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    ConductPlease review with your child Appendix C, which lists the rules for appropriate behaviourwhile riding the bus and the corrective measures which will taken in the instance of

    misbehaviour.

    Academic ProgramCurriculaThe program of studies is defined by the Ministry of Education in published guidelinesand the Ontario Curriculum. The Ottawa Carleton District School Board has expandedupon some of these and, in addition, regulates the length of time devoted to each area of study.

    In keeping with the knowledge of how children learn, and methods outlined by theMinistry, we encourage a program in which children are actively involved. A typical dayincludes stimulating and engaging intellectual and physical activity.Parents interested in further information on any area of study are encouraged to accessthe Ministry of Education website, where they may browse through the Ministrycurriculum documents and additional publications. Classroom teachers are also avaluable resource concerning details of your childs individual program and anappointment can be arranged to discuss these details with your childs teacher.

    Homework Policy

    Homework links home and school both practically and symbolically. It provides anopportunity for students to make the connections between school work and everyday life.

    Homework: Primary Grades (grades 1-3)Students may expect homework 3-5 times a week, of between 15 and 30 minutesduration. This homework may include:

    completing work started at school sharing and discussing work completed in class home reading programs book reports learning / reviewing math facts studying spelling words journals or story writing reading sight word lists preparing for discussion or show and tell

    Homework: Junior Grades (grades 4-6)Students may expect homework 4-5 times a week, of between 20 - 60 minutes duration.This homework may include:

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    daily reading - minimum 15 minutes (pleasure reading is part of homework)

    specific assigned tasks related to current work (may include unfinished classwork,research, journal entries, practice drills, etc.) studying (reviewing notes and preparing for assessment)

    long range projects requesting parent signature on school work and daily planner

    The specific homework routines and expectations of your childs teacher will becommunicated to you each year.

    Reporting ProceduresStudents in Grades 1 through 6 receive three written progress reports (fall /spring /end of year). SK students will receive two written progress reports (spring/end of year). JKstudents will receive one written progress report (end of year).

    Parent-Teacher InterviewsParent-teacher interviews are held twice during the year, in the Fall and Spring terms.You will be notified in writing of a teacher request for an interview. As well, you arewelcome to make a request yourself. The spring conference is often conducted in theform of a Student-Led Conference. Junior and Senior Kindergarten follow a slightlydifferent schedule due to September in-take interviews. Parents are notified accordingly.The aim of parent-teacher conferences is to keep you informed of your child's progress.Through such a cooperative approach, we hope to maintain a close liaison with the hometo promote learning and the greatest possible development of each childs individualpotential.

    In addition to scheduled interviews, parents are invited to call to arrange a conferencewith a teacher whenever a matter arises which is considered to be of urgency andimportance. Discussions over the phone, and written communication (class newsletters,parent notes, Student Agendas, etc.) are other means of keeping the lines of contact openand current.

    Continuous ProgressOur goal is to provide instruction suited to the needs, abilities and aptitudes of eachstudent. This is achieved by varying the depth and breadth of the core program at eachgrade level.

    Continuous progress is accomplished by allowing the child to progress at his/her own ratethrough the grade levels. The regular program of instruction is provided for all students,with differentiation or modification made to suit the individual needs of each student.More able students may take advantage of activities designed to challenge and stimulatethem. Children encountering difficulty with the regular program have a variety of options available, from in-class modification, with additional emphasis on basic skills, toadditional support outside the classroom provided by specially trained staff.

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    Parents are an integral part of the home /child /school team. Your support andcommunication with us is valued and appreciated. All decisions regarding your childseducation are made through a consultative process.

    Physical Education

    Students in grades 1-6 benefit from 120 minutes of physical education per week.Students should be appropriately dressed for class. Proper dress is essential for yourchild's safety. Each article of gym clothing, including shoes, should be clearly labeledwith student's name. Appropriate dress for physical education classes consists of:

    1. Running shoes, non-scuff soles (preferably left at school at all times)2. Shorts or track pants3. T-shirt

    Parents who wish to have their child excused from a gym class for health reasons shouldsend a note to the homeroom teacher.

    Field TripsField trips serve various educational functions and provide common, stimulatingactivities on which to build many skills. Excursions to museums, industry and localpoints of interest to expand the learning environment and provide additional ways toachieve the outcomes outlined in the Ontario Curriculum.

