Cartwright Central

Public School

Today’s Learners, Tomorrow’s Leaders

10 Alexander Street

Blackstock, Ontario.

L0B 1B0

Telephone : 905 - 986 - 4227

Fax : 905 - 986 - 1506

24hr Safe Arrival/Absence Reporting : 905 - 986 - 4536

Principal : Jeff Knox

Superintendent: John Beatty

Vice-Principal : Deb DeJong

Trustee: Joyce Kelly

Mission Statement

The students of Cartwright Central Public School, through their journey of lifelong learning, in partnership with the community, will embrace the challenges to achieve excellence in personal and academic growth within a safe mutually respectful environment.

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Cartwright Central Public School 2009 - 2010

Introducing the Cartwright Central Team

J. Knox	Principal	Office
D. DeJong	Vice Principal	Office
T. Dennis	Office Admin	Office
M. Cook	JK/SK	Room 20
K. Miller	SK	Room 18
A. Slack	JK	Room 18
A. Easton	Grade 1	Room 21
C. Makeeff	Grade 1	Room 23
J. Farrugia	Grade 1/2	Room 24
K. O’Connor-Hoag	Grade 2	Room 19
P. Goss	Grade 2/3	Room 1
K. Eddy	Grade 3	Room 2
M. Rohrer	Grade 3/4	Room 3
A. Lalonde	Grade 4	Room 4
B. Brown / A. Healey	Grade 4/5	Room 6
A. Slomiany	Grade 5	Room 5
D. Moase	Grade 6	Room 9
R. Verhoog	Grade 6/7	Room 7
R. Pickering	Grade 7	Room 13
J. Seeney	Grade 7	Room 15
M. Vanasten	Grade 8	Room 16
J. Poole	Grade 8	Room 14
B. Reis	Core French
C. Collins-Barkey	Core French
K. Smith	S.E.R.T.	SERT Office
D. DeJong	S.E.R.T.
M. Stanley	ResourceRoom	Room 11
D. Siberry	Coverage
J. Thompson	Teacher Librarian	Library
TBA	Literacy Coach
TBA	Numeracy Coach
M. McCabe	Educational Assistant
M. Teno	Educational Assistant
J. Phinney	Educational Assistant
S. Black	Educational Assistant
M. Tetroe	Chief Custodian
M. Bailey	Night Custodian
L. Hannah	Night Custodian

Administrators’ Message

At Cartwright Central P.S. we are a professional learning community where all stakeholders play an integral part. Together our goal is to provide a safe, caring learning environment that strives to maximize the full potential of all children by caring for the issues of today in order to prepare our students for the demands of the future. We are fortunate to have an amazing student body who display respect for each other and themselves on a daily basis. Our talented staff is second to none with respect to commitment, professionalism and a sincere passion for wanting to make a difference in the lives of their students. Finally, the support of this wonderful community is the final link that allows Cartwright Central to be a warm, caring inviting school that strives for excellence in all that we endeavour to do.

The School Day

7: 50 Yard Supervision Begins

8:00 Entry

8:05 - 8:35 Period 1

8:35 - 8:50 Recess

8:50 - 9:20 Period 2

9:20 - 9:50 Period 3

9:50 - 10:20 Period 4

10:20 - 10:50 Period 5

10:50 - 11:50 Lunch

11:50 - 12:20 Period 6

12:20 - 12:50 Period 7

12:50 - 1:20 Period 8

1:20 - 1:50 Period 9

1:50 - 2:05 Recess

2:05 - 2:35 Period 10

2:35 Dismissal

2:35 - 3:05 Co-Curricular, Extra help, Conferencing, etc

Safe Arrival

If your child is going to be absent or late, we would appreciate a call to the school at 905-986-4536. Please leave a message on the answering machine (available 24 hours a day) or speak directly to one of our office administrators. Daily student absences are recorded by the home room teachers. When a pupil is not in class and the parent has not already contacted the school, we will phone home to ensure the child’s safety. Every student who is late must sign in at the office before going to their classroom. When a student is to leave the school grounds before regular dismissal, they are to report to the office and sign out. The parent/guardian will pick up the child in the office. The Education Act requires that a note, explaining the reason for the absence be sent to the school signed by a parent or guardian. Thank you for your continued support.

