STUDENT HANDBOOK C.Warren, Principal A. Rowden, Vice-Principal: Students A - L Albert Boutin, Vice-Principal: Students M - Z

Phone: (519) 843-2500, Fax: (519) 787-0100 All information is available on our school website www.ugdsb.on.ca/cwdhs

MISSION STATEMENT: The mission of the Centre Wellington District High School community is to ensure that students learn. Core Values Learning, Respect, and Community Learning Students need to be present to learn academic success for all students and at all levels high yield instructional strategies Respect

Respect for each other Respect for the learning environment Including classroom and building

Community

Building a supportive and positive school climate Volunteerism is encouraged Involvement in clubs and teams

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ACTIVITIES, CLUBS, COMMITTIES, EVENTS, & SPORTS

Get involved! Listen to daily announcements for times, dates and places. Choose from a variety of clubs and activities such as the following: Amnesty International, Anime, Arts, Astronomy, Athletic Council, Bike, Blood Donor Clinics, Bye-Bye Blackbird, Chess, Coding, Computer, Concert Band, Choir, Culinary, 3D Printing, DECA, EcoRangers, Finance, Free the Children, Freedom Christian, GSA, Indigenous, Indoor Soccer, Indigenous Club, Improv, Juggling & Games, LINK, Makeup Artists, Math Help Centre, SAFFE committee, School Reach, Ski & Snowboard Club, Student Aboriginal Exchange, Student Council, Tech Crew, Theatre CW, Wake Up Wellington

Badminton Golf Soccer Track & Field Baseball Hockey Swim Ultimate Frisbee Basketball Rugby Tennis Volleyball Cross Country Skiing Wrestling Field Hockey Ski and Snowboard Racing Pick up the Athletic Council brochure for more details. All students are welcome to participate in extra-curricular activities and try out for teams. While participation in a related course may be an asset it is not required for participation.

DAILY SCHEDULE FOR 2016- 2017 Time 8:55 8:58 - 10:20

Week 1

“William Tell Overture” Period 1

10:20 - 10:25 10:25 - 11:40

Period 2

Period 2 Lunch

Period 3

1:55 - 2:00 2:00 - 3:15

Period 1 Travel Time

11:40 - 12:40 12:40 - 1:55

Week 2

Period 4 Travel Time

Period 4

Period 3

School Council Meetings: September. 26, October 24, November 28, December 19, January 23, February 27, March 27, April 24, May 29, June 19 PD DAYS: September 30, November 25, February 3, April 28, June 28, June 29, and June 30

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UPCOMING DATES 2016 - 2017 SEMESTER 1 2016 -2017 August 31 Grade 9 Registration September 1 Grades 10 – 12 Registration September 6 First Day of School September 9 Photo Day Sept. 12 – 16 Welcome Back Spirit Week September 16 Welcome Back Assembly Sept. 19 – Sept. 23 Level Rep Election September 21 Grade 9 Link Day September 22 Grades 10 - 12 Awards Breakfast September 23 University Fair September 29 Clubs’ Day September 29 Terry Fox Run/Walk October 3 – 7 Thanksgiving Food Drive October 10 Thanksgiving Holiday October 18 Photo Re-take day & College Fair October 19 Interim Progress Reports Go Home October 20 Grade 10 ON Sec. S. Lit. Test on-line October 27 Parent/Student/Teacher Interviews October 27 - 31 Halloween Spirit Week November 2 Gr. 9 Take Your Kid to Work Day November 2 Career Conference Grades 10 - 12 November 8 Battle of the Bands November 10 Term 1 Ends November 11 Term 2 Begins November 11 Remembrance Day Assembly November 14 – 18 Grad Photos November 22 Semester 1 Midterm Reports Home November 23 Canadian Sr. & Int. Math Contest Nov. 28 – Dec. 2 Angel Campaign December 8 Grade 9 Mock Math EQAO December 14 Grade 8 Night December 16 COOP Breakfast & Expo December 16 Semi – Formal 7 pm – 10 pm Dec. 19 – 23 Holiday Spirit Week December 23 Holiday Assembly Dec 26 – Jan 6 Christmas Break Jan 12 Cocoa & Cram *Jan 18 & 20 Grade 9 Math EQAO *Jan 27 – Feb 2 Final Exams * PLEASE DO NOT BOOK FAMILY VACATIONS/EVENTS DURING THIS TIME