    When a field trip is scheduled, you will be informed via the regular "Field TripPermission Form" and a covering letter. A small charge may be requested to defray thecost of transportation or admission. In many cases, parent volunteer support is requestedand welcomed.

    BooksThe mounting cost of textbooks loaned to students exceeds the budget available toreplace these books. It is important that each student accept responsibility for care of their books. Families will be expected to cover the replacement cost of a lost or damagedlibrary book or textbook.

    ComputersCentury has computers in every classroom as well as a fully equipped lab. Use of thecomputer in conjunction with classroom activities is promoted. All students are taughtword processing and keyboarding skills. Some work is done with database, Internet andgraphics software.

    Weather

    On an average day, students will be supervised outside on the yard between 8:00 a.m. and8:15 a.m., first recess 9:55-10:25, and second recess 12:20-12:45. Students should arriveat school dressed appropriately for the weather.

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    threatening skies / light rain rain wear, boots, umbrella, head covering

    muddy / wet conditions boots, splash pants

    snow / cold weather snow wear (snowsuit, ski jacket), winter boots,

    hats, mitts/gloves, neck warmer.

    hot / sunny hat, sunscreen, light clothing

    We endeavour to send the students outside dressed in the clothing in which they arrivedthat morning. Please review this policy with your child.

    All students are expected to go outside for recess. During inclement weather (heavy rain,and severe cold (-25*C and below, or -28*C and below with wind chill)), students mayspend a shorter period outdoors and then be permitted into the school. Between 8:00 and8:15 they are supervised in the hallways, and at all other times are supervised in

    classrooms.

    Dress Code

    Students are expected to wear clothing that is appropriate to a school setting. Wordingon clothing (t-shirts, etc.) must conform to school policy on language: Children areexpected to use language that is appropriate to the school setting. Undergarmentsshould be worn and should not be seen. Students who arrive wearing revealing clothingor clothes bearing unacceptable wording may be asked to change or to wear their clothesinside out for the day.

    Lunch

    Students may remain at school for lunch regardless of the distance from school to theirhome. A guideline for appropriate student behaviour during lunch time is referred to inAppendix B Code of conduct. Students are reminded of these guidelines in September byclassroom teachers, and a copy is posted in each classroom.

    Only students who live within walking distance and go home for lunch are permitted toleave the school grounds during the lunch hour (second nutrition break). We discouragestudents from getting permission from parents to leave the school grounds.

    Healthy EatingAt Century P.S., our nutrition breaks are an opportunity to practice the healthy eatingprinciples taught through our physical education and health curriculum. We encouragestudents and parents to select nutritious, balanced snacks and lunches which allow foroptimal learning and energy throughout the day. The following types of foods are notpermitted at school: candy, chocolate bars and chocolates (including chocolate coveredgranola bars), pop/soda/carbonated drinks, drinks containing less than 25% fruit juice.

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    Should these restricted foods be accidentally sent to school, they will not be eaten butwill be returned home with your child.

    Recycling

    We are equipped to recycle paper and cans only . Please, help us reduce our waste bysending your child with a litterless lunch (i.e reuseable containers) whenever possible. Ingeneral, students do not take wrappers and other litter on to the yard, because their snack time is held indoors. Our Earthcare program promotes a monthly Litterless Lunch on thelast Friday of each month; we weigh the garbage that is produced on that day and alwaysstrive to lower that amount.

    Safe Schools Policy

    The Ottawa Carleton District School Board recognizes that increasing conflict and

    violence is a problem of society at large and acknowledges its responsibility to contributeto the solution of this problem. The Safe Schools document is an integral part of aBoard-wide response to dealing fairly and effectively with issues of violence andharassment. It is discussed with each class in the fall, and is followed up throughout theyear as necessary by the vice-principal. The document contains policies and procedureswhose intent is to create and maintain a safe environment for everyone at Century. As aparent, feel free to contact the vice-principal should you wish to discuss any aspect of theSafe Schools policy.

    The following excerpt gives a sense of the basic premises of the document:

    We believe that it is the right of each learner and each staff member to work in a safeenvironment, free of concern about personal safety;

    We will not tolerate physical or verbal abuse, threatened or actual, or expressions of racial, ethnic, religious or sexual prejudice under any circumstances .

    Shortly after their arrival, students who join our school community during the school yearmeet with the vice-principal in a small group session to discuss the Safe Schools policy.

