Student Handbook
KAMSACK COMPREHENSIVE INSTITUTE
Box 579, Kamsack, Saskatchewan S0A 1S0
Phone: (306)542-2521
Fax: (306) 542-2264
Mrs. Connie Rosowsky, B.A., B.Ed., M.Ed. Principal
Mrs. Tracy Forsythe, B.Ed., B.Sc., P.G.D. Vice Principal
2009 – 2010
Director of Education – Mr. Dwayne Reeve
Superintendent of Schools – Mr. Withman Jaigobin
PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE
Welcome to Kamsack Comprehensive Institute! I am looking forward to the 2009 – 2010 school year. Whether you are new to the school or returning, I hope you are excited to start the new year. Please be sure to make this ‘your school’ by getting involved in the many excellent opportunities available to you. I encourage you to expect the best from yourself and from your school. You are the only one that can make this the ‘best school’ and make this year the ‘best year yet.’
Please take the time to read over the handbook and become familiar with the expectations outlined that guide the operation of KCI. Take this book home and share it with your parents and use the planner or organize your life. A great deal of time and effort has gone into making this handbook useful to you. I hope you will share any questions of comments you may have about the contents with me.
Have a great year!
C. Rosowsky,
KCI Mission Statement: Keep Caring Important
Kamsack Comprehensive Institute is committed to providing a safe, caring environment where all can reach their unique potential as life-long learners.
Each of the key elements of the Spartans’ Code of Conduct is addressed in the K.C.I. student handbook.
The Student handbook will be:
- Reviewed prior to the beginning of the school year.
- Distributed to all students upon registration at the Kamsack Comprehensive Institute.
- Reviewed in each homeroom during the first week of school.
- Sent home with each student.
NOTE: Parents/Guardians are expected to read and discuss the handbook with their child.
KAMSACK COMPREHENSIVE INSTITUTE STAFF
Mr. R. Aikman Driver Education Trainer
Mrs. P. Alzomal B.Ed. 6A (Room 4)
Ms. J. Barron Educational Assistant
Ms. M. Barsi B.Ed. 7A (Junior Science Room)(On Leave)
Ms. C. Bishop B.A., B.Ed. 10A (Art Room)
Mrs. L. Bowes Educational Assistant
Mrs. A. Burback (.6) B.Ed. Senior Classes (Business Ed Room)
Mr. E. Chorneyko B.Ed. Industrial Arts
Mrs. K. Chutskoff B.Ed. 7B (Room 6)
Mr. R. Chutskoff Head Caretaker
Mr. B. Dietz B.Ed. 5A (Room 3)
Mrs. B. Eisner B.Ed. 12A (Room 10)
Mrs. S. Floch Educational Assistant
Mrs. T. Forsythe B.Ed. Vice Principal 6A (Room 4)
Mrs. L. Gardner B.A., B.Ed. Learning Centre
Mrs. J. Gareau B.Ed. 8B (Room 7) & 6A (Room 4) (On Leave)
Mr. R. Gareau B.Ed. 8A (Room 
Ms. J. Ingham B.Ed 11A (Physics Lab) Science & Math
Mr. D. Kitsch B.Ed. Band Instructor
Mr. D. Larson B.Ed. 11A(On Leave)
Mrs. J. Larson B.Ed. 5B (Room 2)
Mr. M. Leis Caretaker
Mrs. S. Lippert (.5) Educational Assistant
Ms. A. Lowenberger (.5) B.Ed. 8B
Mrs. M. Mines Nutrition Worker
Mr. G. Musqua Family Support Worker
Mrs. A. Parnetta B.H.Ec., B.Ed. Home Economics
Mr. D. Placatka B.Ed. 9B (Room 11)
Mrs. J. Popoff Educational Assistant
Ms. M. Reilkoff School Counsellor
Mrs. C. Rosowsky B.A., B.Ed., M.Ed.Principal
Ms. H. Rumansik B.Ed., M.Ed. 11B (Room 13) Senior 11/21/31
Mrs. D. Sawatzky Caretaker
Mrs. J. Schwartz B.Ed. 9A (Room 12)
Ms. J. Stewart 12B (Room 9) Grade 9/10Classes
Mrs. W. Shabatowski B.A., B.Ed. 10A (Art Room)(On Leave)
Mr. B. Summers B.Ed. 10B (Room 14)
Mrs. B. Tetoff Librarian
Mr. G. Thomas B.Ed. 6B (Room 1)
Mrs. M. Tomochko Secretary
Ms. G. Tulloch B.Ed. Guidance Counsellor
Ms. A. Verigin Community School Co-ordinator
Ms. L. Villeneuve Educational Assistant
Vacant Secretary
Vacant Term Position 10A (Art Room)
Vacant Term Position 7A (Junior Science Room)
In January 2006, the Board of Education of Good Spirit School Division began the development of the Administrative Procedures Manual and Board Policy Handbook. These two key documents provide us with our operational framework. Our foundational statements developed through this process are:
Motto |
“Students Come First” |
Mission |
“Excelling Through Student Learning” |
Vision |
“Together Inspiring Passion For Learning – Excelling Now – Succeeding Tomorrow” |
Values |
Integrity, Empathy, Growth, Equity, Loyalty |
The Good Spirit School Division Web Site is www.gssd.ca to view the Administrative Procedures Manual and Board Policy Handbook.