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SEMESTER 2 2016 -2017 February 6 Semester 2 Starts February 6 Grade 12 Awards Profiles Due February 14 Semester 2 Photo Day February 14 – 17 Grad Photos February 15 Semester 1 Final Report Cards Home February 20 Family Day Holiday February 21 – 24 Clubs’ Week February 22 Canadian Computer Competition February 23 Coffee House February 28 Pascal/Cayley/Fermet Math Contest March 6 – 10 Arts Week March 9 Interim Progress Reports Go Home March 10 Pi (π) Day March 13 – 17 March Break March 23 Parent/Student/Teacher Interviews March 29 Senior Survivor March 30 Gr. 10 ON Secondary School Lit. Test April 1 & 2 Major Drama Production Tech/Dress April 3 – 7 Spring Food Drive April 4 Feeder School Drama Matinee April 5 – 8 Major Drama Production April 13 Term 1 Ends April 14 - 17 Easter Holidays April 18 Term 2 Begins April 18 – 21 Earth Week April 21 Prime Minister Election April 25 - 27 CW Factor April 26 Semester 2 Midterm Reports Home May 2 Bye Bye Blackbird Starts May 2 & 3 Provincial Skills Competition th May 4 May the 4 be with you May 11 Mock Grade 9 Math EQAO May 18 Falconstock May 22 Victoria Day Holiday May 26 COOP Breakfast & Expo May 29 – June 2 Grad Week June 2 Prom *June 7 & 9 Grade 9 Math EQAO June 14 Athletic Banquet *June 21 – 27 Final Exams June 29 Commencement * PLEASE DO NOT BOOK FAMILY VACATIONS/EVENTS DURING THIS TIME

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What To Do When (All Students) You are returning from a legitimate absence If you have been away sick, return to school with a note signed by your parents (or you if you are 18). Give the note to each of your classroom teachers so they know your absence was legitimate and leave the note with your last period teacher. Parents can also call the school or the Attendance Line to report an absence. You become ill or injured at school First obtain permission from your subject teacher to report to the Attendance Office. If you wish to go home, a staff member in the Attendance Office will contact one of your parents. Only with your parent's and vice-principal's permission may you go home. You are late to any class Report directly to your class, unless you are more than 20 minutes late then you MUST report to the Attendance Office first. You arrive at school after an appointment Sign in at the Attendance Office and get an admit to class slip to your class. You must leave during the day You MUST always signout with a note at the Attendance Office BEFORE you leave the school. Try to avoid commitments before 3:20 p.m. You are sent out of class Report immediately to the Attendance Office with a misdemeanour form. Remain in the office until you have seen an administrator and are dismissed. ATTENDANCE AND LATE POLICY FOR STUDENTS Authorized absences are those that are school-related or for which a note or phone call from home has been provided. Extended absences must be approved by the Principal and cannot interfere with culminating activities. EXTENDED ABSENCES AND VACATIONS Students who are absent from regularly scheduled classes for a planned extended period of time, such as a vacation, must fill a Parental Request for Temporary Withdrawal form. This form can be found in the Attendance Office. These forms must be signed by the student’s guardian, as well as each of the student’s teachers, before being approved by the Vice Principal. It is the responsibility of the student to spend the required time to make up for the work missed during the absence. Students should not miss any culminating activities or their final exams. Alternate arrangements will only be made for students with a valid medical certificate, a serious extenuating family situation with appropriate documentation, or required court appearances. All other students will not receive credit for the exam or their culminating assignment in their final mark. To preserve the integrity of our final exams or culminating assignments, they need to be written or presented during the assigned exam period. Please contact the Principal if you require further clarification.

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UNAUTHORIZED ABSENCES An unauthorized absence is an absence that is not school related and for which a satisfactory note or phone call has not been received. For each unauthorized absence, your parent(s) or guardian(s) will be notified by phone. Your teacher will decide in-class consequences. These may include working with your teacher during your lunch period (i.e. a detention). Your teacher will refer you to your Vice Principal if the problem persists. The Vice Principal will:  meet with you to determine why you have been missing classes  contact your parent(s) or guardian(s) to discuss the absences  implement progressive discipline measures, such as, additional detentions, suspension, and removal from course(s)  consider a referral to the Attendance Counsellor for additional intervention Continued truancy will put your credits in jeopardy. As you are legally required to be in school, alternative placements will be examined including Alternative Education programs offered by the school board. CODE OF CONDUCT GENERAL Our School Code of Positive Student Behaviour is based upon the Ontario Code of Conduct and the Upper Grand District School Board Code of Conduct (Policy # 213) which applies to all members of the school community: students, administrators, staff, parents and guardians, visitors, volunteers, etc. while on all school and Board property, school buses, at school-authorized events and off site at school-sponsored activities, or in other circumstances that could have a negative impact on the school climate. RIGHTS Student Rights Include:  to be treated with dignity and respect  to be provided with activities that are success oriented and build on individual strengths  to receive a quality education Parent Rights Include:  to be treated with dignity and respect  to be heard and to have concerns addressed  to communicate with the school Staff Rights Include:  to be treated with dignity and respect  to have a safe working environment  to expect parents and students to be involved in creating a positive school environment

STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOUR A) Respect, Civility and Responsible Citizenship All members of the school community must:  respect and comply with all applicable federal, provincial, and municipal laws;  demonstrate honesty and integrity;  respect differences in people, their ideas and opinions;

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treat one another with dignity and respect at all times, and especially where there is disagreement; respect and treat others fairly, regardless of their race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or disability; respect the rights of others; show proper care and regard for school property and the property of others; take appropriate measures to help those in need; respect all members of the school community; respect the needs of others to work in an environment that is conducive to learning and teaching; not swear at a teacher or at another person in authority, and seek school staff assistance, if necessary, to resolve conflict peacefully.

B) Safety All members of the school community must not:  commit sexual assault;  traffic in weapons or illegal drugs;  be in possession of any weapon including, but not limited to, firearms;  use any object to threaten or intimidate another person;  cause injury to any person with an object;  be in possession of, or under the influence of, or provide others with alcohol or illegal drugs;  inflict or encourage others to inflict bodily harm on another person;  engage in hate propaganda and other forms of behaviour motivated by hate or violence;  commit an act of vandalism that causes extensive damage to school property or property located on the premises of a school, or  engage in any form of electronic communication directed to an individual or group of people that is intended to cause (or should be known to cause) fear, distress, and/or harm to other person’s; feelings, self-esteem, or reputation, or that has a negative impact on the school climate;  engage in bullying behaviours. Definition of bullying:  Bullying is typically a form of repeated, persistent, and aggressive behaviour directed at an individual or individuals that is intended to cause (or should be known to cause) fear and distress and/or harm to another person’s body, feelings, self-esteem, or reputation. Bullying occurs in a context where there is a real or perceived power imbalance.  Bullying takes on different forms and contexts with age. It can be physical, verbal, social/emotional or through the use of technology. Bystanders contribute to bullying by doing nothing to prevent it or by becoming actively involved in supporting it.

The Bullying Pledge: I have a right to feel safe and secure and supported everywhere. This includes my time at school, at home, on the internet and while traveling to and from school. I understand that bullying can involve many things such as name calling, racist and ethnic slurs, putdowns, untruthful accusations, unwelcome contact, violence, threats of violence, shunning, rude looks, gestures and disrespect to others. I pledge not to engage in these actions against others and to do my best to create a safe and friendly learning environment for all. As a part of my school community, I will stand up for my rights and the rights of others. I will be sensitive and accepting and show tolerance, courtesy and respect to everyone.

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STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES All students will:           

accept responsibility for their personal actions; demonstrate respect for self, and others, and for those in authority; fulfill expected academic obligations; come to school on time each day, prepared and willing to learn; obey the rules of the school, on school buses, and at other sites during school activities; dress appropriately in accordance with the Board’s and the school’s policies regarding appropriate dress; use respectful language, free from profanity; work cooperatively with staff and other students; be honest in their academic work (refrain from plagiarism, cheating, etc.); use free time responsibly; respect school property by using garbage receptacles for their intended purpose .

STAFF RESPONSIBILITIES The Principal will:  take a leadership role in the daily operation of the school by demonstrating care and commitment to academic excellence and a safe teaching and learning environment;  hold those under their authority accountable for their actions and behaviour;  empower students to be positive leaders in their school and community;  communicate on a regular basis with all members of the school’s community. Teachers and school staff will:  maintain order in the school;  maintain consistent standards of behaviour for all students;  help students work to fulfill their potential, develop self-worth, and prepare them for the full responsibilities of citizenship;  communicate regularly and meaningfully with parents/guardians;  demonstrate respect for all students, staff, parents, volunteers, and the members of the school community;  empower students to be positive leaders in their school and community. PARENTAL RESPONSIBLITIES Parents play an important role in the education of their children and can fulfill this responsibility by:  demonstrating respect for all students, staff, volunteers and the members of the school community;  supporting the efforts of school staff in maintaining a safe and respectful learning environment;  showing an active interest in their child’s school work and progress;  communicating regularly with their child’s school;  assisting staff in dealing with disciplinary issues involving their child;  helping their child be neat, dress appropriately, be well rested and prepared and ready to learn;  ensuring that their child attends school regularly and on time;  ensure a signed note is provided for their child’s absence, late arrival or excusal during the school day;  showing that they are familiar with the Ontario Code of Conduct, the Board’s Code of Conduct, and the school’s Code of Conduct and rules of behaviour;  helping and encouraging their child in following the Board’s Code of Conduct and the School’s Code of Conduct and the rules of behaviour.

