We believe that:

• Each person in the school shares the responsibility for making our school a safe and respectful place.
• Each person is unique, has individual needs, and should receive an education that best meets his or her individual needs.
• Each person should be treated in a respectful, dignified manner by all other people in the school.
• The process of discipline is the shared responsibility of students, staff, and parents.

Purpose of Our Approach

• to maintain an environment that allows for the most effective teaching and learning for every student
• to instruct and teach rather than punish
• to develop self-discipline and self-control in students
• to help students accept responsibility for their actions
• to develop responsible citizens

Student Responsibilities

• treat others with respect and courtesy
• respect school property and the property of others
• listen to and follow the directions or instructions of adults in the school
• use appropriate language at all times
• walk through the halls in a quiet manner
• remove wet or muddy footwear at the doors
• play in designated areas
• stay out of the staff parking lot
• remove hats when indoors
• refrain from chewing gum in school
• refrain from throwing snowballs, ice or rocks
• enter and exit school through designated doors
• refrain from physical aggression, rough play or play fighting

Types of Offences

• Fighting and violence: we have a zero tolerance policy towards fighting and violence. Students choosing to be involved in this behaviour may face suspension. Minor fighting incidents will be dealt with and recorded for future reference.
• Bullying: bullying is defined as any behavior towards another student which is intended to harm either emotionally or physically and occurs repeatedly over time.
• Instigating or encouraging a fight
• Defiant behaviour
• Inappropriate language; swearing, obscene language, name calling, put downs
• Disrespectful behaviour: obscene gestures, vandalism, stealing
• Disruption of learning: chronic speaking out, bothering others, making distracting noises

Misbehaviour

If misbehaviour occurs, the following logical disciplinary strategies will occur. The student is given the opportunity to resolve the conflict by:

• Discussing the incident
• Identifying the problem
• Choosing an appropriate resolution
• Choosing and practicing alternative behaviour for future use

If repeated or severe misbehaviours occur, one or all of the following consequences may occur:

• The misbehaviour is documented
• The parent is contacted
• A referral to school support team
• A suspension (1-5 days)
• A formal suspension to Elementary Panel, Student Services

Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns with the above information.