    Visitors

    The Ottawa Carleton District School Board is charged with the responsibility of ensuringthat each school operates within Ministry of Education regulations. The board hasdesigned policies and procedures that are expected to be followed by all who enter schoolproperties under their various jurisdictions.

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    The safety and security of students is of paramount importance to us all. To that end,Century Public School has in place well-established routines which support the basicpremise of school security.

    It is a requirement of all who enter school property during the instructional part of

    the day to report their presence to the main office prior to proceeding anywherewithin the school or yard.

    Teaching, office, administrative, and custodial staff are identified by name tags.Occasional teachers wear identification tags, as do all other Board personnel working onCentury premises. Parent volunteers also wear identification tags, and parents who visitthe school for any reason are requested to check in with the main office to receiveappropriate identification. Signs are posted to remind all visitors to do so. With such alarge, growing, and changing community, it is impossible to recognize all of the manyvisitors that come to Century in a day.

    It is with the intent of providing a secure environment for everyone that we stress thatparents must sign in before proceeding to any location in the school or yard.

    Playground

    Teachers are assigned to yard supervision in order to provide a reasonable level of supervision and safety. All students are encouraged to approach teachers on the yardwith a concern or problem. The duty teacher (identified by a neon red sash) will assistthe students in determining whether a visit to the main office is required. We willcontinue our system of tracking student behaviour on the yard. It is most effective whenstudents in difficulty approach the duty teacher for assistance, during the recess in whichthe issue occurred. Walkie-talkies are used for some duties in an effort to improvecommunication and emergency response time.

    Behaviour on the playground is to be guided by principles of respect for self, others, andproperty, as well as safety for all. The children are expected to engage in play thatmaintains a safe and pleasant environment for everyone.

    Snowballs are not allowed. The matter of liability for injury prevents us from creating a'Snowball Area' on the playground. Similarly, the use of hockey sticks, hard balls,roller blades and skateboards is prohibited.

    The Play structure is available to both primary and junior students according to theirscheduled days.

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    Administering Medication to Students

    Ottawa Carleton District School Board policy requires forms to be signed by you andyour physician before we can administer medication to your child, or allow your child toself medicate. The forms are available, on request, from the school office. Please

    remember that the forms must be signed prior to your sending medication to the school.We cannot store or give medication unless this requirement has been met. Student medication must be stored in the main office at all times. For the safety andwell-being of all our students, please do not send your child to school with anymedication (over-the-counter or prescription) without following our procedures.

    Lost and Found

    Lost and Found boxes are located on the ground floor next to the BuildingSuperintendent's office. Parents and children are free to check the contents for lostarticles at any time. We also put the contents out on display at various times throughoutthe year. After an appropriate length of time, unclaimed articles are sent toNeighbourhood Services. Items of value (rings, watches, and other jewelry for example)are kept in the main office. Parents are strongly urged to avoid sending valuable items(including walk-mans, electronic games and toys) to school. Please clearly label children's clothing, shoes, gym equipment (particularly basketballs), and other items of high personal value. Although a variety of security measures are in place, you shouldknow that the school cannot be responsible for lost articles of clothing, jewelry, orother personal property.

    Items Not Allowed at SchoolThe following items are not allowed at school:Trading Cards of any kindI PodsMP3 PlayersDiscmanWalkmanCell phonesPersonal electronic devices of any kindHeelysSkateboards

    VolunteersParent volunteers play an important and valued role in the daily operation of the school.Some parents offer expertise in an area of special interest or skill. Others join field trips,support athletic events, or help out with school wide celebrations or special activities.Still others appreciate being read to by an emerging reader. If you have an interest involunteering, classroom teachers welcome your support. Or consider contactingCenturys active and student-focused School Council.

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    APPENDIX ACentury Public SchoolBully Prevention and Intervention Plan

    Statement of Purpose:In a co-operative effort between staff, students and parents, Century PublicSchool is committed to providing a safe, friendly and caring learningenvironment that will allow students to develop and learn to the best oftheir ability. Through preventative and proactive measures, we will strive tomake bullying unacceptable. It is our intent that we as a school are declaringthat bullying will be dealt with promptly, effectively and in a fair and consistentmanner.

    Definition: Bullying is typically a form of repeated, persistent, aggressive behaviour directed

    at an individual or individuals that is intended to cause (or should be known tocause) fear and distress and/or harm to another persons body, feelings self-esteem or reputation. Bullying occurs in a context where there is a real orperceived power imbalance.

