TDSB Code of Conduct

     

GEORGE SYME COMMUNITY SCHOOL – CODE OF CONDUCT          

 George Syme is part of the Toronto District School Board.

We believe in a strong public education program that is created through a partnership of school, students, family, teachers and community.
We are committed to the pursuit of academic excellence.
We unite in our purpose to ensure that our learning environment is inclusive, safe, nurturing, positive and respectful.
We stand for human rights, trust, and dedication in all our learners from diverse cultures and backgrounds.

RIGHTS OF STUDENTS (in-person and online)

  • I have the right to be free of bullying, threats, racism, sexism, taunting, and physical aggression.
  • I have the right to be heard, treated fairly, and with respect.
  • I have the right to be myself and express my feelings in a safe way.
  • I have the right to learn in a positive class and school environment.
  • I have the right to learn and understand the consequences of my actions.
  • I have the right to celebrate my success and the success of others.

RIGHTS OF THE COMMUNITY (in-person and online)

  • We have the right to a safe school environment where all students and adults are respected and treated fairly.
  • We have the right to equitable and inclusive treatment where all voices are heard.
  • We have the right to celebrate our differences through school-wide events that reflect our diversity.
  • We have the right to acknowledge positive behaviour through various school-wide and individual efforts.

GEORGE SYME STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO (in-person and online):

  • Come to school daily, on time and prepared for focused learning.
  • Turn off their cell phones/personal devices and keep them out of sight during the school day.
  • Follow school and class routines in the building, the schoolyard, excursions, and online.
  • Complete assignments to the best of their ability.
  • Show proper care and regard for school property, and the property of others.  Resolve conflicts peacefully, not using physical or verbal abuse.
  • Use language that is respectful of the race, culture, religion, gender, identity, and origin of others.
  • Show respect for self and use language that is respectful of all persons.
  • Be considerate of the rights, feelings, and personal space of others (e.g., no bullying or unwanted touching).
  • Respect the learning process at all times.  Be truthful, co-operative and practice honesty.

POSSIBLE NEXT STEPS FOR BEHAVIOUR

The following consequences are not necessarily in sequence. More than one consequence may be applied to any given situation.

  • Participation in a community circle focused on restoration.
  • Compensation and/or community service for damage to school property or loss of school goods.
  • “Personal Plan” developed by student, parent/guardian and school.
  • Parent-teacher communication.
  • Loss of recess(es) and completion of a Reflection/Think Form.
  • Removal from class program or extra-curricular activities (school teams, school responsibilities).
  • Principal/teacher/student discussion.
  • Temporary suspension (students are not allowed to attend school for the suspension period from 1-20 days).
  • Police called depending on the specific circumstances.

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