Punctuality and Attendance

Students are expected to be on time for school each day and where classes are on a rotary system, for each subject area.

Reasons for Punctuality:

1. To encourage a positive life-style habit.

2. To show a measure of consideration towards others. Lateness is an inconvenience, not only for the teacher who spends long hours preparing lessons, but also for the students who have accepted the responsibility for preparing for class and arriving at school on time.

3. To maximize optimum learning opportunities.

Telephone Use

A. Students phoning out:

Students are encouraged to use the phone only for emergencies

Students must have permission from a classroom teacher to use the phone

B. Parents phoning in:

Since we have a large student body, we ask for your cooperation in helping to minimize the number of personal request calls to deliver messages to students. When possible, please inform your child of any special instructions before he/she leaves for school. Unless it is an emergency, messages for students will be relayed at recesses or between class periods.

C. Cell Phones

Students are not to bring cell phones to school. If a student is seen with a cell phone, the phone will be confiscated and returned to the student at the end of the day. If future incidents occur, parents will be called to pick up the cell phone from the school office.

Leaving School Property

All students are to remain on school property for the entire school day, unless signed out at the office by a parent or guardian. Town students who go home for lunch and any student who is being picked up by his/her parent are the only exceptions to this. Under no circumstances are the students of Cartwright Central P.S. to go to the store at anytime during the school day.

Newsletters

School newsletters and hand-outs will go home to parents/guardians on Wednesdays.

A school Newsletter will be sent home the first Wednesday of every month with the child you have identified as your "family courier". Some teachers will also send home classroom newsletters. Extra newsletters are available from the pamphlet holder located in the hall outside the Office.

Excursions

Out of class excursions will be offered at the discretion of the classroom teacher and will be limited to 2 or 3 per year in most cases. For safety reasons, it is imperative that your child have written permission before leaving the school grounds.

Illness at School

If your child should become seriously ill or is hurt while at school, the Principal/Vice-Principal or their designate will make every effort to contact you to advise you of this situation. To assist the school, it is important that we have an emergency phone number and a completed Registration Form on file. The Registration Form will be sent home the first week of school for your completion or update. Please fill in the necessary information and return it to the school as soon as possible. Continue to inform the school of any changes in this information during the school year.

Administration of Medication

Medication is administered by the school only when directed by a doctor and when a "Request for Administration of Medication" form has been submitted to the office and signed by the parent/guardian. Prescription medicines will be stored in the office to be administered by the Principal, Vice-Principal, secretary, or designate.

Allergy Aware School

Quite a number of students in our care suffer from allergies; but a few have the potential of life threatening reactions to allergens, or fatal allergies. In order to provide a safe learning environment for all, we ask parents to adhere to the following guidelines:

Parents of Children with Potentially Fatal Allergies:

1. Inform the home room teacher that your child has a potentially fatal allergy.

2. Obtain an "Allergy Information Sheet" from the school. Complete the form and return it to the school as soon as possible.

3. Advise the teacher of pertinent information that would be important for safeguarding your child.

Parents of Children Who Share a Class with Children With Fatal Allergies

1. Follow the school’s request to send in "Safe Lunches" and "Safe Snacks". These do not include the ingredients that the child in your son/daughter’s class is allergic to.

All Parents

Please understand that something as simple as a peanut butter sandwich can be very deadly to a child with a fatal allergy to peanuts. Please do not send in any peanut product to school with your child.

We also have several staff and students with serious environmental allergies to spray perfumes and deodorants. These products should remain at home as well.

Thank you for your consideration and preventative actions with regard to this most sensitive and important issue.

