Boarding Handbook 2024-25

privilege(s) or other consequences deemed appropriate by staff. This level of infraction may be reported to the Assistant Head of Boarding or Head of Boarding. Parents will receive communication from the Boarding School. Serious Infractions Serious infractions include, but are not limited to: ● Possessing an illegal substance, weapon or alcohol. ● Being off property without permission. ● Violating any part of the school Code of Conduct and Rights and Responsibilities. This level of infraction will be immediately reported to the Head of Boarding and the Deputy Principal will also be informed. Parents are formally notified of serious breaches of Havergal’s Code of Conduct or the policies, procedures and expectations of the Boarding Program in writing by the Head of Boarding or Deputy Principal. The letter will document the disciplinary action taken by the College after conducting an investigation. Parents will receive communication from the Boarding School. Campus Restriction Restriction to campus is a common consequence for a variety of rules infraction such as not signing out properly, failing room checks and repeated violations of late lights. When a student is restricted to campus, they may not leave the Havergal College campus, except for required school obligations. Students may participate in Boarding on-campus programming, however they may not order take-out or use delivery services and participate in optional off-campus school activities. Parents and guardians are expected to support the school by not signing out the student. Parents and students cannot negotiate or reschedule a restriction or any consequence to accommodate personal plans. Staff will communicate with parents when a student is restricted to campus. Boarding Agreements When a student has violated a major rule and/or repeatedly failed to meet expectations, they will be placed on a behavioural agreement. While on a behavioural agreement, a student must follow all Boarding policies and guidelines, and meet the expectations set forth under the conditions of the contract. Students under this status must demonstrate a willingness to uphold the ideals of the Boarding community through responsible action, a positive attitude and co-operation in all areas. Dance Policy Boarding students may attend dances held for their grade level hosted by Havergal as well as by other schools with which Havergal is associated. COSSOT rules and regulations apply to all school sanctioned events. Permission to attend a school dance is considered to be a privilege. Students who have shown a lack of co-operation with the Boarding School or who are experiencing disciplinary issues or who are having problems with school work may lose the privilege of attending dances. This is at the discretion of the Boarding Staff.

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