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Privacy Policy

 

MyHCSD Mobile App – Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 07/01/2025
Published by: Humboldt County School District (HCSD)
App Name: MyHCSD

1. Introduction

Humboldt County School District is committed to protecting the privacy of our students, families, and staff. This Privacy Policy explains how the MyHCSD mobile app collects, uses, and protects your information.

2. What Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information, depending on your interaction with the app:

  • Personal Information (if provided voluntarily):
     
    • Student name, grade level, school
       
    • Parent or guardian name and contact information
       
    • Login credentials (when applicable for staff access)
       
  • Device and Usage Information:
     
    • App usage statistics (e.g., screens visited)
       
    • Device type, operating system, and app version
       
    • General location (city or region—not precise GPS)
       

We do not collect Social Security numbers, financial data, or precise location data.

3. How We Use Information

Information collected is used to:

  • Provide access to district news, calendars, and notifications
     
  • Enable secure login for staff features (when applicable)
     
  • Improve app functionality and user experience
     
  • Ensure the app is being used appropriately and effectively
     

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or rent any personal information. We may share limited data with trusted service providers solely for the purpose of maintaining and improving the app. These providers are required to protect all data and comply with HCSD standards and applicable laws.

5. Student Data & FERPA Compliance

Any student information collected or accessed through the MyHCSD app complies with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). The app does not display or transmit protected student records without proper authorization.

6. Children’s Privacy

For students under 13, we comply with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). The app does not collect or request personal information from children without parental consent. The app’s student-facing features are informational and do not require student sign-in.

7. Data Security

HCSD and its partners use reasonable administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.

8. Opt-Out & Control

You may uninstall the app at any time. For questions about data use or removal, please contact HCSD using the contact information below.

9. Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. We will notify users of significant changes via the app or HCSD website.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Humboldt County School District
310 E 4th St

Winnemucca, NV 89445

Phone: 775-623-8100

Fax: 775-623-8102