CODE OF CONDUCT (GSSD Administrative Procedure 350)
Background
Division schools operate with good discipline in order to:
- Develop students’ knowledge, attitudes, and skills that will assist them in conducting themselves according to appropriate standards of behavior,
- Provide classroom conditions which will contribute to effective teaching and learning, and protect the health and safety needs of the school, and
- Help students to become the best that they can be.
The Division encourages the cooperative efforts of students, parents, teachers, administrators and School Community Councils in providing well-disciplined and educationally productive environments in our schools.
Procedures
- Students are to:
1.1. Be diligent in pursuing their studies;
1.2. Attend school regularly and punctually;
1.3. Cooperate fully with everyone involved in providing education programs and services;
1.4. Comply with the rules of the school;
1.5. Account to their teachers for their conduct;
1.6. Respect the rights of others;
1.7. Respect and care for personal and public property; and
1.8. Be polite and display good manners.
- Parents will help students meet the Code of Conduct when they:
2.1. Send children to school rested, clean, fed, and ready to learn;
2.2. Ensure that the child attends school regularly;
2.3. Are aware of the child’s work, progress and problems – by talking to the child about school, by looking at the child’s work and progress reports, and by participating in school programs and activities when possible;
2.4. Maintain continuing contact with the child’s teacher and principal about the progress of the child’s education;
2.5. Reinforce at home the importance of acquiring the knowledge, skills, and values needed to function effectively in society;
2.6. Take part in school programs that enable parents to participate in making educational decisions;
2.7. Respond to communications from the child’s school;
2.8. Hold the child responsible for the work, attendance and behavior expected for the child’s education; and
2.9. Treat school personnel with courtesy and respect.
- Teachers and/or staff will help students meet the Code of Conduct when they:
3.1. Create and maintain a safe, caring atmosphere within the classroom and the school;
3.2. Create an environment which helps students learn to accept themselves and others by becoming competent, fulfilled and independent persons;
3.3. Prepare diligently and search constantly for ways to set students up for success, to be winners not only by the quantity of knowledge they absorb but also by their desire to learn;
3.4. Create and maintain cooperative relationships between the school and the family;
3.5. Inform parents through conferences and report cards, about the academic and social progress of their children;
3.6. Provide professional advice to parents with regard to the educational needs and recommended programs for their children;
3.7. Maintain their professionalism by keeping up with current educational thought, continuously searching for ideas, materials and experiences to use in helping students; and
3.8. Treat students and parents with courtesy and respect.
- Schools will ensure that individual school codes of conduct are consistent with this Administrative Procedure.
Legal Reference: Section 85, 87, 108, 109, 150, 151, 175 Education Act
SCHOOL GOALS
At KCI we are striving to provide:
1) A wide variety of educational experiences to meet the needs and interests of all students. We attempt to meet the needs of individual learners through modification of instruction within classes and by offering different levels of courses in several subject areas. We also offer a variety of courses so that students have the opportunity to explore areas of personal interest.
2) A structured learning environment where student responsibility and self-discipline are fostered and mutual respect among staff and students is sought. We feel that such goals are best attained in an atmosphere in which the school establishes and maintains clear policies and expectations with respect to student behavior and attendance.
