Code of Conduct
Student Code of Conduct
The Education Act of Alberta identifies Student Responsibilities (31) and indicates that a Student, as a partner in education, has the responsibility to:
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Attend school regularly and punctually.
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Be ready to learn and actively engage in and diligently pursue the student’s education,
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Ensure that the student’s conduct contributes to a welcoming, caring, respectful, and safe learning environment that respects the diversity and fosters a sense of belonging,
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Respect the rights of others in the school,
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Refrain from, report, and not tolerate bullying or bullying behavior directed toward others in the school, whether or not it occurs within the school building, during the school day or by electronic means,
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Comply with the rules of the school and the policies of the board,
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Co-operate with everyone authorized by the board to provide education programs and other services,
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Be accountable to the student’s teachers and other school staff for the student’s conduct and,
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Positively contribute to the student’s school and community.
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For a more extensive description please refer to AP 50-09 on the Pembina Hills School Division website ( https://www.pembinahills.ca/our-division/documents/50-09-student-code-of-conduct/ )
Students shall exercise their responsibilities to:
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7.1. Attend school regularly and punctually
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7.2. Be ready to learn and actively engage in and diligently pursue their education
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7.3. Know and comply with the rules of the school and cooperate with all school staff
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7.4. Inform a trusted adult in a timely manner of incidents of bullying, harassment, intimidation, or other safety concerns
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7.5. Comply with the rules of the school and the policies of the Division
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7.6. Cooperate with everyone authorized by the Division to provide education programs and other services
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7.7. Use school property and equipment carefully
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7.8. Refrain from tampering or disabling fire alarms and safety equipment
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7.9. Adhere to Division administrative rules relating to smoking, alcohol, and drugs (see AP 50-12 Unauthorized/Illegal/Stolen Substances/Items)
Students shall be responsible and accountable for their behavior and conduct:
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8.1. While involved in school-sponsored or related activities
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8.2. While on school property
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8.3. During any recess or lunch periods on or off school property
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8.4. While using personal or school-owned digital devices for learning, entertainment, or communication
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8.5. While traveling to and from school; and
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8.6. Beyond the hours of school operation if the behavior or conduct detrimentally affects the welfare of individual students or the governance, climate, or efficiency of the school(s) (Education Act Sections 36(1)(c) and 37(1)(c))