Privacy Policy

Data Privacy & Security Commitment

Huron City Schools is dedicated to safeguarding the privacy and security of all students, families, and staff. We are committed to maintaining complete transparency in how personal information is collected, used, and protected across all district platforms.

Our goal is to ensure that all data is managed responsibly and in strict compliance with applicable state and federal privacy laws.

Scope of This Policy

This policy outlines our administrative practices for handling information across all:

• Official school building operations and classrooms
• Public-facing district websites and portals
• Digital communication and administrative tools

Our Core Approved Digital Systems

We work closely with third-party vendors to ensure data security compliance. This policy covers all information managed through our primary district-approved platforms, including:

• ParentSquare & StudentSquare — Integrated district, building, and classroom communications
• ProgressBook — Student information management, grading portals, and report cards
• FinalForms — Online athletic clearances, student registration, and medical verification forms

Data Protection Compliance Standards

To protect student and staff data, Huron City Schools aligns its digital practices with key federal regulations:

• FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act): Safeguards the privacy of student education records and grants parents specific access and amendment rights.
• COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act): Restricts the collection of personal information from children under the age of 13 through online services and applications.