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ACADEMIC INTEGRITY Academic honesty is the submission of your original work. Credit must be given for the use of others’ ideas or words. There must be honest disclosure of authorship, assistance or group cooperation, or when using translator programs. Academic integrity will be promoted amongst Centre Wellington students through assignment design and instruction. Teachers will design assignments that encourage higher order thinking, making connections and a monitored completion process. All learners will be provided with opportunities to understand the need to submit original work and/or disclose sources. These opportunities will include but are not limited to:  a general referencing lesson provided during CHV 2O1 – Civics which is a required course for all students  specific, targeted lessons from subject teachers and/or a teacher-librarian whenever a project or assignment requires reference to and use of primary and/or secondary sources Academic dishonesty is a deliberate misrepresentation of work and includes:  plagiarism – presenting the ideas, words or other intellectual property of someone else as one’s own  cheating on a test, exam, project or other assignment  assisting another student in dishonest efforts in projects, tests and exams  obtaining, using and/or distributing exams, tests or other evaluative materials that were not intended for such use  oral and/or written misrepresentations which may have an effect on a student’s academic achievement (e.g. fraudulent health claims or parental notes)  falsifying academic records such as tests, projects and exams  on-line language translation devices CONSEQUENCES FOR VIOLATING THE ACADEMIC INTEGRITY POLICY st 1   Referral to administration - incident tracked in Maplewood  Remedial session with librarian (where applicable)  Opportunity to re-do assignment for full marks  Contact made with home & report copied to the OSR nd 2   Referral to administration - incident tracked in Maplewood  Student receives a grade of zero on the assignment.  Requirement that student complete the assignment to acceptable level to demonstrate understanding.  Contact made with home & report copied to the OSR rd 3   Referral to administration  Parental meeting and report is copied to the OSR  Repeat offence in same course or semester may result in the loss of credit.  Will result in office consequence - i.e. suspension IMPLEMENTATION OF THE SCHOOL’S CODE OF CONDUCT Schools focus on prevention and early intervention as the key to maintaining a positive school environment in which pupils can learn. The Board supports the use of positive practises and progressive discipline as a whole school approach to foster the building of healthy relationships and encourage appropriate behaviours, as well as the application of consequences for inappropriate behaviour.

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PROGRESSIVE DISCIPLINE Progressive Discipline is a range of early and later interventions, supports, and consequences that are developmentally appropriate, and include opportunities for students to learn from their mistakes and that focus on improving behaviour. These may include, but are not limited to:       

Student Success and Character Development strategies and programs; providing students with the opportunity to learn life skills such as conflict resolution, anger management and communication skills; utilizing models based on the concepts of peer mediation and/or peer counselling; documenting incidents requiring disciplinary measures, and applying the mitigating factors; being sensitive to unique circumstances which may affect student behaviour; ensuring that contact with the parent(s)/guardian(s) of students, under the age of eighteen, is made early in the disciplinary process; maintaining contact with the parent(s)/guardian(s) and involving them in a plan to improve the behaviour until the behaviour is acceptable.

As incidents arise, it is recognized that each situation is unique. Incidents are managed in a consistent manner to ensure that fairness is integral to the process, and that this fairness is perceived by all participants. Within this process, consideration for consequences will be given for:  student age  frequency of incidents  nature and severity of incidents  student exceptionalities  extenuating circumstances  impact on the school climate CONSEQUENCES The school will use a range of interventions, supports and consequences that include learning opportunities for reinforcing positive behaviour while helping students to make good choices. The following are examples, in no particular order. The application of consequences, supports and interventions are determined by the incident and the individual students involved.

