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MISSION STATEMENT

Churchill High School’s Mission is to provide a caring, secure and enriched learning environment which maximizes the aspirations, achievements and abilities of all students. Churchill strives to provide students with equal opportunities to develop the academic, personal management and teamwork skills which will serve as building blocks for a successful future. Our aim is to empower students to become responsible, productive citizens and life-long learners in the global society of the 21st Century.

OUR Values

Adherence to the following values is fundamental to the fulfillment of our mission.

We believe..

all persons should be treated with dignity and respect;

students should be provided with an environment in which they feel secure, confident and have a strong sense of belonging;

students learn best in an environment that has high expectations, combined with caring and individual support;

in empowering students to become responsible, productive members of the school and community;

in providing students with a wide variety of co-curricular opportunities;

in a school community that values and respects diversity;

staff, students, parents and the local community should work together and accept collective responsibility and pride for the success of the school;

students should be provided with opportunities to gain knowledge about the world of work and the career paths open to them;

in curricular offerings which are equitable, accessible and attractive to all students and supported by learning materials and resources which promote positive images;

in the use of technology as a teaching and learning tool;

in continuous school improvement which involves the systematic collection of information to help in decision-making.

NOTE: INPUT FROM TEACHERS, DEPARTMENT HEADS, STUDENTS, CHURCHILL HIGH SCHOOL SCHOOL BASED ADVISORY COUNCIL, PARENT COUNCIL AND ABORIGINAL PARENTS’ GROUP, IS REFLECTED IN THIS DOCUMENT.

CODE OF CONDUCT

Churchill High School believes in valuing each student, and in providing an environment which will optimize each student’s ability to achieve their maximum academic potential. Students, parents, staff and community members are partners in the co-operative effort to assist Churchill High School students to become participatory and responsible citizens. This document will outline expectations, responsibilities, possible consequences and supports available at Churchill High School. It will be available to all parties involved in the education of our students.

EXPECTATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Teachers, Administrators, and Support Staff shall:

listen actively to student concerns

encourage the involvement of parents/guardians

send a copy of this document to each student’s home

explain this document to all concerned upon request

teach and model by positive example

inform students and parents/guardians of their access to mediators

evaluate student achievement and explain the evaluation procedures at the beginning of the course

allow students to attend to medical or physical needs when appropriate

communicate concerns promptly to appropriate individuals

B. Parent(s)/Guardian(s) are encouraged and/or expected to:

ensure their child’s regular and punctual attendance and completion of all school assignments

attend school meetings and events, and give support to the school

assist in establishing positive attitudes concerning achievement

act appropriately in the school building and behave respectfully to all

assist in developing methods of resolving conflicts peacefully

discuss and support the Codes of Conduct of the Division and the school

maintain open communication with staff by addressing concerns through proper channels

C. Students shall:

1. Make a commitment to promote their own academic success by:

attending all scheduled classes on time with all necessary materials

completing and handing in assignments on time

participating to the best of their ability in class activities and discussions

2. Respect the rights and safety of others:

using courteous, non-abusive language towards all

following reasonable directions from OTHERS

maintaining a warm and welcoming atmosphere at Churchill High School.

3. Respect school property and the property of others.

4. Follow the current dress code.

D. UNACCEPTABLE BEHAVIOR
Conduct in the Winnipeg School Division No. 1 is governed by provincial and federal legislation, board policies and procedures, and the individual school’s Code of Conduct.

POSSIBLE CONSEQUENCES
(GUIDELINES ONLY)

The following consequences are intended to clarify the expected and appropriate boundaries for conduct. Communication between the school and student’s parent/guardian is essential if inappropriate behavior is more than minor or becomes repetitive. These consequences need not be followed in the given order. For anything beyond minor infractions, records will be maintained.

1. Informal interview: A teacher, administrator, or guidance counselor talks with the student to discuss the student’s behavior. The parent/guardian will be contacted by the school staff to inform them of the issue(s).

2. Guidance involvement: A conference or series of conferences is held with the guidance counselor to develop a plan for improving student behavior. The parent/guardian will be contacted.

3. Formal interview: A conference is held with the student, the teacher, and an administrator or guidance counselor to develop a plan for changing the student’s behavior and to explain consequences of continued inappropriate conduct. The parent/guardian is contacted by the school staff.

4. Detention of student: The student is detained at the school for specified unacceptable behavior. Students may be kept up to 45 minutes after school.

5. Parental involvement: The parent/guardian is contacted to discuss the behavior of the student and ways to change the behavior. The contact may be initiated by telephone, in writing, or by a formal conference at the school with parent/guardian, student and school personnel.

6. Withdrawal from a classroom setting: When a student’s behavior is disruptive to the classroom, the student may be withdrawn to a supervised alternate location for a specified period of time.

7. Removal of privileges: (1) Privileges, as determined by an administrator, may be removed under certain circumstances. (2) The school administrator will notify the parent/guardian. For example, the Acceptable Use Policy states that internet access may be removed for violation of the guidelines.

8. Restitution: The student or parent/guardian is required to provide monetary or "community service" restitution for damages incurred.

9. Behavioral/performance contract: The student is required to meet specific behavioral standards to avoid more severe consequences. Such expectations are developed in conjunction with the school, the parent/ guardian, and the student. Consequences for failure to meet the standards are documented and copies are given to all parties concerned.

10. Suspension: Suspension from school is a serious consequence and is governed by the policy and guidelines of both the Division and the Province of Manitoba. School administration may suspend a student for up to five days for serious or repeated offences. The parent/guardian must be notified prior to the student being sent home. Before the student re-enters the school, a meeting must take place between the student, the parent/guardian and an administrator. Documentation must be provided to the Superintendent’s Department. In rare cases, the principal may request an extension of the suspension for a period of up to six weeks. The decision then rests with the superintendent.

Common categories where an out of school suspension may be deemed appropriate are

chemical abuse (illegal drugs, alcohol, tobacco)

assault (physical or verbal against students or staff) and

weapons (possession, threats, attacks)

misconduct

11. Expulsion: Expulsions by the Board of Trustees is a serious consequence resulting when it is determined that a student’s continued presence in Division schools is injurious to other students. Expulsion requires an official action by the Board of Trustees and is completed in accordance with the Public Schools Act, Section 48(4). An expulsion means that the student may not attend any school operated by the Winnipeg School Division until such time as the Board of Trustees may remove the expulsion.

The recommendation of expulsion is considered in conjunction with factors such as:

the use of a weapon to threaten or inflict injury

the gravity of the physical assault or verbal threats causing injury to others as a result of an
unprovoked assault

a repeated offence

the intent of the assault

the circumstances surrounding the assault

SUPPORT AVAILABLE TO ASSIST IN BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT

A. In-School and Division Supports

Student support services (i.e. resource team or Special Education Department)

Counselors

Conflict mediation

Administrators

Child Guidance Clinic personnel

Other external agencies ( i.e. Child & Family Services)

Consultation with the school for further resources

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