DEVINS DRIVE PUBLIC SCHOOL CODE OF BEHAVIOUR Our goal is to develop students who are polite, self-disciplined, responsible, sensitive to others, and proud of their learning accomplishments and the successes of others.  We believe that parents are our partners in promoting the development of self-discipline and appropriate behaviour. Students have the right to: A safe environment A meaningful education An atmosphere of respect, free from harassment, bullying and fear With these rights come responsibilities. Students are expected to: Attend regularly and arrive for class on time Dress in accordance with the Appropriate Dress Code Show respect and courtesy by using appropriate behaviour and language to staff, students, and visitors Respect school property, personal property, and the property of others Play safely and ensure the safety of others Move about the school in a quiet, orderly manner Respect and respond to rules and routines in the school, on the bus, and during field trips Demonstrate a commitment to learning by participating in class activities, completing assigned work and seeking clarification when needed Support the learning process of others Learn to accept and appreciate individual differences Develop a sense of self-discipline and self-respect Consequences Students who demonstrate the behaviour and attitudes identified in the Code will experience and enjoy: Positive learning and growth in self-confidence Rewarding relationships with others A variety of rewards, recognitions, and celebrations Students who do not follow the expectations identified by this Code will receive consequences such as: Parental contact and involvement (note/phone/meeting) Detentions   Exclusion from optional activities Withdrawal of privileges Restitution for damages Student exclusion temporarily from class or voluntary withdrawal from class or school Suspension from school SAFE SCHOOLS POLICY Belief Statement: We will maintain safe schools by developing both intervention and prevention programs. The Safe Schools Act, 2000, the Education Act, and the Ontario Code of Conduct set out the standards for student behaviour and specify the consequences for student actions that do not comply with those standards. Safe Schools Plan Highlights (Please refer to the pamphlet sent home with all students in September for complete details) Clear and Strong Consequences Zero-tolerance for weapons, violence or drugs Formal police/board protocol in effect Community Involvement School/Police partnership in prevention and enforcement of safe schools issues School Council/School Administration discussions on code of behaviour and safe schools initiatives Opportunity for the public to provide input.