PARRY SOUND HIGH SCHOOL
The Near North District School Board continues to take steps and enact procedures that enhance the safety of students and staff members in its schools and that promote clear standards of behaviour. The School Board’s Code of Conduct and individual School Codes of Conduct reflect the requirements outlined in Policy/Program Memorandum No. 128 (October 4, 2007). The Ontario standards of behaviour apply to all individuals (students, parents/guardians, staff members, volunteers, partners, etc.) involved in the schools and activities of the Near North District School Board, –– whether they are on school property, on school buses, travelling to and from school, at school-authorized events or activities, or involved in acts off school property which affect the tone of the school.
In consultation with the staff, school council, First Nations’ Counsellors and students’ council, Parry Sound High School has established a School Code of Conduct that operates under the umbrella of the provincial and Board codes. This document will be posted on the school website and made available to all stakeholders.
Parry Sound High School is committed to the following:
- ensuring that all members of the school community, especially people in positions of authority, are treated with respect and dignity
- promoting respect for the rights of others
- promoting responsible citizenship
- maintaining an environment where conflict and difference can be addressed through the use of non-violent means
- providing a safe teaching/learning environment
- discouraging the use of alcohol and illegal drugs
School Staff
- support the leadership of the principal in maintaining order and consistent disciplinary practices in the school
- help students work to their full potential and develop their sense of self-worth
- communicate (teaching staff) regularly and meaningfully with parents
- hold everyone to the highest standard of respectful and responsible behaviour and model such behaviour
- demonstrate care and commitment to academic excellence and a safe teaching/learning environment
Students
- come to school prepared, on time, and ready to learn
- show respect for himself or herself, for others, and for those in authority;
- refrain from bringing anything to school or be in possession of anything that may compromise the safety of others
- Become familiar with and follow the Code of Conduct and school rules
Parents/Guardians
- show an active interest in their child’s school work and progress , for example: maintaining contact with the school/their child’s teachers, attending parent teacher conferences and being cognizant of reporting periods etc.
- help their child be neat, appropriately dressed, and prepared for school
- ensure that their child attends school regularly and on time
- promptly report to the school their child’s absence or late arrival
- be familiar with the provincial Code of Conduct, the Board’s Code of Conduct, and school rules
- encourage and assist their child in following the rules of behaviour
- assist school staff in dealing with disciplinary issues involving their child