Section 1 – Aims and Introduction
1.1 System planning for student success
1.2 School mission, vision, values
1.3 School success plan
Section 2 – Quick Reference for Board Policies and Operating Procedures
2.1 Accessing Peel board policies and operating procedures online
2.2 Board and school policies and procedures – quick reference
2.3 Key policies and procedures for annual review
Section 3 – Provincial, Board and School Policies and Practices
3.1 Safe Schools policy
3.2 Code of Conduct
3.3 Academic honesty
3.4 Homework policy
3.5 Bicycles, cars and student transportation
3.6 Visitors in the school
3.7 Trespassers
3.8 No smoking policy
3.9 Dress code for students
3.10 Personal electronic devices
3.11 Student use of Internet and computers
3.12.1 Assessment and Evaluation Policy
3.12.2 Assessment and Evaluation Policy at HB
3.13 Reporting to parents
3.14 Provincial testing - EQAO
3.15 OSR (Ontario Student Record)
3.16 Custody
3.17 Child in need of protection
3.18 School year calendar – 2013-2014
Section 4 – School Procedures
4.1 Admin Duties and Responsibilities
4.2 Announcements
4.3 Attendance procedures
4.4 Extended absence/vacation
4.5 Excursion and field trips
4.6 Supervision
4.7 Supervision schedules
4.8 Photocopying
4.9 Communications within the school
4.10 Keys
4.11 Telephones
4.12 Audio-visual equipment
4.13 Video/DVD use in the classroom
4.14 Assemblies
4.15 Awards
4.16 Commencement
4.17 Special events
4.18 Media coverage for school events
4.19 After hours use of school by staff
4.20 Special programs
4.21 ISRC (In-school Review Committee)
4.22 IPRC (Identification, Placement and Review Committee)
4.23 IEP (Individual Education Plan)
4.24 Financial
4.25 Personal property
4.26 Lost and found
4.27 Library/resource centre
4.28 Locks and lockers
4.29 Custodial services
4.30 Secretarial assignments and Office procedures
4.31 School council
Section 5 – Staff
5.1 Absence
5.2 EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
5.3 Leaves of absence
5.4 STPDL (Short-term professional development leave)
5.5 TIC (Teacher-in-charge)
5.6 Security – valuables and money
5.7 Dress code for staff
5.8 Mailboxes
5.9 Staff meetings
5.10 Staff list (directory)
5.11 Support (resources) staff
5.12 Volunteers – Criminal Record Check)
5.13 Offence declaration
5.14 E-mail guidelines for staff
5.15 Borrowing school equipment
5.16 Staff Assignment Advisory Committee
5.17 NTIP/TPA – Teacher Performance Appraisal
5.18 School calendar
5.19 Timetable
Section 6 – Emergency, Health and Safety
6.1 First aid
6.2 Medication
6.3 Accident reports/injuries
6.4 Allergies/anaphylactic shock
6.5 Animals in the building
6.6 Communicable diseases
6.7 Emergency procedures
6.7.A Fire safety and drill procedures
6.7.B Lockdown procedure
6.7.C Bomb threat
6.7.D Evacuation plan
6.8 Closure of school due to inclement weather
6.9 Floor Plan of school
6.10 Safe classroom use
Section 7 - Appendices
A. PDSB Policies and Procedures – quick reference guide
B. Reporting a child in need of protection
C. Excursions
D. Money submission form
E. E-mail guidelines for staff
F. Borrowing school equipment
G School Calendar
H Daily class schedule
I Floor plan of school
Section 1 – Aims and Introduction
1.1 System planning for student success
System planning for student success 2013-2014
Everything we do is designed to help students learn and do well in school. If we want all students to achieve, we need to plan how to make it happen, focus our efforts where the impact is greatest and measure our progress. The Peel District School Board does this through our system planning for student success process.
With our report card for student success, each goal has data indicators to show our progress in reaching that goal and key projects that are intended to have a direct impact on the indicators. The bottom line remains improved student achievement, with our goals at the centre of the process. The report card for student success helps us to turn our goals into action and to focus and co-ordinate our time and resources.
We want our students to achieve to the best of their ability. The system planning for student success shares with staff, parents, students and community how we will fulfil our mission of "lifelong learning: striving to be the best."
