Havergal College Course Calendar, 2018-19 Academic Year

School Policies

members of the school community feel safe, comfortable and accepted. All students, parents, faculty and staff have the right to be safe, and feel safe, in the school community. With this right comes the responsibility to contribute to a positive school climate. The promotion of strategies and initiatives, such as character development, along with the employment of prevention and intervention strategies to address inappropriate behaviour, fosters a positive school climate that supports academic achievement and the well- being of all students. 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: i. abide by the Havergal College Code of Conduct; ii. respect and comply with all applicable federal, provincial and municipal laws; iii. demonstrate honesty and integrity; iv. respect the need of others to work in an environment that is conducive to learning and teaching; v. respect differences in people, their ideas and their opinions; vi. respect and treat others fairly, regardless of, for example, race, ancestry, place of origin, colour,

1. Havergal College Code of Conduct (OS 1.1.6)

Students and parents must agree to comply with the Havergal College Code of Conduct.

The Havergal College Code of Conduct sets out school- wide standards of behaviour. These standards of behaviour apply to members of our community, whether they are on school property, at school-related events and activities, or in other circumstances that could have an impact on the school culture. The Code applies to all members of the Havergal College community including the Principal, students, faculty, staff, parents and volunteers (including Governors). Self-discipline and a willingness to accept responsibility for one’s actions and conduct are fundamental to the Havergal College Code of Conduct. The enforcement of the Havergal College Code of Conduct and the imposition of disciplinary action are the responsibility of the Principal and her designates who consult with students, faculty, staff, parents and others, as deemed appropriate. Students and parents must agree to comply with the Havergal College Code of Conduct. 1. Introduction Havergal College is a community of students, faculty, staff and parents dedicated to: i. excellence in education; ii. embracing the school’s values: Integrity, Inquiry, Compassion and Courage; iii. fostering personal and social growth in an environment of individual responsibility; iv. developing in students independence and self-discipline; and v. expanding student’s interests and skills through curricular and co-curricular pursuits. The Havergal College Code of Conduct is based on underlying principles that promote respect, civility and responsible citizenship in a safe learning and teaching environment defined by the highest standards of academic excellence, personal behaviour and personal accountability. A positive school climate exists when all

ethnic origin, citizenship, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age or disability;

vii. respect the rights of others;

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