3) Opportunities for academic excellence. The school exists primarily to offer the student learning experiences, which will provide him/her with knowledge, skills and values that will be useful in later life. Students should be expected to put forth their best effort in all of their classes.
4) Opportunities for the development of an understanding of other cultures. The student population reflects the unique cultural diversity of the community. In order to participate effectively in this community, the development of an appreciation for the values and traditions of the various cultures in a necessity.
5) A safe and attractive environment in which students will want to work and socialize. Students should want to attend school and should find the environment pleasant, enjoyable and attractive.
6) Opportunities for leadership development. The school offers to promote the growth of school spirit and leadership through a variety of programs.
7) Effective home and school communication. Report cards indicating student progress in all subject areas are issued three times per year to grades 5 to 9 students and four times per year to grades 10 to 12 students. In addition, interim reports may be sent home at any time to indicate a change (an improvement or deterioration) in student achievement, conduct, or effort in specific subject areas. Opportunities are provided for parents to visit the school at regularly scheduled interviews. The school maintains an open-door policy, inviting parents and others to visit the school. Also the school distributes a newsletter, which is sent home at regular intervals during the school year.
In short, our goal is to provide a school, which out students are proud to attend and whose program is consistent with the values and expectations of the community, which we serve.
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES
Students who attend KCI should realize that to be successful in any course or activity requires a reasonable degree of diligence and application. Therefore, it becomes the responsibility of the students to:
- Attend regularly and be punctual.
- Be prepared for the day’s activities.
- Establish a personal routine for homework and home study.
- Apply themselves to their studies and to those school activities in which they choose to take part.
- Be courteous, friendly and respectful to all persons.
- Conform to the rules of the school.
- Respect the rights of each individual in the school.
- Respect school property.
(Summarized from Duties of Pupils, Section 150 of The Education Act, 1995)
S.R.C.
Student Council provides many student leadership opportunities for KCI Spartans. Participating in Student Council provides students the opportunity to plan and organize activities for our students. Student activities motivate students, develop leadership and other social skills, promote positive self-concepts, provide students opportunities to learn how to handle meaningful responsibility, and link academic learning with practical skills. In the process, student activities stimulate school spirit and help to create a positive school climate, foster regular attendance, and recognize students for their non-academic talents.
The SRC President and Vice-President are elected by the student body. Candidates running for these 2 positions are interviewed before running for election. Candidates must have had experience on SRC as an Executive Member for at least one year and must have a proven track record of leadership, commitment to SRC and good time management skills. SRC students must be able to commit a considerable amount of time to Council. All other positions are selected by means of “job interviews”. With the help of teacher advisors, the Student Council plans activities of all sorts for Spartans including welcome back activities, dances, assemblies and pep rallies, fundraisers, a wide variety of charity events, spirit weeks, contests, media coverage, and many fun activities. The goal is to make our learning environment a caring, and enjoyable one! All students are invited to attend meetings as room representatives.
Student Council Positions:
President
_____________________________
Vice-President _____________________________
Secretary / Junior Secretary _____________________________
Treasurer and Treasurer in Training _____________________________
Public Relations Representative _____________________________
Sports Representative _____________________________
Promotions Representatives _____________________________
Room Representatives – Grades 5 – 12 (Open to all students!)
Staff Representatives Mrs. G. Tulloch, Mrs. J. Schwartz, Mrs. Burback
Statement of Values and Beliefs
KAMSACK COMPREHENSIVE INSTITUTE
Spartan Spirit
The Spartan Team is the students, staff and parents, both past and present, and our community. As members of the
SPARTAN TEAM:
- we will be disciplined in our conduct to bring pride and dignity to our school
- we will be accepting of the differences in people, opinions and ideas
- we will be supportive of each other in good times and in bad
- we will celebrate our achievements as a united team
WE ARE PROUD TO BE MEMBERS OF THE SPARTAN TEAM.
Keep Caring Important
KCI
STUDENT ATTENDANCE INFORMATION
All students are expected to attend all classes every school day. Students who are absent from class or classes for avoidable (or unexcused reasons will be considered to be truant and will warrant disciplinary action.
For the purpose of this policy unavoidable (or excused) reasons for an absence will include the following:
1. illness.
2. medical appointment.
3. compassionate.
4. bus not running.
5. trip (as outlined in The Education Act, 1995).
6. school sponsored functions.
