to Smart Schools for the month following the invoice due date. To withdraw from Smart Schools any time before the next monthly tuition due date is to forfeit access to the system and any tuition paid for that access.

Acceptable Use Policy

This policy outlines the acceptable use of Smart Schools (SS) and its subsidiaries’ resources, including but not limited to internet access, email, and other electronic communications, to ensure a safe, respectful, and productive learning environment. The details of the policy outlined below apply to students at Grad Solutions, Smart Schools, Lumos Arts Academy, Southern Arizona Community Academy, and any other entities owned and managed by Graduation Solutions LLC.

1. General Guidelines
   Students must use SS’ resources responsibly and ethically. Access to SS’ resources is a privilege, not a right, and can be revoked if abused. Students are expected to respect the privacy and personal rights of others.

2. Acceptable Use
   Use SS’ resources for educational purposes only. Follow all school policies and procedures when using SS’ resources. Respect the intellectual property rights of others by not plagiarizing or infringing on copyrights.

3. Unacceptable Use
   Do not use SS’ resources for illegal activities, including but not limited to hacking, unauthorized
   access, or distribution of copyrighted materials. Do not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or any
   form of disrespectful communication. Do not share personal information or passwords with others.

4. Internet and Email Use
   Use the internet and email for school-related activities only. Do not access, download, or distribute
   inappropriate or harmful content. Report any suspicious or inappropriate activity to a teacher or
   administrator immediately.

5. Security and Privacy
   Protect your personal information and respect the privacy of others. Do not attempt to bypass
   security measures or access restricted areas. Report any security breaches or concerns to a teacher
   or administrator.

6. Consequences of Violations
   Violations of this policy may result in disciplinary action, including but not limited to loss of access to GS’ resources, suspension, or expulsion. Legal action may be taken if laws are broken.

7. Agreement
   By using SS’ resources, students agree to abide by this Acceptable Use Policy. Failure to comply
   may result in disciplinary action.

Academic Integrity Policy

• I will do my own work.

• I am aware that all final exams will be proctored.

• I will not copy another person’s work, in whole or in part, and submit as my own.

• I will not consult unauthorized material or information during tests unless my teacher gives me permission.

• I will not plagiarize.

• I will not copy text, graphics, mathematics solutions, artistic layouts, or presentations, or any ideas in any form from another source without proper citation.

• I will not communicate exam information or answers during or following an exam.

• I will not provide unwarranted access to materials or information so that credit may be wrongly claimed by others.

• I will not turn in an original paper or project for more than one different class assignment.

• I will not, in laboratory situations, falsify or fabricate data or observations, including computer output.

Informed Consent

No student will be considered for enrollment until all necessary documentation is received and student eligibility is verified. Misrepresentation or omission of facts on the application may result in denial or nullification of enrollment. The student also agrees that they will meet the monthly course progress requirement, as well as the contact requirements set forth by the mentor/teacher/learning plan.

These terms and conditions can be amended at any time.