Emergency Closing Procedures

For school closure and busing information please check the local radio stations:

C.K.D.O. 1350 Oshawa CFRB1010 Toronto C.K.F.M. 99.9 Toronto CHFI 98.1 Toronto C.K.Q.T. 94.9 Oshawa C.F.T.R. 680 Toronto

KX-96 95.9 Ajax

Homework

Beyond completing assigned work, students in the Primary Division will be given no formal homework. As a staff, however, we believe that emerging readers, writers and mathematicians need to practise their decoding, comprehension and computation skills through a variety of creative activities at home. Daily reading, response journals, book-making, poetry writing, drill sheets, being read to, are only a few ways to help your child's progress.

Junior students may be assigned additional work to augment what is being studied in class. The time that a child spends daily on assignments and additional homework should not exceed one hour. If concerns arise or you wish ideas for additional work, please arrange a meeting with your child’s teacher!

Intermediate students will be required to spend approximately one hour completing assigned work, studying for tests, reading, etc. The staff of Cartwright Central are sensitive to the demands of a rotary program in terms of assignments, unit tests, quizzes, essays, etc. An effort will be made to balance the work across subject areas. It is critical that you, as a parent, assist your Grade Seven and Eight student by:

being involved in his/her learning

demonstrating support and interest in his/her accomplishments, and celebrating these achievements

modelling organizational skills, a love for reading and writing, and practical uses of mathematics in life

applying realistic limits on TV, electronic games, etc.

If concerns arise or you wish ideas for additional work, please arrange a meeting with your teacher!

Toys On The Playground

Tennis or soft rubber balls are acceptable for use in the schoolyard. Please ensure that your child’s name is written on the ball. No baseballs of any kind will be allowed at school - hard or soft. Aluminum or wooden bats are only to be used under the direct supervision of a teacher during class time. Mini hockey sticks may be brought to school if used safely and appropriately.

Lunch at Cartwright Central

Student Expectations:

Students are expected to respond to supervisors in a respectful, courteous manner

Students must respect the property of others.

Students must ensure their eating area is clean after eating their lunch

‘Boomerang Lunches’: To help the environment, our school is promoting ‘Boomerang Lunches’. This means that everything that comes to school in a lunch bag returns home again - either having been eaten or in the lunch bag. We also encourage you to send reusable containers to school.

School Equipment

Although most materials will be provided, binders, pencil cases, pens, pencils, coloured markers, etc. may be required for some classes. Your child's classroom teacher will outline these expectations early in the year. It is expected that students in grades 2 to 8 purchase and use the school agenda planner.

Care of School Property

The facilities, texts, books and equipment in the school are supplied by The Durham District School Board for the use of staff and students. Although the use of equipment is made without charge to our students, texts and equipment are expensive to replace. It is the policy of the school that if a book or piece of equipment issued to a student for his/her use, is lost or wilfully damaged, that book or piece of equipment must be replaced at a price determined by the school. In most cases, this will be the full replacement cost of the item.

Gameboys, Walkmen, MP3s, etc

It is strongly recommended that all valuable personal belongings be left at home. The school will not be responsible in the case of loss or damage.

School Team Uniforms

Coaches may assign uniforms to members of our sports teams. Once a student has been assigned a uniform, he/she is responsible for its safe keeping and return to the coach at the end of the season or as directed.

Physical Education

In order to participate fully in the Physical Education program, all students are expected to wear appropriate clothing including a T-shirt, gym shorts and running shoes. Loose jewellery and rings must also be removed. All pupils are expected to take part in the Physical Education program. Students will only be excused with a signed parental note or a physician's certificate.

School Letter

A goal for all Intermediate students is to achieve a school letter for their effort at Cartwright Central. This prestigious award recognizes full involvement in all areas of school life. Points are awarded in four general areas - Academic, Sports, Cultural, and Citizenship.

