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Treherne Elementary School Handbook

2023-2024

       

                  

               Treherne Tigers                                     Prairie Spirit School Division            

224 Andrews Ave.

Box 110   Treherne, MB  R0G 2V0

https://sites.google.com/a/prspirit.org/tes/

Phone : 204-723-2737

Email : lfrizzley@prspirit.org

Treherne Elementary School

WELCOME TO STUDENTS AND PARENTS

At Treherne Elementary School we extend a warm welcome to you.  The school and staff are here to assist you in your development.  It is our sincere hope that you will find this school year to be enjoyable and rewarding.  To parents, we encourage you to be an active participant in your child’s learning.  Please feel welcome to contact the school should you have any questions at all. If you require a meeting time with your child’s teacher, please contact them directly to set up a mutually suitable meeting time. The purpose of this handbook is to provide information to parents and students about the school.  We are looking forward to a great year and it is our hope that you find the information provided in this handbook valuable.

TREHERNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL WEBSITE

The schools of the Prairie Spirit School Division have developed websites to provide information to parents, students, and the general public.  We encourage you to visit our websites and we hope you find the information useful and informative.

Prairie Spirit School Division             https://sites.google.com/a/prspirit.org/prairie-spirit-5/

Treherne Elementary School            https://sites.google.com/a/prspirit.org/tes/

STAFF DIRECTORY:

                                                                                                           Teaching Assignments

Principal                           Lindsay Frizzley                                Kindergarten

Teachers                                Shirley Tichon                                    Grade 1-2 ELA, Math, SS, Science, Art, Grade ¾ SS

Karen Trent-Holmstrom                        Grade 3-4 ELA, Science, Art, Grade 3 Math,

                                

Linden Guenther                                Grade 4 & 6 Math, Grade 1-6 Math Intervention

Grade K-6 PE/HE, Grade 5/6 Science

                                

Katie Terrick-Steiner                        Grade 5-6 ELA, SS, Art,  Grade 5 Math

Resource Teacher                             Patti Everett

Guidance                        Alison Delf-Timmerman

Administrative Assistant                   Crystal Kucharsky                

Librarian                        Amie Boulet

Educational Assistants                Haley Harp

                                Melissa Prince

                                Arrian Dyck

Speech Language Pathologist        Tierney Demare

Custodians                        Jean Bazin                

                                                          Irene Henderson-Stewart                

PSSD Trustee                        Ross Mckellar                            

LINES OF COMMUNICATION:   If you have a question or concern as a parent, the best way to resolve the concern is to contact the teacher first.  Most concerns are resolved between the teacher and the parent.  If you feel your concern has not been addressed, the next step would be to contact the principal.  The principal may call a meeting with all parties involved to address the concern.  If your concern is still not resolved, your final steps would be the superintendent and finally the trustee.  Again, most concerns are resolved with a phone call or a meeting with the teacher.

Our goal is to keep you well informed through:

BELIEF STATEMENT

In Prairie Spirit School Division we believe…

Everyone has the right to learn in a safe and caring environment.

Every learner has the right to be educated to the best of their ability/potential.

Learning is a life-long process.

Education is more than academics.

Education is a global learning opportunity.

Learning is everyone's responsibility.

Shared Community Values

SCHOOL INFORMATION

SCHOOL CALENDAR:  The school calendar for each school year is distributed to all students in the June report card as well as on the first day of school in September.  It is also posted in the Treherne Times at the end of August.

TIMES AND BUZZERS FOR CHANGE OF CLASSES:  The first bell occurs at 8:45 in the morning when all students go to their homeroom classrooms for attendance, announcements, and O’ Canada.  Students are considered late if they are not in the homeroom for the anthem.  The first class begins at 8:55 a.m.

8:55                O’Canada & Announcements

9:00  – 9:15         SPARK

9:15 - 10:30         Instruction Time

10:30 – 11:10        Nutrition/Activity Time

11:10 – 12:50        Instruction Time

12:50 – 1:50        Nutrition/Activity Time

1:50 – 3:30        Instruction Time

3:30                All Students Dismissed                

BUS ROAD and DROP-OFF/PICK UP AREA:  No one is to drive on the bus road between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. during the days when the school is open.  Parents or other drivers can drop off students in the designated parent drop off/pick up zone.  Please park in a horizontal manner beside the school. Enter from the west and exit through the east in a parallel manner. Please put your vehicle in park while waiting for your child. No student should be dropped off no earlier than 8:40 am but no later than 8:45 as that is the time a teacher is on supervision. If you require an earlier drop off, please contact the Tiger Hills Community Resource Centre to inquire about their Before and After School program.

