Havergal College Course Calendar, 2021-22 Academic Year

School Policies

Standards of Behaviour By enrolling in the College, students automatically assume the obligation to comply with the provisions of the Code of Conduct. Central to the Code of Conduct is the understanding that each student will follow certain standards of behaviour. Self-discipline and a willingness to accept responsibility for one’s actions and conduct are fundamental to the Code of Conduct. Under the Ontario Human Rights Code, every person has a right to equal treatment with respect to services, goods and facilities, without discrimination because of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, marital status, family status, or disability. The College recognizes that inappropriate and unacceptable behaviour towards another member of the community requires a serious response. Respect, Civility and Responsible Citizenship All members of the College community should: • respect and comply with all applicable federal, provincial and municipal laws; • 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; • respect the rights and privacy of others; • show proper care and regard for school property and the property of others; • take appropriate measures to help those in need; • seek assistance from a member of the school staff, if necessary, to resolve conflict peacefully; • respect all members of the school community, especially persons in positions of authority; • respect the need of others to work in an environment that is conducive to learning and teaching; and • not swear at a teacher or at another person in a position of authority. Safety All members of the College community should not: • engage in bullying behaviours; • commit physical or sexual harassment and/or assault; • traffic in weapons or illegal drugs; • give alcohol or cannabis to a minor; • commit robbery; • be in possession of, or traffic in, weapons; • use any object to threaten, intimidate or cause injury to another person; • cause injury to any person with an object; • be in possession of, or be under the influence of alcohol, cannabis (unless the individual has been authorized to use cannabis for medical purposes), and illegal drugs; • comply with the Code of Conduct; • demonstrate honesty and integrity; • respect differences in people, their ideas, and their opinions; • treat one another with dignity and respect at all times, especially when there is disagreement;

Havergal College Code of Conduct (OS 1 1 6)

1 Rationale Havergal College (the “College”)’s philosophy is to focus on developing a love of learning while guiding and challenging every student at all stages of learning. The College is dedicated to the education of students in a safe and caring community that fosters the development of character, courage, creativity and a passion for learning. All students, parents, faculty and staff members have the right to be safe, and feel safe, in the College 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 College climate that supports academic achievement for all students. Responsible citizenship involves appropriate participation in the civic life of the College community. Active and engaged citizens are aware of their rights, but more importantly, they accept responsibility for protecting their rights and the rights of others. These standards of behaviour apply not only to students, but also to all individuals involved in the College community – parents, volunteers, teachers, and other staff members – whether they are on College property or at College-related events or activities or in other circumstances that could have an impact on the College climate. For all purposes of this Code of Conduct, reference to parents includes, where applicable, custodial and non-custodial parents and/ or guardians; reference to the College community includes students, teachers, parents and guardians, administration, and volunteers. The enforcement of the Code of Conduct and the imposition of disciplinary actions are the responsibility of the Principal who will consult with students, employees, parents and others as deemed appropriate. All members of the College community must agree to comply with the Havergal College Code of Conduct. 2 Objective Purpose of the Code • To ensure that all members of the College community, are treated with respect and dignity. • To promote responsible citizenship by encouraging appropriate participation in the civic life of the College community. • To maintain an environment where conflict and difference can be addressed in a manner characterized by respect and civility. • To encourage the use of non-violent means to resolve conflict. • To promote the safety of people in the College. • To discourage the use of alcohol, illegal drugs and, except by a medical cannabis user, cannabis. • To prevent bullying in the College.

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