Set high expectations for achievement of students and staff, and measure the outcomes
Our highly effective staff ensure that all students achieve to the best of their ability. High expectations are set through the analysis of data to guide success planning, instructional practice and resource allocation.
· Implement First Steps literacy framework (K-8)
· Implement the Stepping Out literacy resources (9-12)
· Implement the Alphakids reading assessment (K-2)
· Expand instructional strategies and develop new programs for grades 7 – 12 at-risk students
· Use a needs index for each school to help determine the allocation of resources
Encourage positive board/staff and school/community relationships
We promote open, honest, two-way communication among students, staff, parents and the community. We listen and respond to needs, so that everyone is included, recognized and valued.
· Develop and implement strategies to support site-based staff wellness, using effective practices
· Implement the staff recognition plan
· Conduct and respond to an annual satisfaction survey for internal audiences
Use resources effectively
We acquire, align and deploy resources to support our goals and key strategies in an efficient and effective manner.
· Effectively deploy the $100 million initiative to renew school facilities
· Standardize the processes and procedures for new school construction
Maximize student achievement through school success planning
We develop professional learning communities to support a school success planning framework that is inclusive, collaborative, data-driven and results oriented. School success plans are aligned with system goals and key strategies to maximize student success.
· Develop and implement in all schools the School Success Planning website
· Train all school leadership teams in School Success Planning
Ensure students and staff have safe and appropriate places to learn and work
We work to provide and maintain safe and healthy environments conducive to learning and working for all. The right spaces in the right places are necessary to ensure the success of our students and our staff.
· Review the design of new schools and identify & implement design efficiencies to address program needs
· Analyze, interpret and respond to school-by-school suspension data
Achieve equity for students and staff
We provide equity of access and opportunity for students and staff to learn, work and develop in an environment that is encouraging, respectful and inclusive.
· Expand integrated system implementation of The Future We Want and the human rights policy for staff and students
· Provide training to principals, vice-principals and managers in the fundamentals for addressing conflict with a focus on human rights and equity
· Act on the plan to meet the requirements of the Ontarians with Disabilities Act
Use technology effectively with students and staff
We provide students and staff with technological learning opportunities to prepare them for a successful future. Our integrated, reliable, accessible and evolving electronic tools enhance learning, teaching and staff productivity.
· Implement the strategic learning technology plan which includes a new, integrated system for the inter/intra net and electronic communication
· Develop and implement an organization-wide strategy to share effective practices for school electronic communications
Attract, develop, and retain a diverse staff of committed, dedicated and caring people
We will attract, develop and retain well-qualified, results-oriented individuals of diverse backgrounds who are committed to lifelong learning. The collective efforts of these individuals will maximize our capacity to meet system needs and achieve student success.
· Provide additional training and support to specific staff groups based on identified needs
· Develop and implement orientation, induction and mentoring programs for all staff in new assignments
Find out more at www.peelschools.org
1.2 Harold M. Brathwaite Secondary School
Our Mission, Our Vision, Our Values
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to be a community of active learners and engaged citizens in which all members are intellectually curious, environmentally responsible and socially active.
OUR VISION
Harold M. Brathwaite will be a model school for learning where:
§ Individuals are engaged in a variety of opportunities for growth and fulfilment both inside and outside of the school.
§ A collaborative interconnection exists between staff, students and the community.
§ We foster a positive inclusive community where all members are empowered and diversity is valued.
§ We are open to change.
OUR VALUES
To realize our mission and vision, we value:
§ Diversity and acceptance of each member of the learning community.
§ The development of the mind, body and heart of all learners
§ academic knowledge and skills
§ health and fitness
§ strong moral character
§ Positive interdependence among stakeholders through communication, collaboration and cooperation.
§ Innovation and continuous improvement.
THE HB WAY
§ We attend all classes, on time, every day.
§ We behave in ways that respect everyone.
§ We complete all homework and assignments.
§ We ask for help and help each other.
§ We keep ourselves healthy and safe.
SCHOOL MOTTO
Dream … Believe …Succeed
1.3 School success plan
Our School Success Goal:
Literacy
By September 2014, we aim to increase the number of Level 3 (passing) applied grade 10 students on the OSSLT test by 2% in alignment with the board goal. Our goal supports the understanding that literacy is a cross-curricular responsibility.