Procedures for Parents/Guardians of Absent Students:
If a student is absent from school, the parent/guardian is to phone the school prior to 9:15 a.m. with an explanation (542-2521). If a call is not made, the student must bring an explanatory note. This note, which is to be turned into the school office prior to the absence or WITHIN 3 SCHOOL DAYS of the student returning to class, must be dated, signed by the parent/guardian, and indicate a reason for the absence from school. Failure to contact the school will result in the absence being recorded as unexcused. From this point, responsibility passes to the student.
If there has been no phone call or note received at the office within seven days as detailed in the Attendance Policy, the student will be or may be Classified as “Unexcused”.
Procedure and Responsibilities for the Student:
- Attend each class every school day.
- Provide appropriate documentation if absent for any unavoidable reason. This could include a phone call or a note from the parent/guardian or a note from a doctor.
- Provide this documentation prior the absence or within 3 school days of returning to school.
- Students must inform teachers when they know they will be absent for all in class scheduled evaluation (exams, presentations, etc.).
Avoidable absences are evidence of an attendance problem and will lead to follow-up action by the staff.
Consequences of Irregular Attendance
There may be several consequences for missing classes due to avoidable or unexcused reasons. These will include:
- At 3 unexcused absences, or a combination of 3 unexcused and 5 unavoidable: classroom teacher contact with the parents/guardian in the form of a letter or phone call.
- At 5 unexcused absences, or a combination of 7 unexcused and excused absences: administrative contact with the parents/guardian.
- At 7 unexcused absences, or combination of 9 unexcused and excused absences: development of an improvement plan in meetings with the student, the parents/guardian, the classroom teacher(s), and the administration.
If the attendance problem continues, further action may include:
- An attendance plan/contract; and/or implementation of the Student Performance and Accountability Policy.
- Declaration of truancy (for students under 16 years of age).
- Withdrawal from Extracurricular activities.
- Loss of marks for the class.
- Loss of credit or withdrawal from the class.
- Referral to the Superintendent of Schools.
10. Suspension from school.
WHEN A PARENT/GUARDIAN GIVES PERMISSION FOR AN ABSENCE FOR SICKNESS OR ANY OTHER CIRCUMSTANCES WHICH THE FAMILY CONSIDERS TO BE SUFFICIENT, THE PARENT/GUARDIAN ALSO ASSUMES RESPONSIBILTY FOR RESULTS OF ABSENCES, SUCH A LOWER OR FAILING GRADES, OR AN INCREASED HOMEWORK LOAD.
LATES
The beginning of class is a critical time in the overall learning process. When a student is continually late, corrective steps will be taken by the teachers and the administration. The Education Act (1995), Section 158 supports this policy.
K.C.I. DISCIPINE POLICY (Draft May 2008)
The Education Act (1995) (152.1) states that every student is subject to the general discipline of the school. This means that as a rule of thumb in KCI the “Golden Rule” applies. If you are in doubt about your behaviour, ask yourself:
“Am I doing anything which will disturb others?”
“Am I breaking any of the rules of common courtesy toward my classmates, the school staff or the citizens of the neighbourhood?”
If you can answer “no” to both of the above questions, your behaviour is most likely to be acceptable.
Context of Bullying, Intimidation or Harassment
All high risk behaviours will be taken seriously and high risk students will be assessed accordingly. KCI will respond to serious violence or threat making behaviours.
Definition
“Bullying is a conscious, wilful and deliberate hostile activity intended to harm” (Coloroso, 2002)
The act of bullying, intimidation or harassment is not acceptable at KCI.
The Four Markers of Bullying or Harassment
1. An imbalance of power
2. Intent to harm
3. Threat of further aggression
4. When bullying escalates unabated – terror
Types of Bullying
1. Verbal Bullying: any exchange of works that are negative (i.e. taunting, name calling, putdowns)
2. Indirect Bullying: is hidden and hardest to detect (i.e. kicking, glares, looks, ostracising, hitting, pinching)
3. Physical Bullying: any physical contact that has the intent to harm (i.e. kicking, hitting, pinching)
4. Cyber Bullying: any derogatory text messages sent through sell phones and/or computers (i.e. internet web sights, emails, MSN)
Excerpts from the bully, the bullied, and the bystander, Barbara Coloroso 2002. www.kidsareworthit.com kids are worth it, inc. Ph: 800-729-1588 fax: 303-972-1204
PROCEDURES FOR DEALING WITH BEHAVIOURS THAT ARE INAPPROPRIATE AND/OR CONSIDERED ACTS OF HARASSMENT, INTIMIDATION, OR BULLYING.