    Highlights from the Code of Conduct:

    Generally

    Follow the rules of the school.Keep dangerous things a way from school.Exhibit a sense of fair play in all activities.Help students younger than yourself.Use proper language always.

    In School

    Respect the rights of others to learnBe careful in line; keep your hands to yourself.Keep our walls, desks and books clean.Walk in the halls.Speak softly in the school.

    Outside

    Respect belongings of other people.Stay on school property, inside all boundaries.Play outside during recesses; play cooperatively.Seek assistance from a teacher on duty.

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    Prevention:

    The following prevention strategies are already in place, or have recently takenplace at Century:

    Peacekeepers (Lions Quest) Language Ambassadors The Four Houses There is an anti-bullying page on the website Bully Awareness Assembly Bully Awareness Surveys Parent Education Workshop Terrific Kids a program run through the Four Houses and the Kiwanis

    Club Theatre presentations on bullying The Ottawa 67s presented on the issue of bullying Social skills reinforcement programs

    Here is a list of possible prevention strategies that can be considered forfuture years:

    Newsletter articles for parents and teachers on bullying Curriculum on bullying Teacher training Poster/poetry or speech contests on bullying Youth Theatre Ottawa Invite a reformed ex-bully in to facilitate an assembly Develop peace news Social Skills programs Have kids do role plays on bullying and then have a discussion (find out

    about kids ideas) Send out a newsletter tip recommending that parents encourage their

    children to fill out a journal entry each night reflecting on something thatthey might do differently tomorrow. For instance, they may reflect on aconflict and make a plan for how they can do better.

    Intervention

    Peacekeepers may be the first to intervene in a situation on the yard.Peacekeepers are trained to help students resolve small conflicts. If anissue is serious, the Peacekeepers will report to a teacher on duty.

    Once a teacher is aware of a bullying situation, they will:

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    Immediately intervene to stop the behaviour Ensure the safety of the children involved Gather information Less serious incidents may be resolved by the teacher in the yard More serious incidents will be referred to the Principal The Principal will meet with the students that are involved The Principal will ensure that the student being bullied knows that it is not

    their fault Appropriate disciplinary measures will be undertaken according to the

    seriousness of the incident Depending on the seriousness of the situation, the Principal may decide to

    contact the parents of the students involved in the incident

    It is the goal of Century Public School that whenever possible, disciplinarymeasures will aim to teach students more appropriate behaviours.

    Tracking

    The Principal keeps track of behavioural incidents and documents themappropriately.

    Century Public School will regularly implement bully awareness surveys.The surveys help the school to keep track of bullying incidents in theschool.

    Reporting

    Children will be encouraged to report bullying through ongoing educationabout bullying. Century Public School will regularly implement the CPHA bully awareness

    with a toll free number for Kids Help Phone where they can getanonymous advice. The surveys also provide students with anopportunity to write their name if they need help.

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    APPENDIX BCode of Conduct

    RATIONALEA school, like any other organization, has expectations, rules, and regulations to which it must adhere inorder for the system to work. A positive school climate is necessary in order for students to feelcomfortable and become eager participants in the education process.

    Parents and children have rights and expectations. They have the right to expect the best possibleeducation with academic and social goals that develop good citizens. The school also has rights andexpectations. The school provides a climate conducive to learning and expects students to be responsiveand cooperative. A partnership between school and home is necessary for a positive learning atmosphere toexist. Although parents retain the prime responsibility for the students' social and moral upbringing, theschool is involved in the development of the student's values.

    Within the school environment there are students who, for various reasons, have difficulty adjusting to theschool environment. Developing a written statement of the school communitys expectations and

    regulations is an essential component of a comprehensive positive student management program.

    In a cooperative effort involving staff, administration, and parents, the following was written as astatement of Century Public Schools philosophy and standards in the form of a Code of Behaviour.

    The Code of Behaviour for Century Public School indicates appropriate student behaviour and the reasonsfor these expectations. School staff will intervene with students who have difficulty living up to theexpectations of the school's code. Parental support is key in allowing our efforts to be successful. Staff will administer consequences that are educative rather than punitive, keeping in mind the circumstancesand individuals to whom they will be applied.

    All staff is familiar with this document and go over it with students at the beginning of the school year andany other time deemed appropriate. Parents are encouraged to review the contents with their children to

    reinforce school efforts.