Examples of Consequences: • • • • • • • • •

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verbal reminder warning review of expectations/rules written or verbal apology incident sheet letter written to parent phone call home student contract sheet restitution

in-school community service lunch time detentions class time detentions loss of in-school privileges loss of field trip privileges suspension from the bus suspension expulsion

Examples of Supports/Intervention • • • • • • • •

discussion with P/VP reflective paragraph/essay problem solving conflict mediation social stories discussion with parent (next steps, solutions) conference with others involved restorative justice

Child and Youth Counsellor support • positive reward system • Attendance Counsellor support • student/teacher/parent meeting • case conference with school staff and/or Board consultants • referral to outside agencies • Suspension/Expulsion Program

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SUSPENSION AND EXPULSION It is understood that discipline serves not only to correct inappropriate behaviour, but also as a deterrent. To maintain a safe and effective learning environment, suspensions and expulsions may be imposed not only to deter inappropriate behaviour, but also to remove individuals who pose a threat to the safety and well-being of others. The Provincial Code of Conduct specifies that for student actions that do not comply with the Provincial Standards of Behaviour, suspension and expulsion may be considered. The Board’s Student Discipline Policy (Policy #503) sets out the process for suspension and expulsion. This policy specifies the student actions that may result in the Principal imposing a suspension, as well as the student actions that will result in the Principal imposing a suspension and considering an expulsion pending an investigation of the incident. MITIGATING FACTORS The Principal will consider the following mitigating factors when considering a suspension:   

the student does not have the ability to control his or her behaviour; the student does not have the ability to understand the foreseeable consequences of his or her behaviour; the student’s continuing presence in the school does not create an unacceptable risk to the safety of any other person.

The Principal will also consider the following factors if they mitigate (moderate) the seriousness of the incident or the behaviour of the student involved: 

the student’s history and age, whether progressive discipline has been used, if a behaviour has been motivated by harassment or discrimination, the impact on the ongoing education of the student, the student’s Individual Education Plan.

Note: In some cases, even though the offence calls for a mandatory suspension pending an investigation, the consideration of the mitigating circumstances may cause a principal not to suspend. ACTIVITIES THAT MAY LEAD TO SUSPENSION Police may be involved, as required, and a suspension may be imposed for one of the following infractions which has occurred on school property, during a school related activity or event, and/or in circumstances where the infraction has an impact on the school climate:           

uttering a threat to inflict serious bodily harm on another person; possessing alcohol or illegal drugs; being under the influence of alcohol or drugs; swearing at a staff member or at another person in a position of authority; committing an act of vandalism that causes extensive damage to school property or to property located on the premises of the school; bullying, including cyber bullying any act considered by the Principal to be injurious to the moral tone of the school; any act considered by the Principal to be injurious to the physical or mental well-being of members of the school community; persistent opposition to authority; habitual neglect of duty, or a serious breach of the Board or school’s Code of Conduct.

ACTIVITIES THAT WILL RESULT IN A SUSPENSION, AN INVESTIGATION AND A POSSIBLE RECOMMENDATION FOR EXPULSION Police may be involved, as required, and a student will be immediately suspended, an investigation will occur and may lead to a recommendation of expulsion to the Board’s Discipline Committee for one of the following infractions which has occurred on school property, during a school related activity or event, and/or

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in circumstances where the infraction has an impact on the school climate:          

possessing a weapon, including possessing a firearm; using a weapon to cause or to threaten bodily harm to another person; committing physical assault on another person that causes bodily harm requiring treatment by a medical practitioner; committing sexual assault; trafficking in weapons or illegal drugs; committing robbery; giving alcohol to a minor; an act or activities considered by the Principal to be significantly injurious to the moral tone of the school and/or to the physical or mental well-being of others; activities engaged in by the pupil on or off school property that have caused extensive damage to the property of the Board or to goods that are/were on Board property the student has demonstrated through a pattern of behaviour that he/she has not prospered by the instruction available to him or her and that he/she is persistently resistant to making changes in behaviour which would enable him or her to prosper.

PROTECTION OF PRIVACY One of the provincial acts which applies to schools and other institutions is the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Briefly stated, the Freedom of Information section of that Act says that the public has the freedom or right to obtain general or non-personal information about a school or a school board. For example, any person has the right to ask for and receive information about such school matters as the number of students, the number of teachers, which courses are offered, the content of courses, the number of rooms, and the daily schedule. If you want such information ask the school Principal. Under the Protection of Privacy portion of the act, the public does not have the right to know such things as the names and addresses of students, the telephone numbers of teachers, and the marks of students unless the parent or adult student gives consent for the release of such information. As a school, we obtain, use, store, and in some cases release information about students and teachers. We obtain personal information about students such as age and address through such forms as the student information and registration form. In virtually every case the parent's signature is required on such forms. We use personal information within the school in manners consistent with the reasons for which it was collected, ie. we use addresses to make bus route lists and we use marks to develop promotion and honour roll lists. We store personal information electronically and in the individual students' Ontario School Record folder, as required by law. Within the school:  health information is shared with the local health unit personnel, as required by law,  photographs and names of students are placed in the school yearbook,  exemplary work of students and their names are sometimes displayed in classrooms and hallways with the students' permission. Within our board of education and other schools in our board:  we share names and perhaps photos and work of students who have made significant accomplishments or who have entered inter-school contests.