ENTERING and EXITING THE BUILDING: Students in Grades K-2 are to use the doors on the east side of the building.  Students in Grades 3-6 are to use the doors on the north side. All other doors are for emergency exit only.  Students are not allowed into the school building prior to 8:45 a.m., so please ensure that students are dressed for the weather conditions. Supervision is not provided outdoors until 8:40 am so it is required  that your child does not arrive at the school prior to this time.

All students need daily permission from their parents to leave school grounds at any point in the day prior to leaving.  This may be done with an email or phone call to either the principal and/or the school secretary.

VISITORS:  All visitors, including visiting students, must report to the office.  Our school is locked at all times. Please enter through the first set of doors at the north entrance and ring the doorbell.  The secretary will then page or visit the room and bring your child to you in the lobby. We ask that you refrain from entering the hallways where your child or their friends can see you as it causes unnecessary distractions at the end of the day when staff are trying to keep everyone organized.

SIGN IN/SIGN OUT: All students will report to the office if arriving late or leaving early. They must also make a staff member aware that they are leaving for any appointments throughout the day, going home for lunch, etc.  

PERSONAL DEVICES: All students with cell phones or personal devices are requested to turn in their device to the office at 8:45 am. The device will be returned at the end of the day.  If you need to reach your child, you can call the school to speak with them. Misuse of these devices will result in them being banned from school entirely.

ACTIVITY TIME (RECESS):  The first activity time is 30 minutes long for all students.  K-6 students have outdoor recess so please ensure your child is dressed for the weather conditions.  All students from K-6  have access to the play structure. Parents may make a written request that their child remain indoors in case of a serious or chronic illness. 

PLAYGROUND BEHAVIOUR

WEATHER POLICIES  During adverse weather conditions, (snowstorm, heavy rain, or high wind chill), students will remain indoors for recess at the discretion of the supervising teacher. If school is closed due to inclement weather you will receive a phone call/email/text from the automated divisional recorder. Please ensure all of your contact information is correct on the registration form in order to be contacted.

NUTRITION TIME:  All students have two times throughout the day for proper nutrition. Students will be eating in their classrooms this year.  K-3 eat first and then have recess, followed by the 4-6’s. The school does NOT provide cutlery or utensils for students. Students are advised not to share lunches because of potential allergies and general cleanliness.  Staying for lunch is a privilege. Individuals who violate the rules may lose their privileges. 

FOOD/DRINKS:  Food and drinks are only allowed in designated areas throughout the school. Water bottles are required by all students.

DISMISSAL:  All Students will be dismissed by 3:30.  Each grade group will leave out of their designated doors.  Students in Kindergarten will be escorted out of the school building by a staff member and will be released to their respective guardians.

Parents who are walking to pick up their child(ren) please stand on the sidewalk near the play structure .  Parents who will be driving to pick up their child(ren) are required to use the Drop off/Pick up Zone.  This will ensure safety for all. Please do not park parallel to staff parking, or across the street. Please wait in your vehicle until your child(ren) comes to your vehicle.  

AFTER SCHOOL:  No students are to be in school after 3:30 unless they are part of a supervised extracurricular activity or are attending the Before/After School Program.

SCHOOL SERVICES

REQUEST FOR SPEECH & LANGUAGE, PSYCHOLOGIST, OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY, etc: Although most of the referrals are initiated by a teacher; a student or a parent may make a request to classroom teacher to discuss concerns regarding academic or social emotional support. 

GUIDANCE: The guidance counsellor is Ms. Alison Delf-Timmerman. A student can ask to see the guidance counsellor for advice during the year without an official request being made.  A parent or teacher can also make a referral for the student to see the guidance counsellor.

RESOURCE: The resource teacher is Ms. Patti Everett. A student can ask to see the resource teacher for advice during the year without an official request being made.  A parent or teacher can also make a referral for the student to see the resource teacher.