- Staff members will inform the students(s) of the inappropriate behaviour.
- The staff member is expected to complete the “green” K.C.I. Discipline Form.
- The administration will determine appropriate action or make recommendation to homeroom teachers or supervisors.
- The discipline form will be placed in the student’s file in the principal’s office.
- If inappropriate behaviour continues the administration may choose 1 or more of the following options
- Appropriate discipline for that youth
- Refer to school counsellor
- Letter of Reprimand will be sent to the parent/guardian.
- Phone call or a meeting with the parent/guardian
- Loss of school privilege (lunch hour)
- Refer to outside agency
- Suspension from school pursuant to Section 154 of The Education Act 1995.
K.C.I. SCHOOL ROUTINES
- Bell and Class Schedule
Grades 5 & 6 Grades 7-12
Warning Bell 8:55 am Warning Bell
Morning Classes Commence 9:00 am Period 1
9:30 am
10:00 am Class Change to Period 2
10:30 am
Break 11:00 am Class Change & Break
Classes Continue 11:15 am Period 3
11:45 am
Noon Hour 12:15 pm Noon Hour
Warning Bell 1:00 pm Warning Bell
Afternoon Classes Commence 1:05 pm Period 4
1:35 pm
Recess Begins 2:05 pm Class Change & Break
Classes Continue 2:15 pm Period 5
2:45 pm
Homeroom 3:10 pm Home Room Grade 5-8(no bell)
Dismissal 3:15 pm Dismissal – Bus Students Grade 5-8 & Grade 9-12
3:20 pm Dismissal – Town Students Grade 5-8
1. Grades 5-9 students will have a number of 30 minute classes.
2. Grades 5 and 6 homeroom teachers will establish class schedules for their home rooms.
- Course Enrollment
In order to ensure that students maximize their opportunities while attending our school, KCI has policies in place indicating the number of classes students must take.
Students in Grades five to ten are expected to carry full academic loads.
Grade eleven students are required to enrol in at least nine classes, but they are encouraged to take ten classes.
Grade twelve students must enrol in at least eight classes (four in each semester), but they are encouraged to take ten classes.
- Study Periods/Library Period
Students with “spares” may study in the library, work in the student lounge, or leave the school. Because their presence outside of classrooms can be disruptive to the classes in session, loitering in the halls during class time is not permitted.
- Leaving School
Students who wish to be excused for the school during the day must sign out at the office. A student who is ill and wishes to leave the school should come to the office. Parents/Guardians will be notified before the student is allowed to go home.
Students who have appointments must have the parent/guardian phone or send a note to the office stating why the student is to be excused.
- Locks/Lockers
A locker and a school lock will be made available to each student. Replacement of damaged or lost school locks can be done through the office. Lockers must not be left unlocked and students must pay for lost or damaged locks.
Lockers and desks are the property of Good Spirit School Division and are under the direct control and supervision of school administration. The administration reserves the right to perform a locker or desk search any time that concerns exist about proper use, or for prohibited or dangerous contents.
- Student Dress
Students should dress appropriately for a work place. Clothes which have messages which are offensive to certain groups of people or include profanity are not acceptable. Clothing which is too revealing because it is torn or not designed to be worn in a work environment is also unacceptable. If these guidelines are not observed, students may be sent home to change.
- Use of Motor Vehicles
The use of all motor vehicles, cars, trucks, motorcycles, snowmobiles, all terrain vehicles, etc. is for transportation to and from school only. A student parking lot is located on the north end of the school. The school does not take responsibility for the vehicles through the school day. The school yard is the private property of the Good Spirit School Division and the students do not have permission to use the vehicles in the school yard. Reckless or erratic driving will be reported to the R.C.M.P.
- Extended Holidays
Students taking holidays during the school year are advised to contact the school to arrange for completion of work or examinations missed. This is the student’s responsibility.
- Noon Hour
The servery will be open at morning recess and noon hour. Vending machines will be located in the halls to dispense snacks for afternoon and evening.