In order to achieve a school letter, an Intermediate student must accumulate 100 points during their two years in the Intermediate division . The maximum points able to be achieved for each year are as follows:

Cultural 10 points

Academic 30 points

Sports 15 points

Citizenship or Leadership 10 points

Academic points are determined as follows:

Grade Average / Effort

80% + 20 points 10 points

70% + 15 points 10 points

60% + 10 points 10 points

Bussing

In providing student transportation, the main concern of The Durham District School Board and Cartwright Central Public School is to transport the students safely to and from school.

The Board believes that parents and students can contribute much to assist in attaining this goal. We request the cooperation of all concerned in observing the following guidelines:

School Bus Stopping Law:

The Highway Traffic Act requires that all traffic must stop when approaching from the front or over-taking from the rear, a school bus that is stopped with red signal lights flashing on the front and rear. Traffic must remain stopped until the red signal lights and stop arm are no longer flashing. The law applies regardless of the speed limit.

Arriving at the Pick-Up Point:

It is the responsibility of the parent to see that students are safely on the bus

Be on time and avoid running to catch the bus.

If you have to walk along the road to the bus stop, walk on the left side facing oncoming traffic

Wait on the shoulder of the road in an orderly manner

Crossing the Road:

If you must cross the road, wait until the bus is stopped and the signals are flashing

Look both ways to be certain all traffic has stopped

Cross the road at right angles; walk quickly

Do not run

Cross approximately three metres in front of the bus, never behind the bus

Boarding the Bus:

Line up in single file with younger students at the front

Keep off the travelled portion of the road until the bus is stopped

Board the bus in an orderly manner and go directly to your seat

On the Bus:

Students are required to remain in their places while the bus is in motion

Keep windows closed unless the driver gives permission to open them

Never put hands, arms, head or legs out the window

Do not throw anything in the bus or out the windows; assist in keeping the bus clean

Refrain from loud or boisterous talking that may distract the driver; use appropriate language at all times

The consumption of food and beverages are prohibited

Keep the aisle clear

Leaving the Bus:

Check to see that you take all your belongings with you

When the bus stops, leave in an orderly manner

Route information and bus schedules are available from the Transportation Department using the automated phone system and your child’s student number and birth date.

For insurance and safety reasons, students will only be permitted to ride the bus assigned to take him/her to and from school. Furthermore, the pick-up and drop-off points must remain the same for the year. If you have any questions or concerns regarding these requirements, call the school or call the Transportation Department of the Durham District School Board.

Rules and Regulations:

The Ministry of Education regulations state that every pupil is responsible to the Principal of the school for his or her conduct while travelling on a school bus.

Bus riding is a privilege, not a right. This privilege may be withdrawn if a student's conduct is a threat to the safe operation of the bus or to an individual's safety.

If a student's bus privilege is suspended, parents are responsible for the transportation of their student.

Bus discipline problems will be dealt with as follows:

Step 1 - Pupil warning by bus driver

Step 2 - Pupil warning by school principal. Notification of parents

Step 3 - Temporary suspension of bus privileges by principal. Notification to parents in writing

Step 4 - Suspension of bus privileges by Superintendent pending further review

Transportation by Car

For the safety of students, please drop off students on Alexander Street during the period of time in the morning when school buses are arriving. This is typically between 7:50 and 8:05a.m. During this time and at the end of the day between 2:20 and 2:45p.m. the school parking lot and Alexander Street are bus loading zones. The pedestrian crossing at the west end of the parking lot must remain clear of vehicles in order that our safety patrollers have an unobstructed view of Alexander Street to safely cross students.

Bicycles

Bicycles are to be kept locked up in the bike racks while they are at school. The school is not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged bicycles. The law of Ontario states that bicycle helmets must be worn by all children under the age of 18.

Skateboards/Roller blades/Scooters/ Roller Shoes

Any student using a skateboard/roller blades or scooter to travel to and from school is required to carry the skateboard/roller blades or scooter while on school property. Skateboards/roller blades/ scooters are to be stored in student lockers or homeroom classroom during the day. Riders are expected to observe all rules of safety, otherwise school personnel will require that this type of equipment be left at home. No roller shoe wheels should be ridden on school property.

