LESLIEVILLE CODE OF CONDUCT
Everyone learns most effectively in a safe environment. To that end, we know that home and school must work together as active partners to maintain a safe learning environment and to help each student develop the self-discipline, appropriate behaviours and skills necessary to become responsible members of a democratic society. In accordance with Ministry and Board policies and procedures, our guidelines, expectations and rules are designed to help students develop these attributes.
In the schoolyard, we work hard to ensure student safety. Guidelines for safe yard use are regularly brought to the attention of our students through announcements, in-class instruction and close supervision on the yard. We anticipate that parents and caregivers will support our guidelines, review them with their children and reinforce them when using the schoolyard outside school hours.
Rough body contact in sports and games is not permitted. This includes play-fighting, pushing, shoving, wrestling, body-checking, kicking, etc.
Bullying, through physical aggression or unkind teasing, is not tolerated at Leslieville. We emphasize that students use only respectful language and tone.
Behaviour that threatens the safety or well-being of anyone at Leslieville is taken very seriously. When negative be-haviours such as bullying, discrimination, hateful words or physical violence occur, the school staff will respond appropriately to en-sure the safety and well-being of our students, staff and community.
Depending on the nature of the specific incident, the consequences for negative behaviour may include reprimands and warnings, detentions, in-school suspensions, withdrawal from activities or events, formal suspensions, police involvement, and, in rare cases, recommendations for expulsion from the Toronto District School Board.
Student Expectations
• to be treated with respect and dignity by all members of the school community
• to be offered a well-rounded course of study
• to learn in an environment where he or she feels safe and secure and where individual differences are recognized and respected
Parent Expectations
• to be treated with respect and dignity by all members of the school community
• to receive regular communication from the school regarding student progress, attendance, and behaviour
• to be kept informed of school activities and initiatives
Staff Expectations
• to be treated with respect and dignity by all members of the school community
• to have the support and co-operation of parents, staff, and students while fulfilling their responsibilities to provide a quality educational experience for all children
• to work in an environment where he or she feels safe and secure and where individual differences are recognized and respected
Student Responsibilities
• to show respect for themselves and others, the school and its property, and the property of others
• to come to school prepared, on time, and ready to learn
• to refrain from behaving in any manner which may compromise the safety of others
• to follow the established rules and take responsibility for their own actions
Parent Responsibilities
• to support the efforts of school staff in maintaining a safe and respectful learning environment for all students
• to become familiar with the school's Family Handbook, including the Code of Behaviour and school rules, and to assist their children in following these guidelines designed for everyone's safety and enjoyment
• to ensure that their children attend school regularly, on time, appropriately dressed, and well-prepared to learn
• to communicate regularly with the school and to promptly report their children's absence or late arrival
Staff Responsibilities
• to show respect for themselves and others, the school and its property, and the property of others
• to offer a quality educational experience to all students and help them work to their full potential and develop their self-worth
• to maintain and enforce consistent standards of behaviour for all students
• to communicate regularly and meaningfully with parents