School Policies

The following information provides our Davis Family members with an overview of the key components
of the Safe Schools Act, 2000. This legislation governs the behaviour of students in all Ontario Schools.

CODE OF BEHAVIOUR

RATIONALE
This code of behaviour has been developed with the belief that all students have the right to attend a safe learning environment. A safe environment will help maximize ACADEMIC, PHYSICAL, SOCIAL and EMOTIONAL growth of students. Students have a responsibility to respect the rights of others so no one is hurt physically, socially or emotionally. Students develop self-discipline when three factors are present in their home and school life.

  1. They know what is expected of them and they know the consequences of misbehaviour.
  2. They know discipline will be applied fairly, firmly and consistently.
  3. They see adults and peers who are good role models and who demonstrate self discipline.

RESPECT FOR SELF AND OTHERS

All persons within the school environment are expected to demonstrate respect for others. Each of us has the right to an environment which is free from fears, prejudices, harassment and distractions.

RESPECT FOR PERSONAL AND SCHOOL PROPERTY

All persons within the school environment are expected to exercise respect and care for personal and school property. This includes the proper use and care of school materials (books, equipment, etc.) furniture (desks, tables, etc.) and physical surroundings (washrooms, boards, grounds, etc.), as well as the personal property of teachers and students.

Students and parents should understand that vandalism is costly. Stealing is unacceptable. Where damage is incurred, repayment or replacement will be the responsibility of the student and home.

A SAFE SCHOOL ENVIRONMENT

All students will act in a safe manner at all times during the school day. Any behaviours that pose a physical risk to others are unacceptable. Hitting, rough play or any form of physical abuse, throwing objects and possession of a weapon or use of any object to inflict bodily injury to another person will not be tolerated.

WEAPONS/ILLEGAL DRUGS

Any weapons, homemade or otherwise, will be confiscated immediately from students and usually turned over to the Windsor Police after parents have been notified. Suspension will be the usual consequence. Illegal drugs such as cigarettes, alcohol or any other illegal substance will be confiscated from the student. Depending on the situation, the police may be contacted. Parents are always contacted and the student will be suspended.

DEPENDABILITY

Dependability includes punctuality and dedication to a task. These are qualities we wish our students to appreciate and attain. Therefore, we expect our students to arrive at school on time and on a regular basis. Furthermore, students are to be ready to work and learn when classes begin, and to submit assignments and/or homework on time. Students must bring proper equipment to class, including a positive attitude to work and learn.

Every individual in our school is a member of the Wm. Davis team. We recognize that one of the important responsibilities of a school is to assist our young people to become self-motivated in their pursuit of learning and self-disciplined in their behaviour in the classroom, on the playground, on field trips, during extra-curricular activities and in the community.

We also encourage all students to recognize not only the importance of fulfilling their goals but also their responsibility in considering the best interest of others. The goal of our Discipline Policy is to help our children to live together as self-respecting individuals.

In general, The Greater Essex County District School Board and we, at Davis, support a progressive discipline policy. Depending upon the students' age, students' history, severity and/or circumstances, disciplinary consequences may range through counseling, reprimand, parental contact, referral to support personnel, in-school and out-of school suspensions to expulsion. Parents/guardians will be informed about the incident and the consequence.

POSSIBLE CONSEQUENCES

Adherence to this code of behaviour will create the best possible environment for all of us to work and learn together.

SUSPENSIONS/EXPULSIONS

The G.E.C.D.S.B. has policies in place with regard to Suspension/Expulsion.
However, the Safe School’s Act, 2000 has identified some changes in this area.

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