Code of Conduct

INTRODUCTION

The Code of Conduct for Cartwright Central PS was developed by staff, students and community members and was established following the Ontario Schools Code of Conduct (2000) and the applicable policies, regulations and procedures of the Durham District School Board. In accordance with Policy/Program Memorandum No. 128 from the Ministry of Education the Code of Conduct has been revised to reflect changes made in the Education Act, effective February 1, 2008, that pertain to suspension and expulsion of students

The Code of Conduct for Cartwright Central PS is designed to provide a framework to ensure that school is a safe, productive learning environment for all. We ask families to review this Code of Conduct so that all parties are familiar with school expectations and procedures. The Code of Conduct is subject to change at any time, based on directions from the Ministry of Education or the Durham District School Board.

In addition to our Code of Conduct the staff, students and S.C.C. of Cartwright Central P.S. have developed and annually review our School-Wide Respect Agreements.

Our CCPS Respect Agreements are as follows:

1. We speak respectfully.

2. We listen respectfully.

3. We include everyone.

4. We keep our hands and feet to ourselves.

These Respect Agreements guide the behaviour and interactions of all students, staff, parents and community members at Cartwright Central PS.

RATIONALE (Ontario Schools Code of Conduct)

The Durham District School Board is committed to providing a safe and secure school environment. The Safe Schools Act, 2000 required each board and each school to develop a Code of Conduct that is consistent with the legislation and board policy. These provisions were more recently amended by Bill 212, An Act To Amend The Education Act, in respect of behaviour, discipline and safety. The revised Education Act, together with the related Regulation 472/07, is effective February 1, 2008.

The Codes of Conduct for the Durham District School Board and Cartwright Central PS reflect the following provincial policy:

A school is a place that promotes responsibility, respect, civility and academic excellence in a safe learning and teaching environment.

All students, parents, teachers and staff have the right to be safe, and feel safe, in their school community. With this right comes the responsibility to contribute to a positive school climate and be law-abiding citizens and to be accountable for actions that put at risk the safety of others or oneself.

The Ontario Schools Code of Conduct sets clear provincial standards of behaviour. It specifies the mandatory consequences for student actions that do not comply with these standards. Policy/Program Memorandum No. 145, "Progressive Discipline and Promoting Positive Student Behaviour". October 4, 2007, provides an overview of the progressive discipline approach to be used when addressing issues of student conduct. When inappropriate behaviour occurs, Cartwright Central PS will utilize a range of interventions, supports and consequences that are developmentally appropriate, the include opportunities for students to learn from mistakes, and that focus on improving behaviour.

The provincial standards of behaviour apply not only to students, but also to all individuals involved in the publicly funded school system - parents or guardians, volunteers, teachers and other staff members - whether they are on school property, on school buses or at school-authorized events or activities.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES (Ontario Schools Code of Conduct)

The Durham District School Board and Cartwright Central PS support the provincial guiding principles and endorse recognition, acceptance and sensitivity toward ethnocultural diversity.

All participants involved in the publicly funded school system - students, parents or guardians, volunteers, teachers and other staff members - are included in the Ontario Schools Code of Conduct whether they are on school property, on school buses or at school-authorized events or activities.

All members of the school community are to be treated with respect and dignity, especially persons in positions of authority.

Responsible citizenship involves appropriate participation in the civic life of the school 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.

Members of the school community are expected to use non-violent means to resolve conflict. Physically aggressive behaviour is not a responsible way to interact with others.

The possession, use or threatened use of any object to injure another person endangers the safety of oneself and others.

Alcohol and illegal drugs are addictive and present a health hazard. Ontario schools will work cooperatively with police, drug and alcohol agencies to promote prevention strategies and, where necessary, respond to school members who are in possession of, or under the influence of, alcohol or illegal drugs. (As well, smoking in school buildings and on school property is prohibited by law.)