- Visitors
To ensure the safety of the students and staff all entrance doors with the exception of the main door by the office will be locked after 9:00 a.m. each day. All visitors to the school are to make their request at the main office. This includes parents and guardians. The office will attend to your request.
Teachers will not permit students to leave a classroom without authorization from the office.
This policy applies throughout the school day and includes the noon hour.
- Smoking
K.C.I. is a totally non-smoking school – no smoking is allowed within the building by staff, students or others using the school. The school strongly discourages students from smoking.
- Student Fees
| Grade(s) | Fee | When | Amount |
| 5 – 12 | SRC | Annually | $20.00 |
| 5 – 12 | Lock | One time | $7.00 |
| 7 – 12 | Caution | One time | $25.00 |
| 8 | IA Woodworking | One time per year | $25.00 |
| 8 | Home Ec. | One time per year | $20.00 |
| 9 | Art | One time per year | $5.00 |
| 9 | IA Woodworking | One time per year | $25.00 |
| 9 | Home Ec. | One time per year | $15.00 |
| 10 – 12 Optional PAA Classes | Home Ec. / Foods / IA / Mechanics / Machining / Construction | Per Class | $30.00 |
| 10 – 12 Optional Art Classes | Art 10/20/30 | Per Class | $40.00 |
| 5 – 12 Optional Band Classes | Registration
Instrument Rent |
One time per year
One time per year |
$50.00
$50.00 |
| 5 – 12 | Yearbook | One time per year | $45.00 |
SRC Fee – The SRC fee of $20.00 per student is used to offset the costs of the school’s activity programs. In addition, we hope that students will support school fundraising drives.
Lock Fee – Students are encouraged to purchase locks from the school. Locks are warranted for breakage as long as the student is enrolled at KCI.
Caution Fee - All students in Grades 7 to 12 enrolling in our school for the first time are required to make a $25.00 deposit as a caution fee. This fee remains on deposit for the years in which the student remains in the Kamsack Comprehensive Institute. The caution fee is refunded at the end of the student’s last year at the Kamsack Comprehensive Institute (less adjustments for that year). The student is responsible for any damage to or loss of school property. Students are required to bring their balance back to $25.00 if they lose or damage a textbook.
Woodworking – Grade 8 & 9 students do woodworking projects that they are able to take home. Fees are help cover the cost of lumber and supplies used.
Home Economics – Grade 8 students do cooking projects that they get to enjoy eating. Fees help cover the cost of groceries. Grade 9 students do sewing projects and tie-dyeing. This money covers the cost of the sewing kit and t-shirt for tie-dying. There will be information sent home during the year for optional fabric kits required that can be purchased as well.
Art – Grade 9 art students paint ceiling tiles that are theirs to keep at the end of the year. Art 10/20/30 students paint art canvasses that are theirs to keep at the end of the year.
Extra-Curricular Activity Fees - Students on school teams and/or travelling clubs will be assessed a fee to offset the costs associated with the activity. These costs include equipment, uniforms and transportation.
- Hats
Students & Staff are not to wear hats, hoods, bandanas, etc. in the school with exception to designated SRC related fun days, Track & Field, etc.
- Non-Medical Use of Drugs (GSSD Administrative Procedure 354)
Background
All Division personnel are expected to uphold the law in preventing the unlawful possession of, use of, supplying of, or trafficking of solvents, intoxicants, controlled drugs, restricted drugs or narcotics.
Procedures
- The principal will ensure that all staff in his/her school are informed regarding the procedures to be followed when dealing with instances of non-medical use of drugs.
1.1. When a student is found to be in possession of, or distributing, illegal substances such as, solvents, intoxicants, controlled drugs, restricted drugs, or narcotics within a school, on Division property, or during an activity sponsored or approved by the Division, the staff member shall attempt to confiscate the illegal substance in an appropriate and lawful manner and report the incident to the principal. The principal shall then:
1.1.1. Inform the parents;
1.1.2. Report the incident to the police;
1.1.3. Suspend the student;
1.1.4. Investigate the incident; and,
1.1.5. Determine if a recommendation for expulsion or other action is required.
1.2. When a student approaches a staff member on school property or at an activity sponsored or approved by the Division, seeking help in regard to an illegal substance and at that time is found to be in possession of an illegal substance, the staff member shall attempt to confiscate the illegal substance in an appropriate and lawful manner and report the incident to the principal. The principal shall then:
1.2.1. Dispose of the illegal substance in the manner defined in 1.5;
1.2.2. Develop a program of assistance for the student; and,
1.2.3. Strive to provide the necessary resources to help the student either through the school or by referral to another appropriate agency.