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APPROPRIATE DRESS (ALL STUDENTS) C.W.D.H.S.’s dress code encourages respect and responsibility in school. Clothes are expected to be neat, clean, and appropriate for an educational setting. Therefore, the following applies:  shoes must be worn  clothing/ tattoos must be free of symbols of hate, gang membership, or images that portray violence, death, abuse, alcohol, cigarettes, drugs, racial comments, obscene words, political or sexual statements, inappropriate language or inappropriate slogans  undergarments should not be visible Students dressed contrary to the dress code, in the opinion of the teacher, will be sent to the office for alternate attire. BUS TRANSPORTATION Many students are bused to and from school each day. Please note your bus route and pickup time. While on the bus, students are expected to meet the same standards of behaviour as required in the regular school setting. Students must travel on their assigned bus. CAFETERIA / CAFETORIUM The cafeteria is open daily for students to buy nutritious lunches or snacks. Students must keep the cafetorium tidy at all times. All garbage must be recycled or thrown away in the appropriate containers. CWDHS SCHOOL COUNCIL The Centre Wellington District High School Council extends a warm welcome to all new students and their families. The School Council consists of Parents, Students, Staff and Community members. Its mandate is to assist in the development of excellent communication among all of the partners. The School Council usually meets on Monday evenings at 7 pm during the school year. Members of the Executive generally meet more frequently as required. It is not necessary to become a member of the Council to attend meetings. Everyone is welcome!

COMMUNITY PARTNERS The Board believes that community agencies and members of the school community are resources that can help boards deliver prevention and intervention programs. Current and new partnerships, protocols and outreach are encouraged and supported by the Board to formalize and enhance relationships to maintain safe and inclusive communities. COMPUTER USE Computer and Internet access is available to students at CWDHS. We are pleased to offer this privilege, as it provides valuable, diverse and unique resources for both students and teachers. Our goal in providing this service is to promote educational excellence. Access is a privilege and not a right. If you are not using the network or Internet in a manner consistent with class and learning goals, your privileges can be suspended, either by an individual classroom teacher, or for all labs by the system administrator, depending on the severity of the infraction.  Students will not access web chat lines, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, Facebook, or other social media services without their teacher’s permission.  Users are not permitted to transmit, receive, submit or publish any defamatory, inaccurate, abusive, racist, obscene, profane, sexually explicit, threatening, offensive or illegal material.  CWDHS takes bullying in all forms very seriously and recognizes the growing threat of cyber-bullying. Offences of this nature will be dealt with as would 'real-world' bullying.  Physical or electronic tampering ('hacking') with computer resources is not permitted.

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 Intentional damage to computers, networks, peripherals or software will result in cancellation of privileges. Compensation for damage may be required and criminal charges may be laid. Notify your teacher if you find any damage.  Copyright must be respected. Plagiarism will not be tolerated in any form.  Downloading, wasting system resources on games and modifications to the desktop are strictly forbidden and may result in loss of privileges.  Login using only your password. Logoff when you are finished. COURSE LOADS  Students in Grade 9, 10 and 11 students will take 4 courses in each semester.  Students with a minimum of 24 credits, may choose to have a spare.  Senior students who wish to participate in athletics must be enrolled in a minimum of 2 full courses per semester.  Students on spares must be in the cafetorium or the Library. They are not permitted in the halls during class time. CRIME STOPPERS Crime Prevention is everyone's responsibility. If you become aware of a crime committed, you may anonymously phone Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS, or you may pass information on in confidence to one of the vice-principals or the principal. A reward may be offered. DANCES Dances are organized for the enjoyment of CWDHS Students. If you wish to bring an outside guest (all must be registered in a high school and be approved by Administration), you must:  Complete a sign-in sheet in the office by noon two days before the dance, one guest per student.  Accompany the guest and be responsible for his/her behaviour at the event. All students must present their student card for admission to a dance. Acceptable school behaviour is expected. Moshing, grinding or slam dancing is not permitted. Students are not permitted to leave and re-enter a dance, this includes Semi-Formal and Prom. ELEVATOR The elevator is to be used only for students with medical or health reasons. A key is available from the attendance office and a key deposit of $10.00 is required. The deposit fee will be refunded when the key is returned. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Fire Alarm  Move quickly and quietly out of the school.  Move to the closest designated zone.  Exits are designated by signs in each classroom.  Once outside, students should move to assigned “safe zones” and report in to their classroom teacher for attendance.  Wait outside until they receive a signal to re-enter the school (3 klaxons from a blow horn or a hand signal from an administrator). Note: Tampering with the fire alarm system is a very serious offence punishable by a heavy fine and a suspension.

