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STUDENTS' CODE OF CONDUCT
École Robert H. Smith School has developed the Code of Conduct
through discussion with teaching staff, support staff and parents. The Code is
intended to provide a guideline and reference for parents, staff and students in
determining acceptable behaviour in our school. It has been updated during the
2005-2006 school year to reflect Bill 30, The Safe Schools Charter.
RATIONALE
The Winnipeg School Division requires that each school develop a
model for discipline within the school that incorporates:
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staff and parent participation in the establishment of
a statement of expectations for student behaviour;
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a mechanism to inform parents, students and staff of
the expectations for student behaviour and basic principles of student
behaviour management;
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a process for dealing with inappropriate student
behaviour which identifies the person(s) responsible and involved at
each stage.
In establishing our model for discipline we are guided by
the following principle:
We believe that students should develop and display
responsible behaviour which demonstrates respect for self and others.
Behaviour expectations should be clearly stated and reinforced by the
staff and parents.
EXPECTATIONS
 At École Robert H. Smith
School, students are expected to be on time for school and to have materials such as
pencils, rulers, notebooks, etc. with them. Furthermore, students are expected to take
care of these materials whether they are their own or belong to others.
School dress reflects the importance of the daily education environment
and is a statement of mutual respect for one another. Students are
expected to wear clothing which is appropriate for all classes and
activities. Students have the responsibility to choose their own style
of dress with the assistance of their parents. Bare backs or midriffs, exposed
undergarments, and clothing with offensive wording and drawings are
not acceptable. The school reserves the right to require change in dress
that is deemed inappropriate for school wear. Hats, etc. are not to be
worn in school and all outdoor wear must be kept on coat racks.
Students are expected to do their best and are responsible
for completing assignments and handing them in on time.
Students are expected to be courteous and
respectful to each
other, to staff, and to visitors regardless of race, religion, gender, age,
sexual orientation or ability. Arguments should be settled in a fair,
non-violent way or by seeking assistance from conflict managers, peer mediators
and/or school personnel.
Students are expected to observe
all health and safety rules. During school hours, students are expected to move around the
building in a quiet, orderly way. Special care should be taken of our school building and
property. Gum and other junk food are discouraged during school hours except for specified
events.
In addition to these general expectations each classroom may have more specific
guidelines. Students' input into the classroom rules is encouraged.
SCHOOL RULES
The following rules for behaviour follow logically from the
student expectations, stated above. The rules listed here are simply stated in a positive
tone.
Along with the school rules above, students are expected to
follow the rules for Bully-Proofing our school. In simple terms, bullying is when a
student is the target, over a period of time, of repeated negative actions (ie.
physical, verbal, or hidden bullying).
Rules for Bully-Proofing our School
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We will not bully other students.
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We will help others who are being bullied by speaking out
and by getting adult help.
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We will use extra effort to include all students in
activities at our school.
UNACCEPTABLE
BEHAVIOUR
In addition to our
expectations, there are a number of inappropriate behaviours which will
not be tolerated at our school. These include, but are not limited to:
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Use or possession
of any form of weapons.
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Physical or verbal
assault.
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Gang activity.
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Using, possessing
or being under the influence of alcohol or elicit drugs.
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Misconduct
(includes insubordination and vandalism).
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Violation of the
regulations respecting the appropriate use of electronic mail and/or
the internet.
CONSEQUENCES
When a student does not meet his or her
responsibility, there will be immediate intervention by the staff member who observes the
inappropriate behaviour. . Consequences for unacceptable behaviour are immediate and, when possible,
correct the unacceptable situation.
The following is a list of consequences that are
used in our school. Consequences are not always applied in the order in which they
appear..
- warning
- teacher/student conference
- teacher/student/principal conference
- phone call home by teacher or principal
- interview with parents
- related assignment or activity (teaching staff)
- removal of privilege(s) - students not allowed to participate in a special activity.