1.3. When a student’s behavior while at school or while involved in an activity sponsored or approved by the Division indicates possible substance abuse, the staff member observing the behavior shall report the situation to the principal and shall then inform the parents of the student’s behavior.
1.4. When a student is found to be undergoing a severe reaction while at school or while involved in an activity sponsored or approved by the Division, the required medical treatment shall be provided pursuant to Administrative Procedure 315 – Illness/Injuries At School and Administrative Procedure 553 – Transportation of Ill or Injured Students.
1.5. Any illegal substance confiscated or found by staff members on Division property or while involved in an activity sponsored or approved by the Division shall be turned over to the police for disposal and a request made to the police to whom the substance is delivered for confirmation of the identity of the substance through some appropriate analysis.
1.6. When an illegal substance has been confiscated or found by staff members on Division property or while involved in an activity sponsored or approved by the Division and is not part of an attempt by a student to seek help regarding an illegal substance, the staff member shall cooperate with the police by identifying the student when a request for such identification is made by the police.
1.7. The principal shall ensure that all staff members in the school are informed or advised in regard to the appropriate handling of issues resulting from the possession, distribution or use of illegal substances. This training shall include information as to the steps a staff member is able to take in an attempt to legally and appropriately confiscate a suspected illegal substance.
- The principal, in cooperation with the School Community Council and the school community, shall ensure that educational programs and community resources are focused on the resolution of the problems and reasons leading to, and resulting from, the non-medical use of drugs.
Legal Reference: Section 85, 87, 108, 109, 152, 153, 154, 155, 175 Education Act
15. Students should not arrive prior to 8:40 a.m. and should depart within 10 minutes of dismissal unless they are participating after school activity under staff supervision. These procedures are to ensure safety of students.
16. Students may be in the gymnasiums, weight room and industrial arts shop only when supervised by a staff member.
17. All posters put up in the school must be approved by the principal or designate.
- Weapons (GSSD Administrative Procedure 353)
The Division does not permit the possession of explosives, firearms, and/or other dangerous instruments on its property, on the way to and from school, or during any school related activity unless for special purposes in authorized activities where the principal has granted special permission. Offenders in possession of firearms, explosives, or items of similar danger will be subject to reprimand, suspension, expulsion, or other forms of discipline.
- Cell Phones and Other Recreational Electronic Devices in Schools
In appropriate use of cell phones, camera cell phones and other recreational electronic devices can interfere with an individual’s right to privacy, the pupil’s right to a safe and care environment and the teaching and learning process.
Use of cell phones, camera cell phones and other recreational electronic devices are not allowed in classrooms. These items when in use by a student will be confiscated by the teacher and delivered to the principal or designate.
- K.C.I. Policy Re Computer Use, Camera Phones and Digital Cameras
Upon registration all parents and students must complete and return to the school authorization that makes each student responsible for using the KCI computer network in an appropriate manner. Teachers will review this agreement with students at the beginning of each school year.
Camera phones and digital cameras pose a problem when students take pictures and download them to the Internet. This should not be done without seriously considering what the consequences may be. We are providing supervision of computer activity in the school and it would be difficult for a student to do this from a school computer. However, students have access to the Internet outside of the school. When student take pictures during the school day, they do not have permission to download these pictures.
- Announcements
School related announcements are to be recorded on the announcement pad in the office. Announcements will be read at 9:00 a.m.
23. Telephone Calls and Messages
There is a student phone available at the office for local calls. Students will not be called out of class for telephone calls except for emergencies. Messages will be passed on to students at the earliest convenience.
24. Medication (GSSD Administrative Procedure 316)
Students taking necessary medications should report this to the General Office so that the information may be included on the student file and duly noted by all teachers. School personnel will not provide medication to students unless requested to do so by the pupil’s parent or guardian. Parents wishing school personnel provide medication to their child will be required to complete the “Administration of Prescribed Medication” form which is available at the office.
