Evans Elementary

Evans Elementary Code of Conduct

Evans Elementary  School

Code of Conduct

Please note the different components in this document. We have added references to discrimination, cyber bullying and other challenges that may not have been considered to be a necessary part of an elementary school’s code of conduct in the past. We have also explicitly taken responsibility for activities that might occur out of the school day, but could have an impact on a child's "school life". This fits in well with our school's policy of “door to door service”, something that the students are reminded of regularly. When you as a parent send your child out the door in the morning, you do it with the belief that we are watchful for him or her and that we will become actively involved if something was to go awry en route to and from school. Our Code of Conduct reflects our commitment to taking care of your child, our student, in every way possible.

Codes of Conduct can be ponderous in their wording, but they have an important role to play in outlining the kinds of behavior that are both acceptable and unacceptable in our place of learning. I encourage you to read through our new Code of Conduct and take an opportunity to discuss it with your children to ensure that they also have a good understanding of the expectations for students at Evans Elementary School.

Thank you in advance for your support as we work to ensure that our school is a place of opportunity and growth for all of our students. 

Introduction

At Evans Elementary School, we work hard to maintain a safe, secure and productive learning environment. A student’s right to learn and a teacher’s right to teach are defended and protected. Students are expected to demonstrate by their actions an understanding of appropriate behavior.

Evans Elementary School promotes the values expressed in the BC Human Rights Code respecting the rights of all individuals in accordance with the law - prohibiting discrimination based on race, colour, ancestry, place of origin, religion, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, sex or sexual orientation – in respect of discriminatory publication and discrimination in accommodation, service and facility in the school environment.

These expectations apply to behaviour at school, during school-organized or sponsored activities, and other circumstances where engaging in the activity (including on-line behaviour) will negatively impact the safe, caring and orderly environment of the school, and/or student learning.

  

Rights and Responsibilities   I have a right TO LEARN   I have a responsibility for my own learning   I have a right TO BE SAFE   I have a responsibility to use common sense at all times.   I have a right TO BE RESPECTED

STUDENT IN GOOD STANDING In our school we strive to create a community of learners that is positive, responsible and respectful. We have standards in place for student behaviour, to ensure their success, both academically and in their personal interactions.   AN EVANS STUDENT IN GOOD STANDING IS:   -        A student who has demonstrated that he/she can be trusted to be responsible both in the classroom and out. -        A student who has completed assignments as required. -        A student who has demonstrated that he/she is working positively with fellow classmates and adults in our school. SUCCESS IS EVERYONE’S GOAL EVERY DAY!

 

Evans Elementary School is a family of learners committed to:

 

• building independent literacy and numeracy skills.

 

• striving for personal excellence in attitude, skills and knowledge.

 

• creating a safe, collaborative environment.

 

• providing enriching experiences and diverse opportunities.

 

• developing responsible, contributing members of a global society.

 

Roles and Responsibilities

 

A Student’s role is to: 

Ø  come to school

Ø  be willing and ready to learn

- do own work - participate

- concentrate - contribute

- have their supplies on hand 

Ø  be responsible

- for actions - homework

- for belongings - use time wisely

- play at playtime - for newsletters

- work when told to - report accidents

- for school property - recycle

- try to solve own problems - clean up 

Ø  demonstrate respect for teachers / students / parents

- listening - being polite

- helping - sharing

- paying attention - removing hat indoors

- respecting others’ right to learn 

Ø  be aware of consequences

Ø  follow rules

    - classroom / playground / bus

Ø  communicate needs to teachers and parents

Ø  be themselves

- personal excellence - considerate

- confident - empathetic

- take risks as a learner - happy

 

A Student’s role is not to:

Ø  exhibit physically aggressive behavior

- fight - push/shove - trip

- kick/punch - poke - pull hair

- wrestle - body check

Ø  exhibit negative interpersonal qualities

- name calling - laugh at others - be dishonest

- embarrass others - start rumors - tease others

- refuse to listen to another point of view - rudeness

- bullying/intimidating actions 

Ø  be disrespectful of another’s personal space and property

- touch / take / grab / destroy another person’s property

- touch / kiss / poke / push another person 

Ø  use inappropriate language

- swearing - insulting - calling out 

Ø  act in an unsafe manner:

