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Code of ConductSTUDENTS' RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIESRIGHTSStudents have the right to be treated with respect and dignity. They are entitled to an appropriate school program delivered by qualified staff, and the right to request additional guidance or help. Students have the right to live, work and play in a safe place. They have the right to be free from bodily harm. Students also have the right to learn in an environment free from bias, discrimination or harassment. RESPONSIBILITIES - DUTIES OF STUDENTS (~ Education Act)"Students are responsible to the Principal while on school premises, during out of school activities that are part of the school program and while on a school bus. Students shall:
IN SCHOOL STUDENT EXPECTATIONSEach student is expected to:
DRESS CODEStudents are expected to dress in a modest and acceptable fashion suitable to the school environment. The following guidelines are to be observed;
What is appropriate for primary students is sometimes not so for older students. The students are expected to cooperate with these expectations. Those that do not dress appropriately, will be asked to make suitable changes or if unable to do so, may be sent home. ATTENDANCE & PUNCTUALITYThe Education Act states that students must attend school regularly and be punctual. In order to track a pupil’s attendance at school, parents/guardians are requested to contact the school either by telephone or note if a student will be absent. All students are expected to be punctual and adhere to school hours. Upon entry, students should be seated quickly and prepare for opening exercises. Attendance is taken daily, late students must report to the office. Persistent tardiness may result in a discussion, consultation or other consequence, which may involve parents, school board attendance counselor and/or other appropriate personnel. RESPECT FOR PROPERTYThe school buildings, contents, (i.e. desks, texts, library books, gym equipment etc.) and grounds deserve the same respect as one’s personal property. If students vandalize school property or lose school materials, they will be expected to make restitution for the cost of repair or replacements. PLAYGROUND EXPECTATIONSStudents should enjoy fair play and be safe on the playground. Our expectations include;
BUS EXPECTATIONS (Daily Routes and Trips):Students are permitted to ride only the bus for which they have been registered. All children are expected to go home on the bus, unless prior written notification from a parent has been received. Too often, children get confusing verbal messages about which days they are going to be picked up by parents. For safety reasons, we require a note to make changes to bus or pick-up arrangements. As a school we are stressing bus safety and appropriate behaviour and we ask that you reinforce this for the well being of your children. The bus is considered an extension of the school. The same rules of respect and responsibility apply. A student guilty of misconduct will be reported to the principal by the bus driver. Progressive discipline will be used with students who are endangering the safety of others on the bus. The principal has the authority to revoke transportation privileges when a pupil fails to adhere to the designated rules of conduct. STUDENT CONSEQUENCESConsequences that are set for certain actions are a part of life that allow students to appreciate, understand and develop a positive value system. At Caistor Central School, we would like students to keep safety and respect foremost in their minds, however, a student who chooses to behave inappropriately will be expected to take responsibility for their actions. Logical consequences are given for inappropriate actions. Specific consequences will be determined by the frequency and severity of the inappropriate behaviour(s). Below are listed some of the possible consequences for student misbehaviour:
Detention - some students may need to remain indoors during lunch, recess or after school for detention following unexcused lates, incomplete work or misbehaviour. Discretionary Suspension -(~Education Act) "A student may be suspended from school for a fixed period because of persistent truancy, persistent opposition to authority, habitual neglect of duty, the willful destruction of school property, the use of profane or improper language, or conduct injurious to the moral tone of the school or to the physical or mental well being of others in the school." MANDATORY CONSEQUENCES (~Provincial Code of Conduct)
Immediate suspension will be the minimum penalty faced by a student, with possible police involvement, and conditions to return to school for:
A student will be immediately suspended for;
STAFF RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIESRIGHTSStaff have the right to work in a safe environment, to be treated with respect, and to be supported in their role as a professional by their Principal and the community. They have the right to expect students, parents, and staff to foster a positive learning environment. RESPONSIBILITIESStaff are expected to carry out duties as assigned by the principal of the school. Staff are responsible for promoting the safety and well-being of students, encouraging each student to achieve to the best of their abilities. Staff are responsible for providing learning activities that build upon student strengths. They are expected to behave and dress as role models and leaders for their students. Staff encourage the acceptance of ethnic, racial, religious, gender and physical differences of others. Staff should communicate regularly with parents. PARENTS' RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIESRIGHTSParents and Guardians have the right to expect the best possible educational program for their child and to receive communication from the school. They need to be informed about their child's progress, and to receive information about serious behavioural problems. They also have the right to have their concerns addressed, and to be treated with dignity and respect. They have the right to question and be heard without fear of reprisal towards their child. They have the right to be part of the problem solving model as necessary, and be able to request third party meetings/intervention if deemed necessary. Parents may further involve themselves in their children's education by participating in the School Council. RESPONSIBILITIES— (~Provincial Code of Conduct)“Parents and Guardians play an important role in the education of their children and have a responsibility to support the efforts of the school and staff in maintaining a safe and respectful learning environment for all students. Parents fulfill this responsibility when they:
ACCESS TO SCHOOL PREMISESAll visitors must report to the school office. When visiting the school, all visitors must report to the office before proceeding to any other areas of the building. For your children’s safety, we need to know who is in the building! The following persons are permitted access to School premises:
Prohibition from Access
ANAPHYLAXIS POLICY/SPECIAL MEDICAL PROBLEMSCaistor is a peanut safe school, please do not send products containing peanuts to school! Anaphylaxis is a serious allergic reaction. It can be life threatening and requires immediate first aid and medical intervention. According to DSBN policy, it is the parent’s responsibility to inform the School in writing that a child is at risk of anaphylaxis, or if they have a special medical problem (i.e. Asthma, diabetes) and to outline symptoms and requested intervention. School Staff will than work in conjunction with the parents, medical practitioner and student to ensure that an appropriate “Emergency Action Plan” has been put into place, and to communicate that plan to Board personnel. Please be pro-active and contact the school if you have any questions regarding the health and well-being of your child while they are at school. We will work with you to ensure their safety while in our care. MEDICATIONFor safety reasons and as directed by DSBN policy, no medication may be brought to school without prior notification to the office. If medication is determined necessary, there is a form that must be filled out by your doctor to indicate that this drug must be taken during school hours and who will administer it. Prescription medication must be brought to the office in the original container and be clearly labeled with the name of the child, dosage and doctor. Please contact the school to address individual student needs in this regard. BELL TIMES Morning Entry Bell--8:50 a.m. CODE OF CONDUCT RATIONALEEducation is a partnership with parents, the community and schools. Open communication and mutual support between home and school makes a difference in the success of our students. A school is a place that promotes responsibility, respect, civility and academic excellence in a safe learning and teaching environment. All students, parents, teachers and staff have the right to be safe, and feel safe, in their school community. With this right comes the responsibility to be law-abiding citizens and to be accountable for actions that put at risk the safety of others or oneself. By reading through the Code of Conduct with your children, you will both have a better understanding of how schools operate, and why certain rules or protocols are established (i.e. Visitor Sign-In Policy). |
