I. Introduction
Welcome to Harmony International School! We are committed to providing a safe and secure learning environment for our students, staff, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data.
II. Information We Collect:
Students:
- Names, contact information (addresses, phone numbers, emails)
- Academic records (grades, attendance, test scores)
- Emergency contact details
- Photos for school ID and yearbook (with parental consent)
Parents/Guardians:
- Contact information
- Emergency contact details
- Financial information (if applicable for online payments)
Staff:
- Names, contact information
- Employment data (qualifications, salary)
- Work performance reviews
Website Visitors:
- IP addresses
- Browsing history on school website
- Cookies (small files storing website preferences)
III. How We Use the Information:
Students:
- Communicate school updates, announcements, and event details
- Share academic progress reports with parents/guardians
- Manage student records for internal operations
- Personalize online learning platform experiences
Parents/Guardians:
- Stay informed about school activities and their child’s progress
- Facilitate communication between school and home
- Process online payments (if applicable)
Staff:
- Conduct school operations and manage logistics
- Track employee performance and qualifications
- Facilitate internal communication and collaboration
Website Visitors:
- Improve website functionality and user experience
- Analyze website traffic patterns for optimization
- Personalize website content based on browsing history (optional)
IV. Data Sharing and Storage:
We may share data with third-party service providers who assist us with school operations, such as educational platforms or online payment gateways. We carefully select these providers and ensure they have strong data security practices. All data is stored securely on encrypted servers and accessed only by authorized personnel.
V. User Rights and Choices:
- Students: Parents/guardians can access and update their child’s information through a secure online portal. Students may also have limited access and control over their own data depending on their age and grade level.
- Parents/Guardians: You can access and update your information and manage your child’s privacy settings through the online portal.
- Staff: You can access and update your personal information through the employee portal.
- Website Visitors: You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences and opt out of data collection by contacting us.
VI. Security Measures:
We implement various security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure, including:
- Secure password protection
- Data encryption
- Firewall and intrusion detection systems
- Regular security audits
VII. Updates and Changes:
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting them on our website or school newsletter.
VIII. Contact Information:
If you have any questions or concerns about our Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected].
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