COMPUTERS: All students have access to the Chromebook computers and IPads/tablets during the day.  Internet access will be restricted to those students who have parental permission and have signed an Internet Use Agreement.

TELEPHONE:  Telephone calls to students should be made during the class breaks outlined in the student handbook.  Students will be allowed to use the school telephones in the case of illness or emergency only. Students are not to use the phone without permission and when the main office is unattended.  All after school social events such as play dates are to be made outside of school time. Students will not be allowed to use the phone to arrange these events.

FUNDRAISING:  Plans for all fundraising events must be made in consultation with the school principal.   This includes fundraising organized by the student council, parent committee, or any group acting on behalf of the school.  The monies collected from fundraising are not to be used for personal reasons or used for alcohol related activities.  

ATTENDANCE POLICY

It is very important that students attend class to have the opportunity to succeed in their courses.  If they are not attending class on a regular basis, it will make it difficult for them to be successful in class. The purpose of this policy is to give support to the idea that there is an unmistakable link between regular class attendance and academic success.  It is necessary for students, parents, and staff to share in the responsibility of regular class attendance.  

Attendance at school is mandatory according to the Public Schools Act.  Specifically two sections apply:

Section 260 (1) – Responsibility to send child to school – Every parent of a child of compulsory school age shall ensure that the child attends school.

Section 260 (3) – Pupils over 16 years of age – Notwithstanding that a pupil is over compulsory school age, he/she is subject to the rules of the school board in matters pertaining to school attendance.

PROCEDURE FOR ABSENTEES

Parents are requested to phone or email Treherne Elementary by 8:45 a.m. to advise of a student absence.  If we have not received a phone call by 9:00 a.m., the school will attempt to contact the home to verify reasons for absence. Email is also sufficient to the secretary and principal.

It is the expectation upon the parent, to make arrangements with the teachers and office regarding homework being sent home. This communication can be via phone or email.

If your child is absent from school, they will not be permitted to participate in any school/extracurricular activities for that day.

PUNCTUALITY:  Students are expected to be punctual in their arrival at school and for each class.

Morning - Students are expected to be in their homeroom class by 8:50 a.m. where attendance will be taken.  If they are not in their homeroom by 8:55 a.m., they are considered late for homeroom class.  

Class – Students are expected to be ready for class when the bell rings at 8:55 a.m.  If a student is late for class, the teacher will deal with it on a case by case scenario.  If a student does not show up for class, the school will try to track the student and contact the parents.  

COURSE INFORMATION

GENERAL STUDENT SUPPLIES:  A list of supplies for K-6 students for the next school year will be included in the June report card and on our website.   Students should also have proper clothing for Physical Education and are required to wear runners with non-marking soles. Please test at the store before purchasing. Also, water bottles are mandatory for all students.

TEXTBOOKS:  The school will provide most of the textbooks the student will require during the year.  Students will have to pay for lost or damaged books. This includes library books.

                              

FAMILY LIFE EDUCATION: Parents will be notified before teachers begin teaching these units.  This is usually taught in Grades 5/6.

REPORTING

TESTS/ASSIGNMENTS: Teachers regularly assign tests and assignments worth marks.  The student is responsible for being present at the time of writing the test, and for ensuring that all assignments are handed in by the due date.  

Deadlines for assignments and projects are critical.  To help keep a balance for demands on students’ time and effort to do the learning activities and teachers’ time and effort to grade the activities, we are insisting that deadlines are adhered to.  Marks may be deducted for late or incomplete assignments. Academic dishonesty (Cheating) will be dealt with on a case by case scenario.

REPORT CARDS: Each student receives a report card in November, March/April, and the end of June. Following the reports, scheduled Communicating Student Learning conferences will occur.  The marks reported reflect the student’s current standing in each course. Remember that you never have to wait until an interview time to talk to a teacher about your child’s specific needs. If you have any concerns about the progress of your child(ren) please contact the classroom teacher involved immediately. Open communication between parents and school is encouraged throughout the year and key to successes in school.

HOMEWORK: The amount of homework assigned to each student will vary from grade to grade and day to day.  It is the recommendation of the school that all students in K-6  use agenda books.  The agenda books are designed to help promote and facilitate better work habits by leading students to record homework and schedules every day.  There is room for teachers and parents to sign and comment each day as well.  Parents are encouraged to contact individual teachers if they have any questions or concerns.  

