Lawrence Park CI - School Policy - Student Code of Respect and Responsibilities

School Policy - Student Code of Respect and Responsibilities

The goals

Our goal at Lawrence Park Collegiate is to assist students to be responsible for their behaviour by developing a sense of mutual trust and respect and to promote this code of behaviour.

Areas of Concern	Student Responsibilities	Possible Range of Consequences
RESPECT FOR SELF AND OTHERS	*Promote self worth and practice tolerance.*
1. Behaviour in halls	Students are encouraged not to use the halls for work or socializing during class time. The library and cafeteria are available to those with timetabled spares. Students en route to their destination are not to disturb classes in progress. Running and roller-blading are prohibited. Food and beverages are allowed only during the lunch hours in the cafeteria, in the basement hallways adjoining the cafeteria and the first floor hallway.	Informal interview to suspension.
2. Smoking	Smoking is prohibited on school property according to the policies of the TDSB and the City of Toronto by-laws. Smoking is also prohibited while attending off-site school-sponsored activities.	1st time: call home 2nd time: meeting with VP/a ticket may be issued 3rd time: suspension
3. Cafeteria	Students must enter and leave through the appropriately marked doors, line up for food in an orderly manner, return trays and place garbage in the appropriate containers.	Informal interview to suspension.
4. Assembly Behaviour	Students are to follow designated seating plans and behave appropriately. Hats and hoods must be removed prior to entering the auditorium. Students who are late for assemblies may not be admitted.	Informal interview to suspension.
5. Library Behaviour	The library is to be used for quiet research and study. Students must observe library rules as posted.	Informal interview to suspension of library privileges to suspension.
6. Elevator	For use only by students with a physical disability/injury. A key may be borrowed for a $20 refundable deposit from the Principal's office.	Interview and possible consequences.
7. Racial or Ethnic Bias	These incidents may be defined as: ethnic slurs, jokes, stereo-typing, threats, assault, intimidation, any negative verbal, written or physical expression that promotes hatred towards a person's race, colour or ethnocultural heritage, graffiti and hate graffiti. These actions are against Board policy and will not be tolerated.	Interview to suspension and criminal charges.
8. Homophobic or Sexual Harassment	These incidents may be defined as expressions of power, authority or control through sexual references in offensive jokes, name calling, pictures (including clothing design), touching, and derogatory behaviour. These actions are against Board policy and will not be tolerated.	Interview to suspension and criminal charges.
9. Dress code	School is a place for learning. Respect for self and the school environment must be a reflection of what boys and girls wear throughout the day. Students are expected to use good judgement and to dress in attire appropriate for our school. Offensive words, symbols or slogans that depict violence, drugs, hate, discrimination or sex are prohibited. Clothing with low neckline or one that reveals bared midriff, bared back and bare or exposed posterior when sitting, standing or climbing the stairs is not appropriate for school. Tops should meet the bottoms - mind the GAP!	Students not dressed appropriately will be asked to change/sent to VPO by Teacher. Successive infractions may lead to suspension.
10. Distribution and display of student publications in school	No material may be distributed on school property without the approval of the administration. This includes but is not limited to posters, announcements and written materials.	Interview to suspension.
RESPECT FOR THE LEARNING PROCESS	*Promote a peaceful, positive learning environment.*
11. Computer / Internet Use	Student use of computers is to be in accordance with the On-line Code of Conduct, established by the TDSB. This On-line Code of Conduct includes sections covering Personal Safety Rules, Unacceptable Sites and Materials, Use Guidelines, Prohibited Uses and Activities, On-Line Publishing, and Liability.	Interview to suspension of computer use, suspension or legal action.
12. Electronic Devices a) Cell phones, pagers b) ipod, CD Players, Walkman and stereo headsets or other similar devices	a) Students are encouraged to leave their cell phones and pages at home. In school, these devices are to be turned off. b) The use of these devices is not permitted in the classrooms. Any exemption to this rule must be discussed by the instructor of the class and the administration.	1st step: warning to student by teacher that device will be confiscated. 2nd Step: Device will be taken away until the end of the day by teacher. 3rd Step: Device will be taken away for 3 days with a referral sheet to VPO. Final step: Device will be taken away for 5 days with a referral sheet to VPO.
13. Cheating and Plagiarism	Students are expected to demonstrate academic honesty on all assignments, presentation, tests and examinations.	Formal interview to suspension, including a mark of zero on test, exam or essay. Plagiarized work will be kept on file by the subject department.
14. Snowballs	Snowball throwing is not permitted on or around school property.	Warning to suspension.
RESPECT FOR SAFETY	*Practise harmony.*
15. Intruders	It is Board policy that all visitors to the school must report to the Main Office. Students must not invite non-LP students to the school without prior Administration approval. Anyone who is aware of the presence of intruders in the school should immediately report this to the Main Office, the VPO or our Hall Monitor.	Suspension/Trespass to Property Act to expulsion/criminal charges.
16. Bullying and/or fighting	These actions are not acceptable during the school day on school property or at school-sponsored events. Anyone who has knowledge of an impending fight should report this to the VP's office or LP Watch at 222-TIPS.	Automatic suspension to criminal charges.
17. Weapons	Students are prohibited from possessing weapons or facsimiles of weapons on school property or during school-sponsored events. Weapons include but are not limited to guns, knives, laser pointers, firecrackers, lighters, and any incendiary devices. These items are also prohibited as props or visual aids for school presentations or performances.	Suspension to police/criminal charges including expulsion.
18. Substance Abuse / Possession or Trafficking	Students are prohibited from possessing, consuming, selling or being under the influence of drugs or alcohol on school property or during off-site school-sponsored activities.	From suspension to police/criminal charges and/or expulsion. Refusal of admission to school-sponsored events.
19. Fire Alarms	When the fire alarm sounds, students must exit the school via the emergency exit noted on the sign in the area where the student is located. Anyone who has any knowledge pertaining to a false fire alarm must report this to the V.P.'s office or 416-222-TIPS.	From informal interview to police/criminal investigation and charges.
RESPECT FOR PROPERTY	*Be a good citizen.*
20. Vandalism and Graffiti	Wilful destruction of school property or vandalism causing damage to board property or property located on Board premises is prohibited.	Automatic suspension, parental meeting and restitution; possible criminal charges.
21. Lockers	Students are required to use only the locker assigned to them. Valuable items should be left at home and not brought to school. Lockers remain the property of the TDSB and may be inspected by school staff at any time and without warning. Stickers, signs or graffiti are not permitted on the inside or outside of lockers. Hazardous items may not be stored in lockers.	From informal interview to police/criminal charges.

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