    Our aim as a school community is that all concerned can function to their potential within a positive schoolenvironment.

    CODE OF CONDUCT - CENTURY PUBLIC SCHOOL

    EXPECTED BEHAVIOUR REASONS

    ASSEMBLIES Students enter and leave the assembly Students develop appropriatein an orderly manner and sit in their behaviour in a public audience.

    assigned areas.

    Students show respect for those Students learn to appreciate theperforming for them. efforts made and the talents

    displayed by others.

    Students respect the rights of others. Students learn to be a good audience.

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    EXPECTED BEHAVIOUR REASONS

    ATTENDANCE Students are to be punctual and be in Students have the legalattendance at school during regular obligation to attend school. Effectiveschool hours unless excused by a parent learning of the program cannot takeor guardian. Tracking and follow up will place without regular attendance.occur. Parent support is essential. Classes are likely to be disrupted by

    late comers.

    Unless prior approval has been Teachers cannot be responsible forobtained from the school, students students unless they are in schoolare to stay on the school grounds or on school property.during recesses and lunch hours.Students are not allowed to leave theschool grounds at lunch time to purchasetheir lunch. Parental request for a child toleave school earlier than normal must be clearedwith the school office.

    DRESS Students are expected to wear Society has norms and the schoolclothing that is appropriate to a school attempts to adhere to these norms.setting and the weather conditions. Outdoor activity will occur daily except in

    extreme conditions.ENTRY AND EXIT When the bell rings, students are to Students are expected to be in theenter or leave the building in an classroom as quickly as possible.orderly fashion. This will enable classes to begin on

    time.

    In case of an emergency, control

    and direction must be easily andquickly established

    GYMNASIUM Students should be properly dressed for As many physical activities are being carried activities.Clean and proper out on the gym floor, clean shoesfootwear is particularly important are necessary. Improper dress can(no black-soled shoes). be a safety hazard and restrict 'free'

    movement. No black -soled shoes may beworn in the gym as they mark our floor.

    Students must follow the rules and Improper use of the gym equipmentuse only the equipment directed is potentially dangerous.

    by their teacher.

    HALLWAYSStudents are to walk in a quiet and orderly Pushing or running is dangerous.fashion.

    Personal belongings are to be placed in It makes it easier to find belongings

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    designated areas. and develops good personal habits.Articles left on the floor are dangerous tohall traffic.

    EXPECTED BEHAVIOUR REASONS

    HOUSE LEAGUE SPORTSAll students in grades 3-6 are invited The coach of any house league sport isto participate in the noon hour house giving his/her free time and makes thisleague program. Students who sign up commitment to provide a better program. It isare expected to participate in all scheduled only courteous for students to reciprocate withgames. a commitment to the coach and fellow team

    members.

    Students are to dress appropriately for the Good sportsmanship is a trait everyevent and exercise good sportsmanship person should develop.at all times.

    Spectators are expected to be wellbehaved and are not allowed to "boo"at any time or show other negativebehaviours.

    INDOOR RECESSChildren are to involve themselves in Uncontrolled behaviour in a confinedconstructive and 'quiet time' area is a safety hazard, and infringesactivities in the classroom. on the rights of others.

    LANGUAGEChildren are expected to use language that is Use of appropriate language will developappropriate to the school setting. self control in the students and respect for

    other people.

    LUNCHROOMStudents are to remain seated in their Walking about the classroom while eating canown room except or when special create a mess and infringes on the rights of permission is given. others.

    Students are to eat their lunch in the allotted Regular classes will resume after lunchtime and clean up any refuse. and the classroom should be tidy.

    Students must wait to be dismissed Students cannot go out earlier as thereand are expected to dress and go would be no supervision on the yard.outside promptly.

    RESOLVING CONFLICTStudents are to use appropriate life Students learn appropriate methods of skills to resolve conflict. If they are unable dealing with conflict. See the Parent Handbook for toresolve the conflict, students should seek a for Second Step Violence Intervention.Peacemaker or teacher to assist. Physical and verbal aggression will not be

    tolerated under the Safe School Policy.

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    EXPECTED BEHAVIOUR REASONSRESPECT FOR PERSONAL PROPERTYEach student is to respect the personal Children should treat others as they wouldproperty of others and refrain from expect to be treated.taking or damaging it.

