Safe School Policy
The following table summarizes the disciplinary measures based on the severity of the offense:
| One-Day Suspension | Two-Day Suspension | Three-Day Suspension / In/Out Suspension | Expulsion & Legal Charges |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physical Violence | |||
| – pushing | – kicking | – intent to harm | – gang violence |
| – shoving | – punching | – physical injury | – premeditated violence |
| – throwing objects | – serious injury due to lack of restraint | – violence against a teacher | |
| – mischief causing harm | |||
| Verbal Misconduct | |||
| – name calling | – intimidation involving a physical threat | – continual disrespect of authority | – threatening teachers |
| – racism | – extortion | ||
| – implied intimidation | |||
| Weapons Use or Possession | |||
| – physical threat or use of weapons | – possession of lethal weapons like knives or guns | ||
| Vandalism/Theft | |||
| – reversible property damage | – theft | – permanent property damage | – extensive, intentional property damage |
| – petty theft | |||
| Drugs and Alcohol | |||
| – dealing | – possession/use on school property | ||
| – under the influence |
Harassment refers to behavior that is unwelcome, one-sided, and makes others feel uncomfortable or offended. Examples include comments about someone’s appearance or lifestyle, repeated behavior, threats, intimidation, or assault.
Under the Ontario Human Rights Code, all individuals at CanSTEM (teachers, staff, parents, guardians, volunteers, and students) have the right to freedom from harassment due to race, ancestry, origin, color, citizenship, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or marital status.
Reporting Harassment:
Incidents of harassment should be reported to any staff member or directly to the school administration.
Bullying is strictly prohibited at CanSTEM Education Private School.
Definition: Bullying is repeated, persistent, and aggressive behavior intended to cause fear, distress, or harm to another’s self-esteem or reputation. It often involves a power imbalance.
Reporting Bullying:
All bullying incidents must be reported to a staff member or the school administration immediately.
When student behavior poses a potential threat to safety, CanSTEM Education Private School follows the Community Violence Threat Risk Assessment Protocol (VTRA). This ensures prompt action and safety measures are implemented for all students.
Examples of Threatening Incidents:
- Possession of a weapon or replica weapon
- Bomb threats or related plans
- Verbal, written, or electronic threats to harm oneself or others
- Fire setting
Procedure:
- A School Threat Assessment Team (including the principal/vice-principal and police) will be assembled.
- For serious situations, the Community Threat Assessment Team (with community agencies) will be involved.
- Parents/guardians will be notified if their child is part of the assessment process.
Note: If consent from parents/guardians cannot be obtained, the protocol will still proceed if safety concerns exist.
CanSTEM Education Private School strictly prohibits the use, possession, or influence of alcohol and restricted drugs on school property, at school-sponsored events, or during school commutes.
Consequences:
- Suspension (up to 20 days) or expulsion
- Notification to parents and police
- Referrals to counseling and rehabilitation programs
Our school cooperates with local community agencies to support students in overcoming substance abuse challenges.
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