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Code of Conduct

NICOLA CANFORD CODE OF CONDUCT 

Bylaw Process can be accessed online at http://www.sd58.bc.ca/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/500.0-APPEALPROCEDURE-BYLAW.pdf

The code of conduct applies to all student behaviour: while going to and from school, while at school, and while attending any school function or activity at any location.  Consequences/outcomes are determined by age, frequency of infraction, as well as specific student intellectual, sensory, physical, emotional, and behavioural needs.  Expectations for appropriate behaviour are incremental and progressive as students proceed from K through grade 7.  This means that we expect excellence by intermediate grades and certainly excellence in grade 7.  Being a role model of expected behavior will help our school community be “the best it can be”. 

Students shall not discriminate against others based on Indigenous identity, race, religion, colour, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, family status, age, sex or sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or physical or mental disability, or for any other reason set out in the Human Rights Code of British Columbia, nor shall a student publish or display anything that would indicate an intention to discriminate against another, or expose them to contempt or ridicule, based on any such grounds. Racism and discrimination will not be tolerated in our school.

Students shall not use derogatory language to refer to the race, religion, colour, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, family status, age, sex/sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or the physical or mental disability of another individual.

 

As a member of Nicola-Canford Elementary I will: 

  • Be friendly, caring and respectful
  • Make sensible choices and respect those made by others
  • Set personal goals and help others reach theirs
  • Celebrate my successes and encourage others to do their best 

 

Rights and Responsibilities:

  • I have the right to learn at this school.  It is my responsibility to attend regularly, listen to instructions, work quietly to the best of my ability, raise my hand if I have a question, concern, or need to leave, and complete the assigned work to the best of my ability.
  • I have a right to hear and be heard.  It is my responsibility not to talk, shout or make loud noises when others are speaking.
  • I have a right to be respected at this school.  It is my responsibility not to tease or bug other people, or to hurt their feelings.
  • I have a right to be safe at this school from the time I leave home until my return. It is my responsibility not to threaten, kick, punch, or physically harm anyone else.
  • I have a right to privacy and to my own personal space.  It is my responsibility to respect the personal property of others and to accept their right to privacy.
  • I have the right to use tools to support my learning (squishies, gum, headphones.)  It is my responsibility to use them as tools, so no one’s learning is interrupted, and not as toys. Ensure gum goes into the trash. 

 

Notification 

Depending on the severity of the infraction, parents of student offenders and parents of student victims may be notified.  The school will also inform other parties as necessary.  For example, in case of illegal activity, the R.C.M.P. will be notified, or if the safety or well-being of a child is in question, the Ministry of Children and Families will be notified. 

 

ENTERING AND EXITING THE SCHOOL 

  • Kindergarten students use the Kindergarten Door starting at 8:25 am
  • Primary students use the Primary Door at 8:25 am
  • Division 3 and 4 use the main entrance • Intermediate students use the Intermediate Door at 8:25 am
  • Hats must be removed upon entering the school
  • STUDENTS MUST REMOVE THEIR OUTDOOR SHOES AND CHANGE INTO INDOOR SHOES 

 

EATING LUNCH IN THE CLASSROOM 

Students will sit in their seats and eat their lunch in their classroom from 11:5512:10 in Intermediate classes and from 11:55-12:25 in primary classrooms, will chat quietly, and clean up after themselves. Students needing extra time will be moved to the primary project space at the end of this time. 

 

USE OF SCHOOL TELEPHONE 

Students wishing to use the school’s phone must report to the office before using it. This helps us track a call if there is a call display or confusing messages. 

 

BUS LINE UPS 

Students will safely wait for their buses, in the appropriate area, and will follow the instructions of the supervisors and all other applicable school rules. 

 

SAFETY CHECK 

If a student is going to be absent or late, please inform the school as soon as possible so we know your child hasn’t met with difficulties on the way to school. 

 

IN AND OUT OF CLASS TIME 

  • Students are expected to play safely and fairly everywhere on school grounds
  • Students need to be respectful of others at all times
  • Students will only play or work in supervised areas during break times (see     below)
  • Students who ride their bikes to school must wear a helmet while riding and get off and  walk their bikes when on school grounds 

 

PLAYGROUND RULES 

Students are expected to play safely, take turns, and put equipment in the black bucket, and leave things as they found them. There will be no unsafe play: pushing, shoving, tugging, or destructive play. British Bulldog is not a game to be played. 6 

 

STUDENT DRESS CODE

  • Clothing should be suitable for a school learning environment.
  • Clothing and footwear should be comfortable and appropriate for students to participate safely in all school activities, including physical education, science, and cooking.
  • Clothing should demonstrate a respect for the school community and the B.C. Human Rights Code.  For example, articles of clothing that promote direct or indirect messages or graphics referring to alcohol, drugs, gang culture, sex, weapons, violence, or profanity will not be permitted.
  • Clothing may not encourage sexism, racism, homophobia, or discrimination regarding gender identity, sexual preference, race, religion, or origin.
  • Any person dressed inappropriately, will be advised discreetly, and allowed to meet the school dress code.
  • Hats may not be worn in the classroom
  • Hoods may not be worn over the head in the classroom