Establish, communicate, and apply consequences for late and missing work.

Students must understand that there will be consequences for not completing assignments that provide evidence of learning or for submitting those assignments late. If, after establishing and clearly communicating expectations regarding assignments, setting and communicating timelines for assignments, and supporting student learning using the strategies provided above, student work is still late or missing, teachers may apply the following strategies based on their professional judgement:

ACADEMIC HONESTY:

Students must understand that the tests/exams they complete and the assignments they submit as evidence of learning must be their own work and that cheating and plagiarism will not be tolerated.

Teachers and principals have the following responsibilities:

Aspects of Academic honesty include cheating (e.g. copying others’ work, using cheat notes), lying (e.g. misrepresenting contributions to group work, lying about circumstances to obtain extensions), and plagiarizing (submitting or representing someone else’s work as one’s own).

Teachers should apply strategies to deal with academic dishonesty, such as the following:

Teachers need to consider the nature of the assignment, the age and maturity of the student, the individual circumstances of the student, and the potential impact of the consequence on subsequent learning and motivation.  Whatever the consequence, students should complete the work in an honest way.

COMPUTER USE AGREEMENT

Prairie Spirit School Division has developed a computer use agreement for all schools.  This agreement regulates the use of computers and/or the Internet in all Division schools.  A copy of this policy will be sent out to all students from Kindergarten to Grade 6.  Parents and students should read this document carefully and then sign and return the agreement to Treherne Elementary School.

SCHOOL CLOSURES:  A school catchment area is defined as the area from which all buses deliver students to a particular school (for example Treherne Elementary School, Treherne Collegiate and Holland Elementary School).

The Divisional Transportation Supervisor will consider the following when considering cancellation of buses:

If the decision is made to not run the school buses in a catchment area then the school in that area will be closed for that particular day.

BILLETING SYSTEM

In the event that buses cannot make the return trip in the afternoon due to weather conditions the billeting system will be put into effect.  Parents of all bus students must inform the school office of the name of the billet for their child.  There is space on the student registration form for this.

TREHERNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ADVISORY COUNCIL (TESAC)

The Treherne Elementary School Advisory Council (TESAC) is very active in our school.  The primary mandate of TESAC is to promote effective communication among the home, school and the community.  The mandate also includes reviewing, discussing and making recommendations to the school staff and administration on many topics of interest to the students and staff of our school.  The council meets once a month.  If you are interested in becoming a part of this group, please contact the school.

SAFETY AND SECURITY

STUDENT HEALTH CONCERNS

Treherne Elementary School would appreciate being advised of any existing medical conditions, which may have an impact on the welfare of the student.  Such information will be kept in the strictest confidence.

Parents whose children require medication, bronchodilators, epipens, are to complete the forms as required by Prairie Spirit School Division policy and Provincial Government guidelines. (URIS Manual)

Specifically if medication must be administered at school, the parent is required to complete a Parent/Guardian Authorization for Self-Administration of Medication form.

Treherne Elementary School will become an allergy awareness school. Frequent hand-washing will be enforced as these allergies are life threatening.

EMERGENCIES

If your child becomes acutely ill or is hurt at school, staff will make every effort to contact you at home or at work. Should these efforts fail, we will attempt to contact the emergency contact numbers you provided in the registration. In the interim staff will attend to your child. If we evaluate the situation as serious, we will contact 911 and have your child transported to the hospital. Ambulance costs will be borne by parents in cases where ambulances need to be engaged. 

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

The school has a crisis management plan in the event of any crisis or emergency.

FIRE AND EMERGENCY DRILLS

Fire drills are held regularly to prepare your child for such an emergency should it occur. Other emergency drills such as bus evacuation, and lockdown drills will be practiced periodically throughout the school year.

Code of Conduct

Taken From Prairie Spirit School Division Policy Manual

CODE OF CONDUCT

This code of conduct is intended to provide a guideline and reference for parents or guardians, staff and students in determining acceptable behaviour in our education environment.  The Division supports a secure climate, conducive to teaching and learning, free from threat, harassment, and any type of bullying behaviour.

 

Students

Have the right to expect that ...

