STUDENTS

• be treated with respect and dignity;
• learn in a clean and safe environment;
• work in an environment that is free from physical and verbal harassment and bullying;
• be disciplined in a fair and reasonable manner by caring teachers and administrators.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Students are expected to:

• behave in an honest, courteous manner that respects the rights and feelings of others and for those in authority;
• attend school regularly and be punctual;
• be prepared for class with the proper equipment and assigned work completed;
• use polite and appropriate language with students and staff;
• follow school and classroom rules/routines and Code of Conduct;
• show respect for the property of individuals, school and public;
• not wear hats or caps once inside the school building;
• keep electronic equipment at home (IPods, Game Boys);
• not use cell phones during school hours;
• solve problems without fighting;
• promote positive school spirit;
• help keep the school free of litter and vandalism;
• respect community members and their property while on excursions off school property and while traveling to and from school;
• not wear clothing that displays profanity, violence, discriminatory messages, or is provocative and revealing

Briarcrest Junior School's Code of Conduct is based on the provision of a safe, nurturing, respectful and positive school culture and environment.  It is consistent with the standards established in the Toronto District School Board's Safe Schools policy, the Toronto District School Board's Code of Conduct and the Provincial Code of Conduct.