Family Handbook 2018-19

Responsible citizenship involves appropriate participation in the civic life of the school community.  Active and engaged citizens are aware of, and respectfully advocate for, their rights. As  importantly, they accept the right of others within the Havergal community to do the same. 

2. Standards of Behaviour  By enrolling in Havergal College, members of our community automatically assume the obligation  to comply with the provisions of the Havergal College Code of Conduct. Central to the Code of  Conduct is the understanding that each community member will follow certain standards of  behaviour.   Respect, Civility and Responsible Citizenship  All members of the school community must:  1. abide by the Havergal College Code of Conduct;  2. respect and comply with all applicable federal, provincial and municipal laws;  3. demonstrate honesty and integrity;  4. respect the need of others to work in an environment that is conducive to learning and  teaching;  5. respect differences in people, their ideas, and their opinions;  6. respect and treat others fairly, regardless of, for example, race, ancestry, place of origin,  colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age or  disability;  7. respect the rights of others;  8. treat one another with dignity and respect at all times, especially when there is  disagreement;  9. show proper care and regard for school property and the property of others;  10. take appropriate measures to help those in need; and   11. seek assistance from a member of the school staff, if necessary, to resolve conflict  peacefully.  Safety, Security and Integrity  All members of the school community must not:  1. act in a way that is injurious to the moral tone of the school or to the physical or mental  well‑being of others;  2. engage in bullying behaviours;  3. engage in hate propaganda and other forms of behaviour motivated by hate or bias; 

Last Updated August 17, 2018 Havergal College Family Handbook 2018–19

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