Parents
Policies at a Glance
Here are some important school policies that families may find helpful to know.
Device Use Policy
The Device Use policy outlines rules and expectations for electronic devices in schools.
This policy outlines how students can use personal devices at school.
Devices must be off and put away during class, unless allowed for learning or medical reasons.
Students can use devices only with teacher or principal permission.
Contact your child through the school office during class time.
Misuse may lead to discipline by the principal.
Parents are asked to support these rules at home.
Acceptable Use of Technology Policy
The Acceptable Use of Technology policy includes expectations for using technology and social media safely, responsibly, and for learning.
This policy outlines how students should use school technology safely and responsibly.
School devices and accounts are for learning and school activities only.
Privacy isn’t guaranteed on school devices or accounts.
Students should protect login information and respect others’ privacy.
Misuse may lead to loss of privileges or discipline.
Smoke and Vapour-Free Spaces Policy
Our Smoke and Vapour-Free Spaces policy maintains a safe and healthy environment on all TCDSB properties.
This policy sets rules about smoking, vaping, and cannabis on school property.
The school is completely smoke, vape, tobacco, and cannabis-free.
This applies to students, staff, parents, visitors, and volunteers.
Smoking, vaping, or using cannabis is not allowed on or near school property.
Exceptions are made only for medical or religious reasons.
Code of Conduct
Our Code of Conduct outlines behaviour expectations for students, staff, and families.
This policy outlines the behavior expected from everyone in the school community.
Everyone is expected to treat each other with respect.
Schools are safe and inclusive spaces, free from bullying or discrimination.
Each school has rules for acceptable behavior.
Discipline focuses on learning and improving behavior.
Dress Code for Pupils Policy
Dress Code for Pupils provides guidelines for appropriate student attire in schools.
This policy sets out what students should wear at school.
Students must follow the school’s dress code or uniform rules.
Clothing should be free of offensive language or images.
Parents ensure compliance; schools help enforce it.
Religious or cultural exceptions are allowed.
Schools consider affordability, such as clothing swaps or notices.
Progressive Discipline Policy
The Progressive Discipline policy outlines how schools approach behavioural issues and corrective actions.
This policy describes how schools handle student behavior in a fair, learning-focused way.
Discipline focuses on helping students learn from mistakes.
Schools use prevention programs and supports.
Responses are fair and based on each student’s needs.
Parents, students, and staff work together on discipline.
Prevalent Medical Conditions Policy
The Prevalent Medical Conditions policy provides support for students with medical conditions that require care during the school day.
This policy explains how schools support students with medical conditions.
Students have a personalized plan of care.
Staff are trained to safely support these conditions.
Parents provide permission for any medication at school.
Emergency procedures are followed according to the plan.
Schools keep parents informed about medical needs.
Student / School Related Concerns
Student / School Related Concerns offers steps and procedures for resolving parent concerns.
This policy helps parents and students know how to raise concerns about school matters.
Schools will listen and try to solve problems quickly and respectfully.
Parents are kept in the loop throughout the process.
If needed, school leaders step in to help resolve bigger issues.