Our commitment to uncovering health and disability rights violations in special education rests on a foundation of transparency, accountability, and respect for the rights of our community members. By creating an account on Special Education Muckraker, you agree to adhere to these principles and acknowledge that we may enforce termination or content removal when actions threaten the integrity of our investigative mission.
Account Termination
- We reserve the right to terminate any user account that repeatedly violates our Community Conduct Policy, including but not limited to harassment, false reporting, or attempts to obstruct investigations.
- Termination may also occur if a user engages in illegal activity, shares copyrighted material without permission, or repeatedly posts misinformation that undermines the safety of special‑education stakeholders.
- When an account is terminated, all associated login credentials become invalid, and the user will be barred from creating a new account using the same email address or other identifying information.
Content Removal
- Content that is defamatory, harassing, or that reveals personally identifiable information (PII) without consent will be removed promptly upon verification.
- We will also remove any material that infringes on intellectual property rights, violates applicable federal or state law, or is deemed to be spam or unsolicited advertising.
- If you believe your content was removed in error, you may submit a written request through the Contact Us page; we will review the request and provide a response within 30 days.
Data Handling and Privacy
- All personal data collected during registration (including name, email, and optional demographic information) is stored on secure servers located in the United States and is used solely to facilitate account management, communication, and investigative collaboration.
- We do not sell, rent, or otherwise disclose personally identifiable information to third parties, except when required by law or to protect the safety of individuals involved in our investigations.
- Upon account termination, we will retain necessary audit logs for a minimum of 90 days before securely deleting all user‑specific data, unless longer retention is mandated by legal obligations.
Our investigative work is driven by the belief that every student with special needs deserves equitable health care and educational opportunities. By adhering to these terms, you help safeguard the platform that brings hidden violations to light and supports the broader community of advocates, parents, and professionals dedicated to systemic change.