    RESPECT FOR SCHOOL PROPERTYEach student will respect school property. The students learn that littering,Students should avoid littering, defacing, destroying or defacing communitydestroying or damaging school property. property shows a lack of respect and reduces

    the quality of life.

    RESPECT FOR OTHERSStudents are to respond politely to It is important that students learn tothose in authority and voice differences communicate in different situations and withof opinions in the same manner. different groups of people. It is important toStudents must understand that people learn to treat others as you would like tosuch as the principal, vice-principal, teachers, be treated.office administrator, custodians, parentvolunteers, patrols, and monitors are inpositions of authority.

    ACCEPTANCE OF ETHNIC, RACIALRELIGIOUS AND SEXUALDIFFERENCEEach student will display a respectful The students learn that everyone hasattitude towards others and will be different strengths, weaknesses andconsiderate and appreciative of backgrounds and should be accepted and individualdifferences. respected as fellow human beings.

    WORK HABITSStudents are encouraged to strive for the Good work habits develop a sense of highest quality of work that they are self-satisfaction and achievement, resulting in a high levelcapable of achieving. of self esteem. Good work habits also develop the

    organizational skills necessary in later life

    POSITIVE MEASURES

    The staff of Century Public School do their best to create a harmonious and stimulating environmentconducive to learning. In dealing with students' misbehaviours, an attempt is made to educate and correctrather than to punish. Generally speaking, there are two types of discipline problems in a school setting -minor ones and major ones.

    Minor Discipline Problems

    Minor discipline problems include student misbehaviour that teachers encounter day-to-day in theclassroom setting and/or in school activities. Such misbehaviour may include the following:

    - late arrival for class,- failure to bring required assignments or materials to class,- minor class disruptions (talking, joking etc.)- excessive demand for attention,- sarcastic, angry or inappropriate remarks,

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    - use of inappropriate language,- running or being noisy in the halls.

    Major Discipline problems

    Major discipline problems include misbehaviours which are less frequently encountered and may includethe following:

    - destructiveness to self or others and their property,- extreme belligerence (physical and/or verbal hostility),- erratic or irrational behaviour,- strong resistance to existing classroom or school organization rules.

    Consequences

    The staff of Century Public School will deal with each misbehaviour on its own merit, and will consider thefollowing options to try to correct misbehaviour:

    - student-teacher conference- separation from peer group or class- extra assignments- detention- parent-teacher conference- administration-student-teacher conference- external counseling- restitution- suspension- expulsion

    APPENDIX C

    Conduct on the School Bus

    All Code of Behaviour guidelines for Century Public School, and Safe Schools Policy arealso applicable while riding to and from school on the bus.

    The bus driver is responsible for the safety of the children while they are on the bus. Thechildren must respect this by obeying the driver's instructions.

    Please review behaviour expectations with your child on a regular basis. The followingcriteria apply to all school transportation. This includes field trips and sport trips.

    Students must promptly obey the directions of the driver.

    Students must remain seated while the bus is in motion.

    Drivers are authorized to assign students to sit in specific seats.

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    Students shall not talk to the driver while the bus is in motion except in anemergency. No loud or boisterous talking is permitted.

    Emergency doors shall not be touched except in the case of a genuine emergency.

    Keep aisles clear at all times. Books and parcels must be kept on the student's lap.

    Nothing shall be thrown out the windows, nor are students permitted to throwitems into the bus through the windows.

    Eating and drinking are not permitted.

    In September bus students meet with the principal or vice-principal to discuss bus safetyand their responsibility to comply with these expectations.

    Corrective Action for Student Misbehaviour on a School Bus

    1) The school bus driver shall first seek the cooperation of the student.

    2) If the student does not cooperate, the driver or supervisor shall report the student to theschool principal or designate, detailing the incident(s) and any corrective action taken bythe driver. (Incident report form)

    3) The principal or designate shall keep a record of such incidents and shall take suchcorrective action as he/she deems necessary which, with the knowledge of thesuperintendent of schools, may include suspension of the student's right to transportation.

    The following sequence is a guideline for possible interventions and follows theprinciples of progressive discipline.

    1st infraction: Discuss incident with student; follow-up as appropriate

    2nd infraction: Further discussion, parent informed, in-school sanctionmay be imposed, other follow-up as appropriate

    3rd infraction: School bus privileges withdrawn for a specified periodwith notification in writing to parent, bus owner, bus driver, transportation officer,

    and superintendent of schools.