School Staff

Have the right to expect that ...

 Parents/Guardians

Have the right to expect that ...

BEHAVIOURAL POLICY

Tied in with the Code of Conduct the Prairie Spirit School Division has also developed a behavioural policy. The following are highlights of this policy.

PROCEDURES:

Each school shall make known to its students, parents/guardians, in writing the Division's Code of Conduct, Behavioral Policy and also the school's Discipline Plan.

GENERAL STATEMENT:

The Board of Prairie Spirit School Division is responsible for the safety and well being of all its students and employees. The Board will support its staff in maintaining appropriate conduct in order to ensure a safe and orderly environment for all within its jurisdiction.

In accordance with the Public Schools Act, after all efforts have been made at the school level to maintain a safe and orderly environment, the Board will authorise the suspension or expulsion of those whose conduct, upon investigation, is deemed to be injurious to the welfare of others within its jurisdiction.

The intent of this Policy is to outline specific procedures to deal with serious offences. It is expected that every school will have developed a Discipline Plan to respond to general student behaviour during the regular school day including after school functions. Such plans should outline student behavioural expectations and a consequence/discipline cycle.

GUIDING PRINCIPLE:

Students and employees have the right to function in an environment free from physical, emotional, verbal and sexual abuse or harassment. Consequences for the following aggressive or abusive conduct are specified in this policy:

In a general sense, however, Zero Tolerance will be applied in all cases. Concurrent with this principle, the following procedure will be applied:

ABUSE:

Types of abuse may include but are not restricted to the following examples:

Physical – consists of acts of violence against students, employees, their families and/or property with the intent of causing hurt or harm. Examples would include hitting, slapping, biting, kicking, spitting, breaking belongings and throwing objects

Verbal & Emotional – consisting of, but not limited to, derogatory comments and/or discriminatory actions directed against an individual or group based on gender, race, lifestyle, sexual orientation, religion, etc. Examples may include swearing, threats, name-calling, harassment/gestures, written abuse, wrongful allegations, abusive telephone calls, ostracism, etc.

Harassment – consists of behaviour/acts which intimidate or threaten a person in such a way as to deny the individual his/her dignity and respect, and results in a feeling of powerlessness. For examples see (b) OR consists of stalking which is the persistent following, contacting, watching, or any other such threatening actions that compromise the peace of mind or the personal safety of the individual.

Sexual Harassment – consists of behaviour which includes any unwanted, unwelcome sexual advance or sexually oriented behaviour made by a person who knows, or who ought reasonably to know, that such attention is unwanted. Sexual harassment may include, but is not limited to, unnecessary touching or petting, suggestive or other sexually aggressive remarks and gestures, leering at a person's body, demands for sexual favours, or compromising invitations.

Bullying – including cyber-bullying.  "Cyber-bullying" means using the Internet or other information or communication technologies, such as e-mail messages or text messages sent by cell phone or pager, to support deliberate, repeated and hostile behaviour by an individual or group that is intended to harm someone else.

NOTE: Division employees, by virtue of their positions, have responsibilities and consequently, have certain expectations. Reasonable insistence upon compliance with these expectations will not be interpreted as harassment. Examples: meeting deadlines, behavioural/academic/procedural expectations, etc.

PROCEDURE:

The Principal of each school is expected to document incidents of abuse. In the case of serious abuse committed by a staff member or student, a written report must be completed by the victim (or parent, in lieu of student) and filed with the Principal. The Principal shall exercise judgement regarding appropriate procedures.

STUDENT CONSEQUENCES FOR ABUSE:

The Principal may take one or more of the following actions:

be reinstated under certain conditions, including referral to divisional support services or outside agencies;

be suspended for a longer period of time with re-entry subject to an appearance before the Board of Trustees;

be expelled from Prairie Spirit School Division schools;

contact the police if deemed appropriate

NOTE:

Parents will be informed by phone (if possible) and in writing when any of the preceding actions are taken.

If the person is not a student of the Prairie Spirit School Division, the administrator (or designate) shall call the police and have the person removed from the premises.

Cases of sexual assault or indecent exposure shall follow the Divisional Child Abuse Policy which references prevailing legislation.


