Havergal College Course Calendar, 2019-20 Academic Year

School Policies

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.

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.

Respect, Civility and Responsible Citizenship All members of the school community must:

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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, vii. respect the rights of others; viii. treat one another with dignity and respect at all times, especially when there is disagreement; ix. show proper care and regard for school property and the property of others; x. take appropriate measures to help those in need; and xi. seek assistance from a member of the school staff, if necessary, to resolve conflict peacefully. i. act in a way that is injurious to the moral tone of the school or to the physical or mental well-being of others; ii. engage in bullying behaviours; iii. engage in hate propaganda and other forms of behaviour motivated by hate or bias; iv. be in possession of cigarettes, e-cigarettes/vape, alcohol or illegal drugs; v. be under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs; vi. provide alcohol, cigarettes and/or drugs to a minor; vii. commit robbery; viii. commit physical or sexual harassment and/or assault; ix. be in possession of, or traffic in, weapons; x. use any object to threaten, intimidate or cause injury to another person; xi. inflict bodily harm on another person; xii. encourage others to inflict bodily harm on another person; and xiii. commit an act of vandalism that causes damage to school property or to property located on the premises of the school. race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age or disability; Safety, Security and Integrity All members of the school community must not:

1. Introduction

Havergal College is a community of students, faculty, staff and parents dedicated to:

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excellence in education;

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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 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.

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