Newtonbrook Secondary School

Policies & Procedure

Code of Respect and Behaviour

At Newtonbrook Secondary School, we agree to show

RESPECT FOR OURSELVES by

coming to class every day and on time

approaching our school responsibilities in a manner which exemplifies our best efforts (coming prepared to work and learn)

wearing clothing appropriate for a learning environment (top meets bottom, reasonable length of shorts and skirts, underwear hidden and clothing with no inappropriate language and/or visuals)

responding respectfully to any requests to remove hats

not wearing any gang-related clothing, including bandanas

attending school free of the influence of alcohol or drugs

refusing to bring weapons or banned substances into the school

using my time wisely and not playing cards or games during instructional time

taking steps to ensure a healthy lifestyle

RESPECT FOR OUR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT by

understanding it is a violation:
a) to plagiarize (using another person’s writings as one’s own);
b) to cheat on examinations or tests;
c) to submit work for which credit has been previously obtained in another course;
d) to forge, alter or falsify any academic record, parental note or medical note;
e) to produce a paper, lab report or other assignment for another student
f) to take an exam for another student

accepting the consequences for academic misconduct which may include assignment of other work; assignment of a low grade (including zero): failure in a course; removal from a course and/or suspension from school.

using the Internet responsibly and following the TDSB On-Line Code of Conduct

RESPECT FOR OTHERS by

respecting the rights of others to learn, to be heard and to be appreciated both within and beyond the classroom

listening when others are speaking

accepting as worthy of respect all persons regardless of their race, family background, gender, sexual preference or orientation, colour, religion, national origin, age, and mental or physical ability

reporting any incidents of an abusive, harassing or bullying nature

keeping the halls , entrances, library and cafeteria clean and clear at all times and quiet while classes are in session

refraining from the use of language or gestures which are profane, abusive, or inappropriate in a school setting

welcoming and supporting all members of the Newtonbrook school community

contributing to the learning process by turning off and not using cellular phones, pagers, laser pointers etc. in the school building and during school functions

understanding that communication devices will be confiscated for 5 days if used at school

RESPECT FOR OUR SCHOOL by

reporting any trespassers to a staff member

showing care for the condition of all school property and equipment

keeping our school clean by NOT consuming food and drinks in the classroom

keeping the school building clean and free of graffiti

not smoking, spitting, or littering on school property or on our neighbours’ property

acting in a manner which honours the traditions and reputation of the school

identifying oneself when asked and by complying with requests made by staff

supporting the participation of others in school activities

participating in school activities

RESPECT FOR OUR COUNTRY by

standing respectfully and removing all hats during the playing of the national anthem

exhibiting good citizenship through obedience to the laws of city, province, and country

RESPECT FOR OUR ENVIRONMENT by

reducing, reusing, and recycling our waste products

being aware of environmental concerns

actively supporting activities which further environmental concerns

ATTENDANCE AND PUNCTUALITY

Students are expected to attend school on time every day. Regular attendance is a critical factor for increased student success. Students have a duty to attend classes, to study and to learn. Parents will receive calls each evening from our automated dialing system if their son/daughter was absent for a class or arrived late.
It is extremely important that the office has accurate parental contact information on file as students under 18 will not be allowed to leave school unless they have a signed note from a parent/guardian or unless the office is able to speak to a parent/guardian on the phone.

IF YOU ARE LATE FOR SCHOOL
If it is the first period of the day, report directly to your period 1 class. If you are late during any other period report to the main office, sign in and then go directly to class.

IF YOU MUST LEAVE SCHOOL DURING THE DAY
If you know in advance that you have to leave school for an appointment bring a note signed by your parent/guardian indicating the time that you are required to leave and the reason for your absence. At the time indicated on your note, show your note to your teacher and immediately report to the main office with your note to sign out of school.
If you feel ill during the day or forget your note, obtain permission from your teacher to go to the main office. Immediately proceed to the main office, explain your condition and ask to have your parents contacted. DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES LEAVE WITHOUT PERMISSION DURING THE SCHOOL DAY.

IF YOU ARE ABSENT FROM SCHOOL
Parents should notify the school by calling 416-395-3280 and leave a message indicating the student’s first and last name, and the reason for the absence. When you return to school you must bring a note from your parent/guardian indicating your name and homeform (clearly printed), the dates/times of your absence, the reason for absence / lateness, the signature of your parent/guardian and your signature.
Your absence note should be presented to each of your teachers upon your return and put in your last period teacher’s attendance folder to be filed in the main office.
Students are responsible for all work and evaluations missed during their absence and will be subject to department and school policies.
IF YOU ARE ABSENT FROM A CLASS BUT NOT FROM SCHOOL
From time to time students may miss classes due to involvement in fieldtrips, sports, teams, clubs or other events. If you must miss a regularly scheduled class you are expected to inform your teacher in advance of your absence. You must also arrange with your teacher to complete any evaluations in advance and catch up on any missed assignments.