WEAPONS:

A weapon is any instrument designed or used to injure or intimidate another person. This includes items generally understood to be weapons as well as replicas of weapons. Any other item, if used to injure, threaten or intimidate, is also a weapon. Possession is defined as having a weapon on one's person, or in an area subject to one's control, on school property or at a school activity.

Each teacher shall seize or cause to be seized and take possession of any offensive or dangerous weapon that is brought to school by a pupil and hand over any such weapon to the Principal who shall notify the parent or guardian warning them that the pupil may be suspended or expelled from the school.

Consequences for Weapons Possession:

No person shall bring onto any school property or into a school building or Division vehicle, or have in their possession or in a locker, any weapon or item intended to be used as a weapon. When a person is found or suspected to be in possession of a weapon under the school's jurisdiction or such weapon is discovered in that person's locker the following shall occur:

The administrator (or designate) shall call the police to deal with the incident.

If the person is a student, he/she shall receive a suspension from the class or school with the possibility that the suspension may be extended or that expulsion may be recommended to the Board. The latter shall be after consultation with the superintendent.

Note that parents or guardians shall be notified when consequences for weapons possession need to be carried out.

When the offender is a student and a suspension has been imposed, readmission to school shall be contingent upon prescribed criteria for readmission being met by the student and his/her parent(s)/guardian(s).

GANG ACTIVITY:

Gangs are groups of youth who share common beliefs, attitudes and attire and exhibit unlawful and anti-social behaviour, and who associate with each other for mutual protection and/or profit.

Consequences for gang related activity like displaying gang insignia or soliciting students for gang membership etc. See consequences outlined in Student Consequences for Abuse.

DRESS:

Schools are expected to delineate standards of dress for the schools and inform students of expectations.  Consequences can range from an informal interview on the first instance to withdrawal from the class or school setting.

VANDALISM/DESTRUCTIVE BEHAVIOUR:

Vandalism is the willful damage or destruction of property. It includes:

Damage to property such as defacing ceilings, walls, school furniture, carpeting, textbooks, school materials, electronic equipment or computer software, fire extinguishers, smoke and heat detectors, fire alarms, lockers or any other property not belonging to the individual.

Destruction of private, personal or school property (one's own school or a school being visited).

Damage and destruction of property shall result in restitution for damages, as well as the application of one or more of the consequences outlined in Student Consequences for Abuse.


UTILIZATION OF COMPUTERS/NETWORKS/IITV:

Students are expected to adhere to the terms and conditions of the Computer Use Agreement and the IITV Student Agreement, which they and their parents are required to sign. See consequences outlined in Student Consequence for Abuse for the inappropriate use of the above.

TREHERNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

DISCIPLINE POLICY

The Code of Conduct and Behavioral Policy of the Prairie Spirit School Division form the foundation of the Code of Conduct of Treherne Elementary School.

GUIDING PRINCIPLE: Students and employees have the right to function in an environment free from physical, emotional, verbal and sexual abuse or harassment. Schools must strive to have a safe learning environment where bullying including cyber-bullying is unacceptable.

DISCIPLINE:  At Treherne Elementary School, we promote respect for the students, the staff and the building.  Any behaviour that contravenes that respect will be dealt with on an individual basis.  Our school prides itself on its friendly, safe and productive atmosphere.  We expect the students to have self-discipline and behave properly without direct supervision.  All students are expected to have respect for all the teachers, support staff and visitors to our school.  This means that any teacher from any grade can address and provide consequences for any student regarding discipline.  The consequences for inappropriate behaviour are varied depending on the circumstances and the seriousness.  

GYM CLOTHES: While in gym class, intramural play, or in casual or recreational play, all students must wear proper footwear.  Students taking gym class are expected to have athletic footwear that have non-marking soles.

BUS STUDENTS:  A storm billet form must be completed by all bussed students at the beginning of each year.  

INAPPROPRIATE GESTURES:  Kissing and other inappropriate gestures are not allowed during school hours or during school activities.

DAMAGES/VANDALISM: Students are expected to pay for damaged or lost books and property.  All invoices for repairing vandalism or replacing damaged or lost books or property will be reported to the Secretary-Treasurer.

