Online Privacy Statement

This privacy statement will be updated from time to time so please visit this page regularly.

This Privacy Statement does not apply to linked web sites that are not GHS sites. When you link to another site we recommend you read the privacy statement of that site.

Collection of Information

Two types of online data is collected by GHS

• Visitor Logs and Statistics
• Information provided by users through online forms, registration, databases and feedback (When personal information is collected online through for example databases and forms, a privacy notice informing you how your personal information will be collected, used and protected will be available).

Visitor Logs and Statistics

GHS sites gather statistics on users' online experience.

Information collected includes:

• Visitor server addresses and domains
• The times and dates the site was visited
• The pages visitors accessed and files downloaded
• Visitors' browsers and operating systems

The main purpose for collecting this information is to provide statistical information used for web-site and system administration.; The information does not identify individual users but does identify the computer that is used to access our sites.

Logged information is not disclosed outside of GHS staff or those under contract to conduct maintenance to web server components.; We make no attempt to identify individuals from these records unless it is necessary to the investigation of a breach of law.

User Information

Some GHS sites require visitors to provide personal information when they engage in online activities such as entering their online course selection abd completing online forms and feedback. Personal information collected may include a visitor's first and last name, e-mail address, and/or telephone number. GHS will inform you how your personal information will be used at the point of collection.

Internet Risks

Any personal information collected is used for the purpose of providing on-line services and monitoring these. All GHS staff have a legal duty to protect the privacy of your personal information and ensure it is used only for the purpose to which you have agreed.; GHS does not make available users' personal information to other organizations or individuals. Personal information is handled in accordance with Victorian privacy legislation and is stored and disposed of in accordance with GHS's Record Keeping Policy.;

There are inherent risks associated with the transmission of personal information via the Internet as it is not a secure medium. Do not provide any secure personal information online such as a credit card number or information that you wish to keep confidential. To understand these risks read the information on the Australian Internet Safety Advisory Body website.

Geelong High School has made every effort to implement security policies, rules and measures to protect your information from unauthorised access, improper use, alteration and destruction.

GHS does not guarantee secure transmission of data transmitted via its websites. If you have any concerns providing the personal information asked for please call the GHS IT Support team on 61-3-5229-2221 and we can make arrangements to suit you.

If you would like more information or to access your personal information or to amend or correct it collected please contact the the GHS IT Support team on 61-3-5229-2221.

Use of Authenticated GHS sites

The GHS secure sites, which require a username and password for access verification gather information on a user's online experiences, through the use of a visitors username. Please keep your access codes secure and do not share them.

Use of Cookies

Cookies are small text files which are generated by our servers and stored onto your computer. They allow us to recognise when you return to certain sites and allow us to register user preferences.

On GHS sites that use cookies, a cookie is sent from our server and automatically placed on your computer without notification. Personal preferences or information may be stored in the cookie which is then sent back to the server on completion of the session. Cookies may be turned off within your browser, however, this may make some sites unusable.

More information on cookies can be found on Cookie Central.

Conclusion

GHS welcomes your comments regarding this Privacy Statement. If you believe that any GHS division, site, or employee has not adhered to this Statement please contact GHS by mail, or fax.

IT Support Team
Geelong High School
Ryrie Streen
East Geelong; VIC 3219
Fax: 61-3-5229-6702

For further information regarding Privacy, view the Victorian Information Privacy Act 2000 or go to the Office of Victorian Privacy Commissioners website.