Insults, disrespect and other hurtful acts disrupt learning and teaching in a school community. Members of the school community have a responsibility to maintain an environment where conflict and difference can be addressed in a manner characterized by respect and civility.

Recognition and acceptance of, and sensitivity toward, ethnocultural diversity are expectations of and within the school community.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Ontario Schools Code of Conduct)

The Durham District School Board and Cartwright Central PS accept the provincial direction regarding individual roles and responsibilities. In addition to school staff, students and parents, other members of the public, who interact with members of the school community while present in or on school property or premises, have a responsibility to respect others in the school and to conduct themselves accordingly.

Principals, under the direction of their school board, take a leadership role in the daily operation of a school. They provide this leadership by:

demonstrating care and commitment to academic excellence and a safe teaching and learning environment;

holding everyone, under their authority, accountable for their behaviour and actions;

empowering students to be positive leaders in their school community;

communicating regularly and meaningfully with all members of their school community.

Teachers and School Staff, under the leadership of their principal, maintain order in the school and are expected to hold everyone to the highest standard of respectful and responsible behaviour. As role models, staff uphold these high standards when they:

help students work to their full potential and develop their self-worth;

empower students to be positive leaders in their classroom, school, and community

communicate regularly and meaningfully with parents;

maintain consistent standards of behaviour for all students;

demonstrate respect for all students, staff and parents;

prepare students for the full responsibilities of citizenship.

Students are to be treated with respect and dignity. In return, they must demonstrate respect for themselves, for others and for the responsibilities of citizenship through acceptable behaviour. Respect and responsibility are demonstrated when a student:

comes to school prepared, on time and ready to learn;

shows respect for themselves, others and for those in authority;

refrains from bringing anything to school that may compromise the safety of others;

follows the established rules and takes responsibility for his or her own action.

Parents play an important role in the education of their children and have a responsibility to support the efforts of school staff in maintaining a safe and respectful learning environment for all students. Parents fulfill this responsibility when they:

show an active interest in their child’s school work and progress;

communicate regularly with the school;

help their child be neat, appropriately dressed and prepared for school;

ensure that their child attends school regularly and on time;

promptly report to the school their child’s absence or late arrival;

become familiar with the Code of Conduct and school rules;

encourage and assist their child in following the rules of behaviour;

assist school staff in dealing with discipline issues;

demonstrate respect for all students, staff and parents.

Police and Community Members are essential partners in making our schools and communities safer. Community members need to support and respect the rules of their local schools. Police investigate incidents in accordance with the protocol developed with the local school board. These protocols are based on a provincial model developed by the Ministry of the Solicitor General and the Ministry of Education.

STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOUR (Ontario Schools Code of Conduct)

The Durham District School Board and Cartwright Central PS support the provincial standards of behaviour which include respect, civility, responsible citizenship and physical safety.

Respect, Civility and Responsible Citizenship

All school members must:

respect and comply with all applicable federal, provincial and municipal laws;

demonstrate honesty and integrity;

respect differences in people, their ideas and opinions;

treat one another with dignity and respect at all times, and especially when there is disagreement;

respect and treat others fairly, regardless of their race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability;

respect the rights 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 conductive to learning and teaching;

not swear at a teacher or at another person in a position of authority.

Physical Safety

Weapons - All school members must:

not be in possession of any weapon, including but not limited to firearms;

not use any object to threaten or intimidate another person;

not cause injury to any person with an object.

Alcohol and Drugs - All school members must:

not be in possession of, or under the influence of, or provide others with, alcohol or illegal drugs.

Aggression - All school members must:

not engage in bullying behaviours;

not commit sexual assaults;

not inflict or encourage others to inflict bodily harm on another person;

seek staff assistance, if necessary, to resolve conflict peacefully.