(administration and/or teaching staff)
- homework book - a mechanism agreed upon by parents and teacher which is checked by
parents on a regular basis
- discipline book - initiated by the teacher for students who have ongoing difficulty in
following school rules
- time out - "a cooling off" period of time to address a student's distractible
and inattentive behaviour, non-compliance or disruptive behaviour. (teaching staff)
- restitution - students must pay for or repair damaged/lost item. (administration and/or
teaching staff)
- detention - usually after school for a maximum of 20 minutes. Teachers of younger
students (Grades 1-3) will notify the home: older students in Grades 4-6 will be allowed
to call home. (administration and/or teaching staff)
- in school suspension - student will work in a designated area away from other students
for one to three days, Parents will be notified. (administration)
- suspension - suspension from school is a serious consequence which is imposed subject to
Division Policy JGD. The maximum single suspensions are as follows:
a) Principal - up to one week -
more than one week requires the Superintendent's approval.
b) Superintendent - up to six weeks. In all cases of suspension, the parent(s)
are notified.
- expulsion - in accordance with School Division Policy. This measure will be recommended
only in extreme circumstances or after all other attempts at intervention have proven
unsuccessful in changing behaviour. (administration/Board of Trustees)
- referral to Child Guidance Clinic - recognizing that disruptive behaviour is often an
indicator of other stresses being experienced by the child, a referral may be made to the
Child Guidance Clinic in consultation with a family member. This may occur in conjunction
with any of the options above for dealing with discipline problems. (administration and/or
teaching staff)
"Discipline shows the
student what they have done wrong, how they have ownership of the problem, and
how to solve the problems which they have created. It leaves dignity intact.
Discipline uses logical and realistic consequences".
- Barbara Coloroso, Discipline: Winning at Teaching
APPEAL PROCESS
If a parent would like to appeal disciplinary decisions, or if they have
any questions or concerns, they are asked to speak to the person who
disciplined their child. If not satisfies, please contact the principal
and, if still not satisfied, contact the district superintendent.
PROCEDURES
The following procedures are further expectations which have
been developed to ensure that our school runs in an orderly and safe way.
Fire Drill Evacuation
a) Unless previous notice has been give, every ringing of the fire alarm means that
everyone is required to leave the school building.
b) Students proceed directly outside and do not stop to pick up clothes or equipment.
c) Pupils not with their class (eg. in washroom) exit from the nearest door and
go to the designated area. They do not
return to their room to find the rest of the class.
d) Students proceed in a single file walking, and without speaking to the exit as outlined
by their teacher.
e) Students line up on the hard top at a designated area. Silence is absolutely necessary
in the event of further instructions.
f) Pupils do not re-enter the building until the usual signal of two bells is given.
Entry & Dismissal/Recess
Students are to -
a) enter and exit the school by their designated door.
b) remain outside the school until the bell rings to indicate that it is time to line up.
c) obtain permission from an outdoor supervisor if they need to enter the school before
school hours or during recess.
If for any medical reason a child cannot go out for recess
for an extended period of time, a note from the doctor should be sent to the school with
notification of the health problem.
Students should go directly home at dismissal times unless
previous arrangements have been made with parents. Those student who wish to play on the
playground after school, should first report home
or to sitters.
Lates & Absences
Students who arrive at
school after 9:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. should report to the callback room if
it is before 9:15 a.m. and 1:15 p.m.
Students who are going
to be late or away from school should bring a note from their parent or
have their parent phone the callback number (488-1139) at 8:45 - 9:15 a.m.
and/or 12:45 - 1:15 p.m. to inform of the absence.
Students who need to
be released from school e.g. for a doctor's appointment, are required to
bring a note from their parent to the teacher.
Lunch Program
Lunch Program
students:
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Are expected to
observe the school Code of Conduct as well as the Lunch Program rules.
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Who misbehaves
will have parents notified with written misbehaviour warning, notice
or suspension according to the contract signed with the lunch program.
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Are expected to
eat at the school each day and to remain on the school grounds for
those days for which they have registered unless they have written
permission from their parents to leave.
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