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HAVERGAL COLLEGE
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Course Calendar 2017–18
Havergal College Code of Conduct (OS 1.1.6)
Students and parents must agree to comply with the
Havergal College Code of Conduct.
1. Introduction
Havergal College is a community of students, faculty, staff
and parents dedicated to:
i.
excellence in education;
ii. fostering personal and social growth in an
environment of individual responsibility;
iii. the development of independence and self-
discipline in each student; and
iv. the expansion of student’s interests and skills
through pursuits both inside and outside of the
classroom.
The Havergal College Code of Conduct is based on
principles that promotes respect, civility, and responsible
citizenship in a safe learning and teaching environment
defined by the highest standards of academic excellence
and of personal behaviour. A positive school climate exists
when all members of the school community feel safe,
comfortable and accepted.
All students, parents, faculty and staff have the right to
be safe, and feel safe, in the school community. With
this right comes the responsibility to contribute to a
positive school climate. The promotion of strategies and
initiatives, such as character development, along with the
employment of prevention and intervention strategies to
address inappropriate behaviour, fosters a positive school
climate that supports academic achievement and the well-
being of all students.
Responsible citizenship involves appropriate participation
in the civic life of the school community. Active and
engaged citizens are aware of their rights, but more
importantly, they accept responsibility for protecting their
rights and the rights of others.
The Havergal College Code of Conduct sets out school-
wide standards of behaviour. These standards of
behaviour apply to students whether they are on school
property, at school-related events or activities, or in other
circumstances that could have an impact on the school
climate. They also apply to all individuals involved in the
Havergal College community – the Principal, faculty, staff,
parents, volunteers (including Governors) and community
groups.
2. Standards of Behaviour
By enrolling in Havergal College, students automatically
assume the obligation to comply with the provisions of the
Havergal College Code of Conduct. Central to the Code
of Conduct is the understanding that each community
member will follow certain standards of behaviour.
Self-discipline and a willingness to accept responsibility
for one’s actions and conduct are fundamental to the
Havergal College Code of Conduct.
Respect, Civility and Responsible Citizenship
All members of the school community must:
i.
abide by the Havergal College Code of Conduct;
ii. respect and comply with all applicable federal,
provincial and municipal laws;
iii. demonstrate honesty and integrity;
iv. respect the need of others to work in an
environment that is conducive to learning and
teaching;
v. respect differences in people, their ideas, and
their opinions;
vi. respect and treat others fairly, regardless of, for
example, race, ancestry, place of origin, colour,
ethnic origin, citizenship, religion, gender, sexual
orientation, age or disability;
vii. respect the rights of others;
viii. treat one another with dignity and respect at all
times, especially when there is disagreement;
ix. show proper care and regard for school property
and the property of others;
x. take appropriate measures to help those in
need; and
xi. seek assistance from a member of the school
staff, if necessary, to resolve conflict peacefully.
Safety, Security and Integrity
All members of the school community must not:
i.
act in a way that is injurious to the moral tone of the
school or to the physical or mental well-being of others
ii. be dishonest
iii. engage in bullying behaviours;
iv. engage in hate propaganda and other forms of
behaviour motivated by hate or bias;
v. be in possession of, or be under the influence of,
or provide others with cigarettes, alcohol or illegal
drugs;
vi. give alcohol to a minor;