Code of Conduct

Introduction:

The District School Board of Niagara Believes that students should place a high value on excellence, integrity, self-discipline, tolerance and respect for others. Therefore, the discipline policy at Rose Seaton School is designed to develop self-worth, self-control and self-esteem.

Discipline is learned and it should be taught in the home, the school, and the community. It is a developmental process that ultimately should result in self-discipline and appropriate responses in society.

Behavioural Expectations For Students:

• Attend school punctually and regularly
  
• Act responsibly and exercise self-discipline
  
• Pursue all studies with diligence
  
• Honour the rights of others to study and learn
  
• Respect School Property
  
• Be considerate, courteous, and co-operative

Safety Expectations For Students:

• Make sure that a parent or teacher knows where you are at all times
  
• Walk with someone else to and from school
  
• Observe the “No Body Contact” rule
  
• The parking area is out of bounds for students
  
• Use all playground equipment safely

Consequences When Expectations Are Not Met:

The following range of consequences is intended to protect the safety and rights of all students. In selecting the course of action to be taken, the teacher/principal will consider the age of the child, the nature of the offence, the number of previous infractions, and any extenuating circumstances.

• Discussion with teacher/principal
  
• Alternate work environment
  
• Consultation with parents
  
• Community Service
  
• Removal of Privileges
  
• Suspension

Expectations For Teachers:

• Plan and implement an effecttive educational program for all students
  
• Evaluate and report student progress regularly
  
• Provide a safe and stimulating learning environment
  
• Respect the rights and needs of students
  
• Open lines of communication between home and school

Expectations For Parents

• Support school policies and procedures
  
• Communicate with teachers/principal
  
• Encourage children to follow school rules
  
• Provide tools and home environment necessary for success at school

Expectations For Visitors

• Use the front doors when entering the school
  
• Sign in at the main office
  
• Observe all school rules
  
• Exercise confidentiality