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Toronto District School Board Athletic Association

Spectators are an important aspect of school athletics. The attendance of students, parents, guardians, and members of the community serves to compliment the experience of all those involved in sporting competitions.

It is expected that spectators will :

Cheer in a positive manner

Respect the decisions of the officials

Respect the athletic facilities and property

Respect the authority of Toronto District School Board staff members who are supervising games

Be courteous and respectful to fellow spectators

Not interfere with the game in any manner

Refrain from the use of profanity, taunting, threatening actions, or violence

Behave in accordance with all Toronto Disctrict School Board policies.

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First Aid

If you are injured and able to walk, or want to report an injury, go to the Main Office. Some staff are trained in basic first aid measures. School staff may not administer medication of any kind, including aspirin. All injuries which happen on school property must be reported to the Main Office.
SMOKING ON SCHOOL PROPERTY IS PROHIBITED
The Ontario Tobacco Control Act (1995) bans smoking in and on school grounds. NO ONE is permitted to smoke AT ANY TIME in the building or on the school grounds. Any person convicted of this offence will be subject to a fine of $120.
It is illegal to sell or supply tobacco to a person under 19 years of age on or off school property. The supply of Tobacco to a person under 19 years of age can result in fines from $215 - $100 000 for the first offence and subsequent offences.
Students caught smoking on school property will be disciplined accordingly.

Insurance

Accident insurance is available through the Board of Education at a reasonable cost to each student. The plan covers all accidents in connection with school activities, either while at school or traveling from one school to another. Insurance envelopes are distributed by homeform teachers during the opening days of school in September. It is recommended that students who participate in any extra-curricular activities purchase accident insurance.

Hallways

Students should not be meeting friends or loitering in the hallways during class time. Students with an unscheduled period on their timetable may go to either the library for quiet study, or to the cafeteria.

Identification Cards (SAC Cards)

Each student will be issued a card with his/her picture on it. The card will serve three purposes: identification, use of library services and student activity card. Therefore, on Photo Day, all students will have their pictures taken. The photo package offered by Lifetouch can be purchased separately. Students must carry their Student Identification Card with them at all times when attending school or a school function. Students who wish to participate in school teams, extra-curricular activities or clubs must purchase an SAC card. Student Identification Cards must be displayed when writing exams or EQAO tests. Lost cards must be reported to the main office.

Locks and Lockers

Students will be assigned a locker at the beginning of the school year; however, they remain the property of the Toronto District School Board. Record your name on the locker card that your homeroom teacher gives you. Students must provide their own locks. Do not give your combination to anyone. Students should leave valuables at home. Newtonbrook Secondary School and the Toronto District School Board are not responsible for loss or theft of student property.
Lockers are loaned for the specific purpose of storing textbooks, clothing, notebooks and other materials necessary and/or incidental to education. Your belongings must be removed from the locker assigned to you by the June Exam period or they will be disposed of.
Should the school have lawful concerns, the locker may be entered by a school administrator with or without the presence of the occupant. Searches of lockers may be carried out as part of the duties to maintain order and discipline in the school.

Lost and Found

The lost and found service is provided by the Main Office. If you find anything that is not yours, drop it off at the office. By the same token, if you lose something check in the office. You'll be surprised when you've lost something important like your notes, a calculator, or a souvenir from a special someone, to find out how considerate your fellow Brookers are!

Parking

Cars: There is no student parking on school property from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Students must not park on school property.
The section of Hilda Avenue in front of the school is a No Stopping Zone which police frequently ticket.
At times when personal or family commitments require a student to drive a car to school, arrange to park at a parking area nearby or make arrangements to leave your car with a friend who lives near the school. Students are encouraged to use TTC buses, which stop only a block from the school.

Peer Tutors

If you need help in a specific subject, peer tutors can be requested through a PEER TUTORING form available in guidance. If you would like to be a tutor, please pick up a tutor application form from guidance. You can earn volunteer hours towards your Community Service requirement.

Plagiarism

Plagiarism is the willful use of someone else’s thoughts, ideas, words or work and representing them as one’s own. Plagiarism is not tolerated at Newtonbrook. Any information used in a student’s work should be properly referenced and cited in a bibliography or in footnotes/endnotes. Work submitted to a teacher for evaluation that is found to plagiarized in whole or in part will be awarded a mark of zero. Repeated violations will result in further discipline including suspension.

Textbooks

Subject teachers will distribute textbooks at the beginning of the semester. Students must return the same textbook at the end of the course or pay for the replacement of the book. Before being admitted to an exam, a student who has lost a textbook must obtain an examination admit slip from the main office.
If you drop a course or leave the school before the end of the school year you must return all your textbooks in good condition to the teacher(s) who gave you the book(s).