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Tornado Drill  Respond to the PA announcement.  Proceed to the indoor area designated for the class.  Once in their designated “tornado zone” students should remain in a crouched position near the wall, head down and hands over the back of their heads. After the threat of a tornado has passed:  administration will instruct staff and students (via the PA system) to return to their classes or to leave the school. Lockdown Drill  upon seeing an armed intruder OR upon hearing a lockdown PA announcement during class time, remain in your classroom or go to the closest classroom or safe place for lock-down (alternatively, go to the nearest exit)  regular classrooms should be locked and staff and students should stay well back from the door  the window in the door should be covered with pre-cut cardboard or other window covering, the lights turned out and the curtains closed  students are not allowed to use the washrooms  ALL CELL PHONES must be powered off and not used during a lockdown for safety reasons  wait for communication from the office – only use the PA system if there is a classroom emergency GAMBLING Recreational card playing is an acceptable activity. Card playing involving the use of markers of any kind to be potentially exchanged for money is considered gambling and is not permitted. HEALTH SERVICES The Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Health Unit is pleased to provide the following services to the students of Centre Wellington District High School through the Teen Clinic:  The Public Health Nurse is available two half-days per week for education and consultation relating to health matters.  A counsellor from Community Alcohol and Drug Services is also in attendance one half-day weekly.  Days and times the services are available are posted at the teen clinic, on the health room door and in the Guidance Centre. All counselling and clinic services are confidential. Appointments can be made in the Guidance Centre. HONOUR ROLL Criteria for Honour Roll: Grade 9 - 80% average in all subjects Grade 10 - 80% average in all subjects Grade 11 - 80% average in best seven credits Grade 12 - (Ontario Scholar ) 80% in best six credits taken in two previous semesters LIBRARY/ LEARNING COMMONS Loan Policy and Procedure: Library materials may be signed out on a regular 3-week loan, overnight loan or special loan (due as indicated). . Materials may be renewed if they have not been requested by another student. Library notices will be sent twice a month to the Home Rooms of students with overdue materials or accounts owing. A student card is required to sign out materials. Students will not be allowed to borrow items if they have late fees or overdue materials owing. Late penalties and replacement/damage charges will be assigned if materials are returned after the due date or are damaged or lost.

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Conduct Guidelines: The Library/ Learning Commons is a working environment where consideration for others is important LOCKERS The locker is board/school property. Students are responsible for the condition of lockers. Damage or defacing school property is an offence. Pictures and posters must be appropriate. The school cannot be responsible for any losses. Keep your combination confidential. Do not keep money or valuables in your locker. MOVING? Please let us know in writing if you need to change any of your child’s contact information. Please provide us with your Emergency Contact name and number. Forms can be picked up or dropped off in the Attendance Office.

PERSONAL EQUIPMENTe.g. Personal Laptop, Netbooks, Cell Phones, Digital Recording Devices, Digital Storage Devices, USB Internet Stick The UGDSB allows staff and students to bring their own digital technology including cell phones into schools, classrooms, and offices. Use of such equipment is permitted ONLY BY APPROVAL OF THE CLASS ROOM TEACHER AND /OR AN ADMINISTRATOR . Uses of personal digital devices must comply with the Board’s Acceptable Use Policy #318 and to the school Code of Conduct. Teachers and administrators may confiscate personal digital technology due to inappropriate or disruptive usage. Under no circumstances are personal digital devices to connect to the Board’s WAN using an Ethernet cable. The student, or the student’s parents, will pick up the equipment from a Vice-Principal in the Attendance Office at the end of the school day. Students should not leave money, valuables or electronic equipment in the change rooms. These items should be secured in their lockers. The school cannot be responsible for any losses. POLICE SERVICES The Board believes that the Police are partners with schools and school boards in maintaining safe schools and communities. Through the guidelines established in the Police/School Boards Protocol Agreement, Police support schools by encouraging, enabling and maintaining positive relationships with school administrators, staff, students, parents and members of the school community. SMOKING/VAPORIZING Smoking and the use of vaporizers is prohibited on Board property. A designated smoking area has been assigned at the north side of the school on the sidewalk only off MacQueen Blvd. Students are not to be on the road. All garbage is to be deposited in the trash cans provided. Students smoking or vaporizing on school property will receive a warning, and then a fine from the Department of Public Health. STAIRWELLS Loitering in stairwells is against the Fire Code. Students must find alternative locations to socialize and eat lunch.