Numeracy
By September 2014, we aim to increase the number of students enrolled in MFM1P0 achieving Level 2 on EQAO to Level 3 by 5% in alignment with the board goal.
Pathways
By 2014 we aim to educate staff, students ( grades 8-12), and parents, about the various pathways so that they make informed decisions about course selections and its impact on their future, in alignment with the board's goal.
Community, Culture and Caring
During the 2013-2014 school year, our staff and students will complete the Secondary School Climate Survey. We will continue to integrate culturally responsive teaching and learning practices to promote a positive learning environment.
Bullying Prevention & Intervention
By June 2014, we will improve the collective sense of a safe, positive school climate by increasing positive student behaviours through a variety of proactive and responsive character and bullying prevention and intervention strategies.
Assessment & Evaluation
By September 2014 our goal is to better align Harold M. Brathwaite ‘s school wide and department based Assessment and Evaluation policies with Policy 14.
Section 2 – Quick Reference for Board Policies and Operating Procedures
2.1 Accessing Peel board policies and Operating procedures online
Peel District School Board policies and procedures may be accessed online by following these steps:
1. Open your browser
2. Find General Data (located above the blue Peel District School Board line)
3. Click on Board Policies and Procedures Quick Reference
4. Click on the appropriate letter and look up the policy or procedure in question
2.2 Board and school policies and practices – quick reference
Quick reference for board policies and operating procedures
Note: Policies and procedures are organized alphabetically, from A to Z. Please check the Peel District School Board website for updates.
2.3 Key policies and procedures for annual review
At a staff meeting early in the school year, the following policies and procedures will be reviewed with staff:
· Critical Incident Response – Special Education Program Services 14
· Reporting a Child in Need of Protection–Special Education Program Services 5
· Reporting Board Employee Suspected of Conduct which Places a Child in Need of Protection (found on Special Education website)
· Assault of a Staff Member – Staff Development and School Support 6
· Safe and Caring Schools Document (found on Staff Development and School Support Intranet page)
· Suspension/Expulsion of Pupil - Staff Development and School Support 4
· Bloodborne Communicable Diseases – Human Resources Services 33
· Indoor Air Quality Protocol – Environmental Health and Safety Operating Procedures 2.14.11
· Notification of Personal Injury to Students and Non-Staff – Finance and Administration 5
· Procedures for Administration of Prescribed Medication to Pupils in Schools – Special Education Program Services 8
· Trespassers in Schools – Staff Development and School Support 7
· Emergency Closing of Schools Due to Inclement Weather – Facilities and Transportation Support Services 8
· Excursions – Staff Development and School Support 3
· Guidelines – Days of Commemoration and Celebration – Staff Development and School Support 10, Communications Intranet page—under "Faith Forward" resources
· Hate-Based Graffiti, Activities and Electronic Harassment – Human Resources Services 40
· Human Rights Complaints made by Staff, Parents or Visitors – Human Resources Services 38
· Human Rights Complaints made by Students – Human Resources Services 39
· Human Rights Policy – Policy #51
· Ontario College of Teachers Professional Advisory: Professional Misconduct Related to Sexual Abuse and Sexual Misconduct
· Non-Board Funds – Finance and Administration 1
· Professional Growth and Evaluation of Teachers – Human Resources Services 35
· Student Assessment, Evaluation and Grade Placement (Elementary) – Program Services 7
· Student Use of the Internet – Program Services 6
· The Ontario Student Record (OSR) – Program Services 11
· Teacher-In-Charge – Human Resources Services 27
· Fifth Disease Protocol (found on Staff Development and School Support, Communications and Human Resources Intranet pages)
Section 3 – Provincial, Board and School Policies and Practices
3.1 Safe schools
Peel District School Board Code of Conduct
The Education Amendment Act (Progressive Discipline and School Safety), 2007 repeals sections 306 to 311 of the Education Act and replaces them with new provisions that substantially alter Part XIII of the Act with respect to the suspension and expulsion of pupils. The amendments support the progressive discipline approach to choosing the appropriate course of action to address inappropriate behaviour. The amendments combine discipline with provisions for pupils to continue their education.