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Golden Secondary School Code of Conduct
GSS R.O.C.K.S.!
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(For a pdf copy of the Golden Secondary Code of Conduct, click here.) |
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Statement of Purpose: In accordance with the School Act and School District #6 Board Policy, the GSS Student Code of Conduct has been developed in order to establish and maintain a safe, caring and orderly environment for learning by outlining expectations for student conduct, consequences for inappropriate student conduct, and the process for communication with parents. School officials are expected to act ‘in loco parentis’, therefore making decisions to ensure the safety of all students as would a judicious parent. |
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Student Conduct Expectations: GSS has established the acronym, R.O.C.K.S., which stands for Respectful, Organized, Cooperative, Kind, and Safe to assist students to develop positive attitudes and behaviour. Appendix A outlines some examples to illustrate what expected behaviour “looks like” in order for students to present themselves in a manner appropriate to the working and learning environment of a secondary school. |
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Student Consequences: It is expected that all students follow the GSS Code of Conduct at all times, which is reviewed at the beginning of each school year and periodically throughout the year. Inappropriate behaviour is corrected by school staff when it occurs with the expectation that students learn to demonstrate the appropriate behaviour. GSS implements a progressive discipline policy, whereby consequences for inappropriate behaviour are assigned in an escalating manner if the behaviour does not change. However, incidents involving the possession or use of alcohol and drugs, violent acts, and other forms of serious misconduct will result in immediate suspension and possible referral to the District Discipline Committee. See Appendix B. |
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Rising Expectations: It is expected that as students become older, more mature, and move through successive grades, they will conduct themselves with greater personal responsibility and self-discipline. Therefore, older students will move through the progression of consequences for inappropriate behaviour more quickly than a younger student. |
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Notification: School officials have a responsibility to advise certain parties of serious breaches of the code of conduct. These may include, but are not limited to, the parents of the student offender, parents of the victim, school district officials as required by school district policy, police and other agencies as required by law and parents in general in order to reassure members of the school community that school officials are taking appropriate action to address breaches of the code of conduct. |
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EXAMPLES OF EXPECTED BEHAVIOUR |
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ORGANIZED |
COOPERATIVE |
KIND |
SAFE |
| -treating people, property and school with respect
-being polite to teachers, staff and other students
-using courteous words such as please/ thank you; proper language
-recognizing the right of other students to learn
-listening/talking at appropriate times
-listening to others when they are talking
-listening when others are asking questions
-removing hat when requested
-raising hand to ask questions
dressing appropriately
- refrain from inappropriate touching (groping, horseplay, pushing) |
-attending all classes
-being on time for classes
-bringing all supplies to each and every class
-having homework completed on time
-organizing course materials i.e. notes, tests, etc.
-keeping notebook neat
-asking appropriate questions at
appropriate times
-going to the bathroom during breaks, not during class time
-planning work time for projects and test
-being prepared for tests/quizzes
-reviewing class notes
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-promptly following directions given by ALL staff
-following classroom rules/expectations
-trying your best at all times
-eating and drinking at breaks
-participating in class
-doing your share in group work
-being quiet so others can work
-honouring commitment to extracurricular activities
-being on task in class
- use due process when addressing a concern
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-using good manners
-showing empathy
-helping others
-speaking in a positive and encouraging manner
-smiling a lot
-being helpful to younger or new students
-volunteering when help is needed
-picking up garbage
-returning lunch tray
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-following safety procedures for equipment use
-waiting for authorization before using equipment
-knowing lab safety procedures
-keeping your work space clean
-sitting in chair appropriately
-driving with care and attention
-walking in orderly manner down the hallway
-allowing room for people to pass
-lining up for school bus on sidewalk
-remaining on sidewalk until bus has stopped
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In addition to the chart of expected behaviour above, there are several specific areas of conduct explained below:
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RESPECT FOR SCHOOL ENVIRONMENT
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Everyone must recognize and demonstrate pride in respecting his/her own and other’s property. This includes; but is not limited to, willful vandalism, computer misuse, plagiarism, theft, and graffiti.