CLASSROOM DISRUPTIONS:  When a student whose behaviour affects the safety or learning of other students, the teacher will provide many verbal/nonverbal cues to help support their behaviour in the classroom in order for all students to be provided a positive learning experience.  If the behaviour does not improve after prompts, the teacher will either remove the student from the classroom, or notify the school principal to deal with the issue. Parents will be notified about ongoing disruptive behaviour and will work with the school to help support all learners at Treherne Elementary School.  

SCHOOL FUNCTIONS:  When students attend any school function, including activities outside the school, they are expected to demonstrate responsible behaviour. School functions include athletic events, concerts, plays, trips, and any other activities sponsored by the school. All school regulations apply at these functions. Students will be made aware of specific rules and expectations governing these events, and it is their responsibility to follow them.

BUS SUSPENSION: The school bus is considered an extension of the school.  If a student misbehaves on a school bus, the bus driver will fill out a Misconduct Report and submit it to the principal.  After the first misconduct report is submitted to the principal, the student and parents will receive a written notification that any future misconduct may lead to a suspension of transportation privileges.  If a student has their transportation privileges suspended, the principal will advise the parents, bus driver, Transportation Supervisor, and local trustee.  The Misconduct Report will be forwarded to the division office.  If the incident is considered to be a major infraction, suspension of transportation privileges may be immediate with no warning.

SMOKING and DRUGS:  Prairie Spirit School Division is a smoke-free division, meaning that no one is allowed to smoke inside buildings or on any property of Prairie Spirit School Division.  During recess, students are not allowed to leave the school grounds for the purpose of smoking.  Exceptions may be made by the principal.  If students are caught in possession of any other drugs, including alcohol, parents will be contacted and the students will face a suspension.  The police may be contacted at the discretion of the principal.  

Prairie Spirit School Division has a “Student Alcohol / Drug Use Policy” which states that students suspected of selling alcohol or drugs will be reported to the police.  The principal or staff member will confiscate the alcohol or drugs and the student will not be left unattended.  The principal will ask for the student’s cooperation in emptying pockets, purses, lockers, backpacks, etc.

TECHNOLOGY IN THE SCHOOL:  All computer and electronic equipment belonging to Prairie Spirit School Division must be treated with respect and in an educational manner.  Inappropriate access to non-school appropriate sites will result in the loss of computer privileges.

CONFISCATION:  Any staff member has the right to confiscate items from students that are deemed dangerous or unnecessary, including laser pointers and cell phones.  In serious cases, the item(s) will be held in the principal’s office and must be picked up by a parent at the school.  Otherwise, the student can reclaim the item from the teacher or at the office at the end of the school day.

FREEDOM FROM VIOLENCE: According to the Prairie Spirit School Division’s “Freedom From Violence – Abuse / Harassment Policy”, it is expected that all students, staff and volunteers are free from the threat of abuse, harassment or assault, whether it be physical, emotional, verbal or sexual.  A person who has a complaint should clearly and directly inform the alleged offender that the action is offensive and will not be tolerated.  In addition, that person may choose to discuss the situation with the principal, a teacher, or one of the senior administrators.  In all cases, the principal shall be informed and will record the circumstances.

If the informal process does not resolve the problem, a formal complaint should be registered, where a form is filled.  This report is filed with the principal and then forwarded to the Superintendent or the Secretary-Treasurer.  Once the written complaint is received, an investigation will be made by the appropriate senior administrator or board designate.  The appropriate disciplinary action, if warranted, will be initiated.  The consequences range from a parent meeting, to setting up a behaviour plan, a suspension, or an expulsion.  The police will be contacted if deemed necessary.

RANGE OF CONSEQUENCES:

The following range of consequences is designed to protect the rights of students. It is essential that all understand the consequences of unacceptable behaviour.

The consequences will also depend on the severity and the frequency of the behaviour and the age and history of the student.  At any time, the Guidance Department may become involved in the hope that early counselling can improve the situation.

Note - A student who is suspended may not participate in any school activities during the suspension.

CONCERNS/APPEALS

Any concerns or appeals of discipline should begin with the involved parties.  For example, if a student was removed from a classroom by the classroom teacher, the parent should first contact the classroom teacher.  If the issue is not resolved, the parent could contact the principal and the principal would help in the communication to resolve the issue.  If the parent feels the issue is still not resolved, he/she could then speak with the superintendent.  The last person within the division for the parent to contact would be their school trustee.

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