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STUDENT TRANSCRIPTS Full disclosure  All Grade 11 and 12, courses attempted including those failed, dropped or repeated will appear on the Ontario Student Transcript.  The Provincial deadline to drop courses from timetables is five days after midterm report cards are issued. Otherwise, the courses will be shown on the Transcript. Repeating courses  Students who repeat a course for which a credit was previously obtained will earn only one credit.  Each time a course is taken, the marks are recorded on the Transcript. An “R” is recorded in the “credit” column for the course(s) with the lower mark. TEXTBOOKS and WORKBOOKS  Textbooks are loaned to students at no cost.  If not returned in good condition, a fee for damage or loss will be charged.  Report cards, timetables and transcripts may not be issued until all obligations are met.  Some courses require the purchase of consumable workbooks or materials. VEHICLES Parents dropping off or picking up students may do so by using the parking lot only. The semi-circular driveway at the front of the school is a FIRE ROUTE and only for use by emergency vehicles. Do not use the bus lane to enter or exit the parking lot. Parking on school property is a privilege. Students must obtain a parking sticker in order to park at the school. A student's parking privilege may be revoked if the student abuses this privilege by driving carelessly or at excessive speeds. Due to safety concerns, it is prohibited to use skateboards, scooters and roller blades on board property before, during and after school, and on buses. Snowmobiles are not allowed on school property. VISITORS  Please do not bring siblings or young children to school and/or class.  All visitors must report to the Main Office to sign in.  If permission to remain is given, the visitors will sign in, register their vehicles, and be given a visitor’s badge.  Not signing in can result in a trespassing charge and/or vehicle being towed.

This manual clarifies our core values of Learning, Respect, and Community. By having all students follow the CWDHS handbook, we can ensure a safe, equitable, and successful learning community for everyone.

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Teaching Staff contact by e-mail, [email protected] Linda Adams Matthew Arnold Elizabeth Avery Leigha Bailey Diane Ballantyne Steve Beggs Bobbi Bentham Reynolds Jesse Bergman Pamela Brown Wass Jeff Brubacher Tracy Brubacher Kristen Bruce Paul Bruce David Burgess Heather Cameron Tiziana Ceccetto Crystal Chilvers Michael Cottrill Nicole DeBeyer Sonia Dhawan John Diamond Sue Dobronyi Scott Farlinger Jack Frimeth Mary Gardner Helene Gawlina Oliver Gessner Heather Ginzel Brett Girvin Erik Gitter Consuelo Gobbato Laura Griffin Scott Grigsby-Lehmann Rebecca Grimes Joanne Harris Laura Hattle Zoltan Hunyady Randall Jamieson Chris Jess Mary Johnston Mike Johnston Carl Kellum Timothy King Andrea Kretz Principal, C.Warren

Amelia Kurtz Margaret Lauber Deirdre Lawler Eric Lee Jenna Lilly Katy Lloyd Camille Lockstein Dana Machin John Mahnic Brian Mallany Jose Martinez Jim Mason Rob McColeman Kathie McCracken Tim McDonald Carly McFarlane Ruth Meston Elizabeth Mick-Anger Erica Parker Geoff Patterson Dane Pedersen Brenda Pettifer Richard Preston Chris Priester Candra Richens David Ritter Jenny Ritter Stephen Roloson Sarah Rowan Alannah Sawatsky Paul Sedlak Murray Skerritt Terri Slaven Roy Stevens Avery Swinkels Brett Turner Sara van de Pol Rebecca Vander Vlugt Richard Vander Vlugt Lynne Vink Jeff Wilford Jaclyn Wilson Blair Winch Elizabeth Wood

[email protected]

Vice Principal, A. Rowden [email protected] Vice-Principal, A. Boutin [email protected]

(Students A – L)

(Students M – Z)

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Did You Miss Your Summative ? (test,, lab, presentation, performance) Did parent/guardian inform school/teacher PRIOR to summative

YES Alternative Arrangement/Assignment

NO Referral to VP

Recorded electronically 1st Consequence in a course 

Contact made home

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Opportunity to demonstrate expectations for full marks 2nd Consequence in a course

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Grade of ZERO on the summative

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Requirement that student complete summative to an acceptable level to demonstrate skill/understanding

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Parent/Guardian meeting with Administration 3rd Consequence in a course

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Grade of ZERO on the summative

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Parent/Guardian meeting with Administration

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Repeat offence in the same course MAY result in loss of course credit

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