Havergal College Course Calendar, 2016-17 Academic Year

Possible outcomes from the initial investigation

The investigation may reveal that the behaviour does not reflect the definition of bullying described

above. In this situation, raising the awareness in the other students of how their comments and/or

behaviour is making the other student feel is an important outcome followed by actions each person

can take to restore a healthy relationship.

On the other hand, it may be clear that the behaviour does meet the definition of bullying. The next

question addressed by the Assistant Head is: “Did the student who violated the Code of Conduct fully

understand the impact of their comments/behaviour?” Discipline for a deliberate or intentional breach

of the Code of Conduct begins further along the progressive discipline continuum. The Assistant Head,

together with the Head of School, may choose to immediately suspend a student for a short period

of time as a consequence of the impact of her comment/behaviour toward another member of our

community.

A time for support

The role of the Assistant Head in resolving the situation is to ensure all students receive the support

they require in order to feel safe and valued, heal relationships and find a means to positively engage in

the school. Follow-up with everyone involved is essential.

Documentation

At each step in the process, the Assistant Head documents what has been learned and actions taken.

This documentation is retained in the “Student Communication File,” a secure and access-restricted

location.

Further infraction

A repeat of a related or similar incident is addressed in an escalated manner. A student previously

warned may be suspended from school for a short period of time whereas a student who has already

been suspended may be suspended for a longer period of time or be expelled from the school.

10. Appealing a Decision of Sanction(s)

A students and/or parent may wish to appeal the sanction(s) related to an alleged breach of the

Havergal College Code of Conduct. The appeal may be heard by either the Vice Principal and/or

Principal. The Principal is the final arbitrator in all disciplinary situations.

Any intention to appeal must first be received in writing by either the Vice Principal and/or the

Principal within five school days of the sanctions decision. Where the sanction is suspension, the

immediacy of suspension following an incident/behaviour requires the suspension to be served by the

student while waiting for the appeal to be heard.