CONSEQUENCES (Durham District School Board)

Students who do not comply with the standards of behaviour outlined in the Code of Conduct will be dealt with in a judicious and considerate manner. Actions will vary depending on the circumstances of each individual case. Mitigating factors are always considered before determining consequences. Consequences may include:

caution by teacher, support staff, administrator or adult supervisor;

temporary removal from class, activity or event;

problem-solving exercise;

parental contact;

counselling;

peer mediation and conflict resolution programs

community/school service;

loss of privileges;

detention;

behaviour contracts

restorative practices

support and responsibility agreements

restitution;

suspension;

expulsion.

SUSPENSIONS

9.1 Circumstances Leading To Possible Suspension

9.1.1 A Principal shall consider whether to suspend a pupil if he or she believes that the pupil has engaged in any of the following activities while at school, at a school-related activity or in other circumstances where engaging in the activity will have an impact on the school climate:

1. uttering a threat to inflict serious bodily harm on another person*;

2. possessing alcohol or illegal drugs*;

3. being under the influence of alcohol;

4. swearing at a teacher or at another person in a position of authority;

5. committing an act of vandalism that causes extensive damage to school property at the pupil's school or to property located on the premises of the pupil's school*;

6. bullying; or,

7. any other activity that is an activity for which a principal may suspend a pupil under a policy of the Board.

Other suspendable infractions including but not limited to:

a)possessing or dispensing controlled or

intoxicating substances that are not prescribed for medical purposes;

b) being under the influence of illegal,

controlled or intoxicating substances that are not prescribed for medical purposes;

c) smoking on school property;

d) committing vandalism, destruction,

damage to school property or to the property of others located on or in school premises;

e) stealing property;

f) engaging in intimidation, extortion*, harassment*, or verbal aggression

g) misusing or misappropriating school

property or services, including computers and other technology systems;

h) engaging in hate motivated incidents*;

I) engaging in gang related activity*;

j) possessing dangerous objects or substances, including for example laser

pointers; gloves with studs on knuckles; or any other item deemed by the principal to be unsafe or a hazard to persons or property in the school;

k) committing physical assault on another person*;

l) engaging in or encouraging a fight;

m) engaging in conduct that constitutes opposition to authority;

n) demonstrating poor attendance that warrants disciplinary action;

o) engaging in behaviour that is disruptive to the learning environment of the class or school;

p) engaging in conduct that is detrimental to the moral tone of the school;

q) wearing clothing/apparel that is inappropriate, offensive or violates the school Dress Code;

r) engaging in unauthorized gambling or games of chance;

s) engaging in another activity that, under the Code of Conduct of the school, is one for which a suspension is warranted.

* may require police involvement as outlined in the Police/School Board Protocol.

9.1.2 In considering whether to suspend a

pupil for engaging in an activity described in 9.1.1., a Principal shall take into account the mitigating factors:

Mitigating Factors:

the student does not have the ability to control his or her behaviour;

the student does not have the ability to understand the foreseeable consequences of his or her behaviour; or

the student’s continuing presence in the school does not create an unacceptable risk

9.2 Circumstances Leading to a Suspension, Investigation, and Possible Expulsion

9.2.1 A Principal shall suspend a pupil if he

or she believes that the pupil has engaged in any of the following activities while at school, at a school-related activity or in other circumstances where engaging in the activity will have an impact on the school climate:

1. possessing a weapon, including possessing a firearm*;

2. using a weapon to cause or to threaten bodily harm to another person*;

3. committing physical assault on another person that causes bodily harm requiring treatment by a medical practitioner*;

4. committing sexual assault*;

5. trafficking in weapons or in illegal drugs*;.

6. committing robbery*;

7. giving alcohol to a minor*,

8. any other activity that, under a policy of a board, is an activity for which a Principal must suspend a pupil and conduct an investigation to determine whether to recommend to the board that the pupil be expelled.

