Code of Conduct

GCVI’s School Code of Conduct is available in the GCVI Code Of Conduct

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It is the policy of the Upper Grand District School Board to maintain a safe and inclusive learning and teaching environment through the adoption of a Code of Conduct which promotes responsibility, respect, civility and academic excellence, and sets clear standards of behaviour for all members of the school community. The goal is to create a positive school climate where all members of the school community feel safe, comfortable and accepted.

Our School Code of Positive Student Behaviour is based upon the Ontario Code of Conduct and the Upper Grand District School of Conduct (Policy #213) which applies to all members of the school community; students, administrators, staff, parents and guardians, community users, visitors, volunteers, etc. While on all and Board property, school buses, at school-authorized events and off site at school-sponsored activities, or in other circumstances that could have a negative impact on the school climate.

RIGHTS

Students Rights Include:

• to be treated with dignity and respect
• to be provided with activities that are success oriented and build on individual strengths
• to receive a quality education

Parents Rights Include:

• to be treated with dignity and respect
• to be heard and to have concerns addressed
• to communicate with the school

Staff Rights Include:

• to be treated with dignity and respect
• to have a safe working environment
• to expect parents and students to be involved in creating a positive school environment

STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

All students will:

• be treated with respect and dignity by all school and board staff;
• accept responsibility for their personal actions;
• demonstrate respect for self, and others, and for those in authority;
• fulfil expected academic obligations
• come to school punctually each day, prepared and willing to learn;
• obey the rules of the school, on school buses, and at other sites during school activities,
• dress appropriately in accordance with Board’s and the School’s policies regarding appropriate dress;
• use respectful language, free from profanity;
• work cooperatively with staff and other students;
• be honest in their academic work (refrain from plagiarism, cheating, etc.);
• use free time responsibly; and
• refrain from bringing anything to school that compromises the safety of others.

STAFF RESPONSIBILITIES

The Principal will:

• take a leadership role in the daily operation of the school by demonstrating care and commitment to academic excellence and a safe teaching and learning environment;
• hold those under their authority accountable for their actions and behaviour;
• empower students to be positive leaders in their school and community, and
• communicate meaningfully and on a regular basis with all members of the school’s community; and
• review the school Code of Conduct at least once every three years, and seek input from School Council, staff, students, parents, and guardians.

Teachers and school staff will:

• maintain order in the school;
• serve as role models;
• maintain consistent standards of behaviour for all students;
• help students work to fulfill their potential, develop self-worth, and prepare them for the full responsibilities of citizenship;
• communicate regularly and meaningfully with parents/guardians
• demonstrate respect for all students, staff, parents, volunteers, and members of the school community; and
• empower students to be positive leaders in their school and community.

PARENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Parents play an important role in the education of their children and can fulfill this responsibility by:
• demonstrating respect for all students, staff, volunteers and members of the school community;
• showing an active interest in their child’s school work and progress;
• communicating regularly with their child’s school;
• assisting staff in dealing with disciplinary issues involving their child;
• helping their child be neat, dress appropriately, be well rested and prepare and ready to learn;
• ensuring that their child attends school regularly and on time;
• promptly reporting their child’s absence or late arrival;
• showing that they are familiar with Ontario Code of Conduct, the Board’s Code of Conduct, and the School’s Code of Conduct and rules of behaviour; and
• helping and encouraging their child in following the Board’s Code of Conduct and the School’s Code of Conduct and the rules of behaviour.