- play in unsafe areas - run in the hallways

- leave the school grounds without permission

- bring contraband to school (weapons/matches/alcohol)

-exhibit bullying/intimidating behaviors 

Ø  interfere with the learning of self and others

- interrupt lesson/teacher - run in the hallways

- distract other students - wander the class

- play with toys/collections/objects during work time 

Ø  exhibit irresponsible behaviors

- cheating - tattling - controlling others

- lose library books - not having supplies / unprepared to work

 

A Teacher’s role is to:

Ø  communicate with parents / students / colleagues

-        written reports / telephone calls / formal and informal meetings

Ø  maintain appropriate discipline in the classroom, around the school and on the playground 

Ø  be prepared

- plan - correct work - organized

- facilitate learning - understand student’s perspective

- provide opportunities for student success

- be on time 

Ø  be a positive role model

- model learning - enjoy being in the classroom

- help students make positive choices

- be on time - be collegial

A Teacher’s role is to:

Ø  deliver instruction

- ensure students understand concepts taught / reviewed

- encourage / guide students to reach their potential

- facilitate learning by teaching in different styles

- encourage / teach good learning habits

Ø  be empathetic and caring

Ø  build positive relationships

    - with students / parents / staff / school community

Ø  maintain professionalism

- upgrade skills / knowledge

- attend / participate / lead professional development workshops

- follow / understand “best practice’

 

A Teacher’s role is not to:

Ø  do anything the child can do for him/herself 

Ø  harm the child (physically or emotionally)

Ø  be disrespectful (students / parents / staff)

Ø  replace the role of the parent

Ø  leave students unsupervised

Ø  promote their own personal values to the exclusion of all others

Ø  have unrealistic expectations

Ø  focus on only one or a few students

 

A Parent’s role is to:

Ø  model responsible positive behaviors

Ø  be respectful to students, other parents, staff, volunteers

Ø  support the school / teachers / methods of communication

Ø  address issues/concerns through appropriate channels (teacher / administrator / School District personnel)

Ø  recognize school as being a place of learning

 

A Parent’s role is to:

Ø  care for their child’s basic needs (sleep / food / clothing / hygiene) 

Ø  take an active role in their child’s education (at home and at school)

Ø  realize/understand that mistakes are an important part of learning 

Ø  understand/promote the concept that school is an inclusive environment

Ø  provide opportunities, activities and experiences that enrich their child’s life

 

A Parent’s role is not to:

      Ø  be disrespectful of children, other parents and staff 

Ø  have unrealistic expectations of the school and personnel regarding home issues

Ø  be confrontational

Ø  complete their child’s homework

Ø  have unrealistic expectations of their child’s abilities

Ø  expect school personnel to enforce their choice of friend(s) for their child while at school

The Administrator’s role is to:

Ø  communicate / liaison between and be an advocate for the school, the students, the parent, the school district, and the community

Ø  know the students

- names - background - strengths / challenges 

Ø  be available and approachable in promoting positive relations with students / parents / staff members 

Ø  be the educational leader

     - guide / support / facilitate

Ø  discipline when necessary                                                                                             

 - ensure that discipline is a learning opportunity and not punitive

Ø  ensure the safety of the school family

     - seek school district assistance when necessary

 

The Administrator’s role is to: 

Ø  promote and model positive school atmosphere by being a strong leader 

Ø  make the final decision when appropriate

Ø  understand / be knowledgeable of what is happening in their school

 - be involved in new initiatives - visit classrooms

- is visible - be an active participant - approachable 

Ø  be respectful / confidential 

Ø  administrate

- supervise - evaluate

- create schedules (supervision, etc.) - have a safety plan

 

The Administrator’s role is not to:

Ø  avoid involvement 

Ø  plan for teachers and other staff members

Ø  be “non-supportive”

   

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