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VIOLENCE, INTIMIDATION, HARASSMENT, DISCRIMINATION |
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Golden Secondary School will not tolerate physical violence, intimidation, harassment and discrimination in the school, on the school grounds or during any activity associated with the school. Physical violence includes unwanted physical contact between students such as, but not limited to, pushing, punching, and horseplay. “Assault” is the term used to describe physical violence from one student toward another person. “Fighting” is the term used to describe physical violence between two students. Intimidation, harassment, and discrimination refer to, but are not limited to, behaviour and actions which may be perceived as a threat to the safety and well being of a person.
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WEAPONS, EXPLOSIVES, FIREWORKS AND LIGHTING DEVICES |
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Golden Secondary School will not tolerate weapons at school. No student shall be in possession of weapons or use an object as a weapon, with the intent to injure or harass, while under the school’s jurisdiction.
Students will not use or display any unauthorized lighting device (including, but not limited to matches, lighters, explosives, stink bombs, etc.) while at school or at school functions.
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Drugs and alcohol are not permitted in the building, on the grounds of Golden Secondary School, or at any School function. Students who consume, deliver, are under the influence of, or have in their possession any alcohol, illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia while on school property or involved with a school activity shall be suspended. Drug paraphernalia includes, but not limited to, pipes, roach clips, needles, etc.
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SMOKING AND CHEWING TOBACCO |
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Smoking and the use of chewing tobacco are not allowed anywhere on school property or in the areas adjacent to the school grounds.
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Students riding on wheels to school (bicycles, roller blades, skateboards, etc.) must stop at the edge of school property and carry their ‘wheels’ either to their lockers or to the bike stand.
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Students must keep these items in their lockers if they choose to bring them to school. These items may only be used before/after school, at Nutrition Break and Lunch. Students in Grade 11 or 12 on Study Blocks may use these items in the forum.
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It is expected that students dress in manner conducive to a positive teaching and learning environment (similar to what would be acceptable at a job). Clothing with inappropriate slogans, too revealing or showing underclothing is not acceptable.
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Please be aware that school hallways and school entrances are monitored by video surveillance.
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The responsibility for student attendance lies primarily with the student and the student’s parents. Therefore, parents are requested to inform the school, by telephone, on a day to day basis concerning any student absences.
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Sign Out Process
If you are leaving the school during the school day, please follow the sign-out process outlined below:
- Provide the secretary with a parent/guardian note that gives you parent permission to leave the school. If you don’t have a note - please contact your parent and have them contact a secretary by telephone (344-2201)
- After parent permission has been provided to the secretary- sign out using the “pink sheet”.
- One of the secretaries will provide you with a “blue slip”. Take this “blue slip” with you to class.
- When you need to leave, show the “blue slip” to the teacher of the class you are leaving and your teacher will sign the “ blue slip”.
- On your way out, stop at the office and clip the “blue slip” onto the “pink sheet” clip board.
- When you return, enter your return time using the “pink sheet”. Then pick up your “blue slip” and have a secretary initial it.
- Give the “blue slip” to your next teacher.
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Students may attend a school dance if they have attended school on the day of the dance, student fees have been paid and they attend Golden Secondary. Special permission for guests may be granted by the Principal. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and close at 8:00 p.m. Students who may be late due to sports or work may obtain approval from the Principal before 3:30 on the day of the dance. Students who leave the dance will not be allowed to reenter. Students under the influence or in possession of drugs or alcohol will be immediately suspended from school.
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Students may park in the student parking lot at the back of the school. All student drivers are expected to drive defensively, following the driving restrictions that accompany their “L” or “N” licenses.
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Some grade 11 and 12 students may be eligible for a Study Block with the Principal’s permission. These students are expected to work in the library, be in the forum working on homework, be in a class with permission, or be out of school.
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Appendix B:
Classroom consequences may include: verbal correction and warning, changed seating, detentions, phone calls home, behaviour contracts, Study Hall and restitution.
Office consequences may include: administrative discussion, restitution, detentions, Study Hall, In-School Suspension, Home Suspension, Referral to the District Discipline Committee.
The District Discipline Committee consists of an Assistant Superintendent, a School District #6 Trustee and a Principal or Vice-Principal from one of the elementary schools.
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