Effective Date: March 1, 2025
Welcome to Out-of-School Time Essentials (OST Essentials). By accessing or using our
website and services, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms and
Conditions. Please read this agreement carefully. If you do not agree with any part of these
terms, you should not use our website or services.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing, browsing, or using the OST Essentials website or any of our services, you
acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions,
as well as our Privacy Policy.
We reserve the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time without prior notice.
Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our website. It is your
responsibility to review these terms periodically.
2. Purpose and Scope of Services
OST Essentials provides resources, guidance, and support to adults who interact with
children and youth in non-traditional educational and mentoring settings. Our services
include, but are not limited to:
Online content, tips, and best practices for working with children and youth
Educational materials and toolkits
Workshops, training sessions, and webinars
Community and peer support opportunities
These services are offered on an "as-is" basis and may be updated, modified, or
discontinued at any time without notice.
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3. User Responsibilities
By using OST Essentials’ website or services, you agree to:
• Use our resources responsibly and only for lawful purposes.
• Respect all copyrighted content, trademarks, and proprietary materials
provided on our website.
• Refrain from misusing, modifying, reproducing, distributing, or exploiting our
materials without express permission.
• Provide accurate and truthful information when creating an account or interacting
with us.
• Not engage in harassment, abuse, threats, or any harmful behavior toward OST
Essentials staff, community members, or other users.
We reserve the right to restrict, suspend, or terminate access to our website or services
for anyone who violates these terms.
4. Right to Exclude Users from Services
While our goal is to provide services to everyone, OST Essentials reserves the right to
deny access to services, accounts, or resources at our discretion, without prior
notice, for any of the following reasons:
• Violation of these Terms and Conditions
• Engaging in harmful, disruptive, or unlawful behavior
• Misuse or misrepresentation of OST Essentials’ content or mission
• Any other reason that, in our sole discretion, affects the integrity, safety, or
operation of our services
Decisions regarding exclusion from services are final and will be enforced to protect the
community and mission of OST Essentials.
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5. Intellectual Property Rights
All content, including text, graphics, logos, videos, tools, and educational materials, is the
exclusive property of OST Essentials and is protected by copyright, trademark, and
intellectual property laws.
Users may:
Access and use materials for personal, educational, and non-commercial purposes
Share links to OST Essentials content with proper credit
Users may not:
Copy, reproduce, distribute, or modify our materials without written permission
Use OST Essentials content for commercial gain
Remove or alter any copyright notices or proprietary labels
Violating these restrictions may result in legal action.
6. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability
No Guarantees – OST Essentials provides educational content and resources for
informational purposes only. We do not guarantee specific outcomes, results, or
improvements from using our services.
No Professional Advice – Content on our website should not be considered
professional, legal, medical, or psychological advice. If you require expert assistance,
please consult a qualified professional.
Limitation of Liability – OST Essentials and its affiliates are not liable for any direct,
indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from the use of our website,
services, or resources.
No Responsibility for Third-Party Links – Our website may contain links to external
sites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party
websites.
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7. Account Registration and Security
Certain OST Essentials services may require users to create an account. By registering, you
agree to:
• Provide accurate and up-to-date information
• Keep your account credentials secure and not share them with others
• Notify us immediately if you suspect unauthorized access to your account
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms.
8. Payment and Refund Policy
Some OST Essentials services or products may require payment.
• Payments are securely processed through third-party payment processors.
• Refund Policy – Refunds may be available on a case-by-case basis, subject to the
specific service or product purchased.
For payment-related inquiries, please contact us at [Insert Contact Email].
9. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of [Insert State/Country], without
regard to conflict of law principles.
Disputes shall be resolved through:
1. 2. Good Faith Negotiation – Users agree to attempt resolving disputes informally.
Mediation/Arbitration – If informal resolution is unsuccessful, disputes may be
handled through mediation or arbitration in [Insert Location].
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3. Legal Action – If necessary, legal claims must be filed in [Insert Jurisdiction].
Users waive the right to participate in class action lawsuits against OST Essentials.
10. Termination of Services
OST Essentials reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of our
services, website, or access at any time, for any reason, without liability.
We may terminate services if:
• A user violates these Terms and Conditions
• A user engages in harmful, unlawful, or disruptive behavior
• OST Essentials undergoes operational changes
Termination of service does not remove any legal rights, obligations, or liabilities
incurred prior to termination.
11. Contact Information
For any questions or concerns regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:
Website: www.ostessentials.com
By continuing to use the OST Essentials website and services, you acknowledge and agree
to these Terms and Conditions. Thank you for being part of our community and helping to
create positive experiences for children and youth.