Other suspendable infractions including but not limited to:

a) hate motivated violence*;

b) gang related violence*;

cc)trafficking in controlled or intoxicating substances not prescribed or dispensed for

medical purposes*;

d) uttering threats or threatening conduct intended to intimidate*;

e) engaging in harassment*;

f) ongoing conduct that is so refractory

(persistent) that the student's presence in the school or classroom is considered by the principal to effect a danger or possibility of harm, physical or emotional, to others in the school or to the reputation of the school.

(*require police involvement as outlined in the Police/School Board Protocol.)

Guidelines from the Ministry of Education directs us to place Suspension/Expulsion documents in the O.S.R. Guidelines will be established as directed by the Ministry of Education.

9.2.2 A pupil who is suspended under this section is suspended from his or her school and from engaging in all school-related activities.

9.2.3 A Principal may suspend a pupil under

9.2 for up to 20 school days and, in considering how long the suspension should be, the Principal shall take into account the mitigating factors, as well as the other factors, set out in 9.04 above.

9.2.4 When a Principal suspends a pupil under 9.2, the pupil shall be assigned to a program for suspended pupils, as established by the Board in accordance with any policies or guidelines issued by the Minister.

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Dress Code

Our general policy is for students to be dressed appropriately and comfortably for the purpose of school and learning. The following guidelines should help define "appropriately":

Clothing must be free of slogans or statements that contain profanity or have directly stated or double meanings that are offensive or sexually suggestive

Clothing must not advertise alcoholic beverages, drug use, or cigarettes

Clothing covers the waist (even when arms are raised)

Underwear must not show in any way

Tank tops - minimum of 4cm wide

Hats are to be removed when entering the school or portables

shorts/skirts should be of suitable length to fully cover the body and not be immodest

studded wrist bands and decorative chains are not permitted for safety reasons.

Durham District School Board’s Acceptable and Safe Use Procedure for Technology

The Durham District School Board is pleased to provide you with access to a variety of computing and information technology facilities and resources. These facilities and resources are provided for educational purposes, not for public access. They will help you to achieve your learning outcomes, research requirements, and assist with career preparation.

You must review this procedure with your parent/guardian. Procedures and rules regarding the use of the facilities and resources must be followed.

Acceptable Use

I will use the computing and technology facilities as instructed by my teachers.

I may use by the Internet when a teacher is present or I have special permission to do so.

I will only use the computing and technology facilities for recreational purposes when I have permission from my teacher.

I will never use the computing and technology facilities for illegal or money-making purposes.

I may copy another person’s work if I acknowledge it in a reference note.

I will not download and sell materials which are owned by someone else.

I will follow the school rules when using and downloading any files and software.

I will keep my password secret.

Safe Use

I will never give out personal information about myself or others on the Internet without my teacher’s instruction. This includes my address, telephone number, picture, baby-sitter, route taken to school, or parents’ hours of work.

I will only use my first name if I am working with a project where I talk to other people.

I will inform my teacher immediately if I find materials and sites I should not see.

I will inform my teacher immediately if I am ever uncomfortable or frightened on the Internet (because a user is not using acceptable behaviour).

Appropriate Use

I will be polite. I will only use language that is acceptable in my school.

I will send messages that contain words or information I would write on a classroom blackboard.

I will not use the computing and technology facilities in any ways that will harm the system or another person’s

work.

I will not go into another person’s private mail or files.

Reliability

I understand that the teachers and technicians try to ensure that the computer and technology facilities work. However, I understand that the computer and technology facilities may be unavailable sometimes.

I understand that information found on the Internet may be false, and I must learn to evaluate the information that I find.

Computer Technology

Student access to the internet is monitored and inappropriate use of the computers will result in the students being denied access to school computers. All students will sign a computer use contract prior to access to school computers.

CONCLUSION

When staff, students and families work together, a positive and productive learning environment is established at Cartwright Central P. S. where goals are set and achieved. The Code of Conduct establishes the level of behaviour expected for all, so that we have the best possible school where success and achievement are reached through cooperation, courtesy and respect. Please review this Code of Conduct at the beginning of the school year and keep it in a safe place where it can be referenced if necessary.