CODE OF CONDUCT SENIOR SCHOOL (GRADES 9-12) STUDENT SUMMARY The York School is committed to providing a safe and inclusive learning environment where all school members feel comfortable, accepted and supported. In this regard, our Code of Conduct (part of our Core Agreement document (www.yorkschool.com/core_agreement) promotes responsibility, respect, civility, citizenship and academic excellence, and sets clear standards of behaviour. Please review this Code of Conduct Executive Summary with your teacher or Principal and discuss
staff, parents and guardians as well as visitors, volunteers and community users. Failure to abide by the Code of Conduct will result in Progressive Disciplinary Action. At The York School students are dealt with as individuals, on a case by case basis, in a manner that accounts for the context, severity of the infraction, a criminal nature, all of which have a respective disciplinary action. The goal of the disciplinary action is to educate students and keep our school a safe and supportive environment for all. Student Behaviour I will demonstrate respect towards all school members, including teachers, staff, peers and parents. I will respect other people’s need to be free from physical harm. I will take responsibility for my behaviour, demeanour, language and observe all school rules and regulations. Attendance I will be punctual for school and I will attend all classes unless I have a legitimate reason for missing class and have the permission of my parent(s) or guardians. Academic Honesty The York School is dedicated to enabling students to perform academically to the best of their abilities. Students are expected to acquire skills with respect to communication and learning skills that are demonstrated through various curriculum activities, so as to avoid the temptation to plagiarize or cheat. I understand that plagiarism, cheating, collusion or other act by which a student unfairly misrepresents his or her academic effort or achievement or knowingly assists another in such misrepresentation will not be tolerated by The York School. Anti-Bullying Students and staff at The York School have a right to teach and learn in a supportive, caring and safe environment without fear of being bullied. To ensure this, students and staff have worked together to develop an anti-bullying policy oblems in a non-violent manner. eliminate bullying at The York School.
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