The School Behaviour Code which follows, has been developed to support the goals we have identified for everyone at John English.   It is the right and responsibility of all members of the John English School community to create a safe, positive and supportive teaching and learning environment for everyone.

As a community of learners we expect appropriate behaviours throughout the school based upon the
3 Cs and the 3 Rs.

Our mascot JESSE symbolizes these 6 key values and stands for our motto: 

The expectations of the John English School Behaviour Code are based upon the Education Act and Regulations and the TDSB Safe Schools Policy.   

Expectations

• Violence of any sort will not be tolerated and will result in severe consequences.  No one will verbally or physically intimidate, harass or threaten a student or adult.
   

• It is against board policy to have any type of weapon or toy replica in possession on board property.  All forms of knives, toy guns, sling shots, caps, firecrackers, etc. are considered weapons.
   

• Any signs of gang behaviour will be dealt with immediately and stopped. Any gang paraphernalia, jewellery or clothing will be confiscated and returned only to parents.

• Inappropriate language (eg. swearing, insults) is not permitted.
   

• No student is to use plagiarism including electronic theft and misrepresentation of original work.
   

• Students are not to engage in rough games such as tackle football.  Baseball bats and hardballs are not to be brought to school.  Throwing snowballs is not permitted on school property.
   

• Smoking is not permitted on any board property or while on a school excursion.  Students are not to have matches, lighters or any tobacco product in their possession. Students are not to have, use or provide alcohol or illegal drugs on school property or at school sponsored events.

• Vandalism is a suspendable offence.
   

• Students are expected to take reasonable care of school property, including books, lockers, furniture and washrooms.
   

• Students are expected to dress in an appropriate manner that is conducive to a proper learning environment.  Shorts and skirts must be mid-thigh length or longer, without holes.  Tops must meet bottoms without the midriff showing.  Undergarments should be covered.  Halter tops must have cover-ups.  Articles of clothing with inappropriate slogans or pictures are not permitted. Bandanas are not permitted.
   

• Hats are to be removed upon entering the school building.
   

• Students are to leave hats, walkmans and outer clothing in their lockers during class.  No large athletic bags or backpacks are to be carried between classes.  Gym clothing may be carried inside a bag that fits inside a desk.  Students are expected to wear shoes in school at all times.  Winter boots or rubber boots are inappropriate footwear in the classroom.
   

• Personal items of value should be left at home.  The school is not responsible for replacing lost or stolen items.
   

• Students are not permitted to bring laser pens, cell phones or pagers to school.
   

• As a safety measure, every student must be able to hear and respond to public announcements and teacher instructions. Therefore, any electronic devices that interfere with hearing must be removed upon entering the school.  They must be kept in lockers until dismissal.
   

• While on school property during school hours, students are expected to walk their bicycles to the racks and carry their skateboards, rollerblades and scooters.  The above activities are not permitted on school property.
   

• Gum and candy are not permitted in the classroom setting.

Maintaining our Behaviour Code is the responsibility of all members of our school community.  By following this policy we will ensure the preservation of a safe and orderly environment for learning. 

Consequences

When behavioural expectations are not being met a range of consequences may result:

• counselling by the teacher, guidance counsellor, vice-principal or principal;
   

• class or office detention;
   

• writing of a contract or a plan of action for future behaviour;
   

• temporary removal from class;
   

• a letter or call home;
   

• informal or formal conferences with parental involvement as necessary;
   

• replacement, repair or payment for lost or damaged property;
   

• involvement of Student Support Services personnel or outside agencies;
   

• voluntary withdrawal (child sent home with approval of parent);
   

• formal suspension in keeping with the board and Ministry policies;
   

• expulsion