25. Bus Operation During Inclement Weather (GSSD Administrative Procedure 550 Transportation Safety)
1. It is left to the discretion of the bus driver as to whether she/he will operate her/his bus when weather and road conditions are in doubt. It is however, the parent’s responsibility to decide whether or not their children shall travel on the bus in these circumstances.
2. If the bus driver decides not to operate his/her bus, he/she will notify the school principals involved and attempt to contact all parents on his/her route.
3. In the event that all parents cannot be contacted, the bus driver shall notify FOX or CJGX of the bus cancellation or early departure.
4. It is the bus driver’s responsibility to obtain “contact” parents for his/her route. The names and telephone numbers of such people are to be posted in the bus. The role of the “contact” parent is to assist in phoning other parents re: bus cancellations and early departures.
5. In the event that weather conditions deteriorate after the children have been delivered to school the bus driver in conjunction with the school principal(s), and if deemed necessary the bus foreman shall decide if it is necessary to send the buses home early. Every effort shall be made by the bus driver, in conjunction with the principal, to notify the parents concerned and/or deliver the students to a prearranged place.
6. It is the responsibility of the bus driver to have each family on her/his route make arrangements for another home (if necessary) where their children may be delivered should the buses pick up students before the regular dismissal time.
26. Emergency Evacuation (under review June 2007) (GSSD Administrative Procedure 165)
Background
The Division shall strive to ensure that each student and staff member is provided with a safe environment. The Board is committed to creating and maintaining an environment in schools where students, staff, parents and others feel safe. To this end, the Division shall establish a protocol for responding to immediate risks within a building, student threatening behaviors, and traumatic events.
Specific procedures for emergency evacuation:
1. When the alarm sounds, students shall stand and wait for the designated teacher to go to the door and check the escape route. A student shall close classroom windows.
2. At the teacher’s command, the students shall move (single file) through the evacuation route to the designated outside gathering area. The first student of each room (nearest the door) shall hold the door until the class has passed, then close the door and follow the class.
3. Movement shall be a quick walk – never run, delay, push. Yield to classes ahead of your class.
4. In the interest of orderliness, it is imperative that students refrain from talking, laughing, or entering in any form of “horse play”.
5. Students shall form in rows according to homerooms across the street on the south side of the school.
6. After taking attendance, students and teachers shall wait for further instructions. If the evacuation is a drill, the “all clear” will sound (two bell rings on exterior bell).
7. If the fire alarm sounds during a break or lunch hour, students shall leave the school through the nearest and safest exit. Students are to gather at their homeroom station for attendance.
27. Damage to Property
Pupils who wilfully or ignorantly destroy or damage school property will be held financially responsible for their actions.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION
- 1. To attain a Grade Ten Standing, all students must have completed a minimum of 8 credits. The compulsory courses for Grade Ten are:
English Language Arts A10
English Language Arts B10
History 10, Native Studies 10, or Social Studies 10
Mathematics 10
Science 10
- 2. To attain a Grade Eleven Standing, all students must have successfully completed a total of 16 credits. The compulsory courses for Grade Eleven are:
English Language Arts 20
Mathematics 20
- 3. To attain a Grade Twelve Standing, all students must successfully complete 5 credits at the Grade Twelve level and have a total of 24 credits. The compulsory courses for Grade Twelve are:
English Language Arts A30
English Language Arts B30
History 30, Native Studies 30, or Social Studies 30
In order to complete their grade twelve requirements, students must also make sure that they have successfully completed the appropriate courses as outlines below.
| Program | Number of Credits | ||
| Required Areas of Study: | Grade 10 | Grade 11 | Grade 12 |
| English | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Mathematics | 1 | 1 | |
| Science | 1 | ||
| Social Science | 1 | ||
| Canadian Studies | 1 | ||
| Specified Areas of Study: | Grade 10, 11, or 12 | Grade 11 or 12 | |
| Science | 1 | ||
| Social Science | 1 | ||
| Health/Physical Education | 1 | ||
| Arts. Ed/ Practical & Applied Arts | 2 | ||
| Electives | 2 | 7 | |
CRITERIA FOR VALEDICTORIAN 2009
The Valedictorian should be the best representative of the graduating class with respect to the Spartan Code of Conduct:
Integrity is stressed.
Valedictorians participate in the extra-curricular life of KCI and must maintain an average of at least 80%. Being chosen to be Valedictorian is an honor for a KCI student. First semester final marks and second semester mid-term marks will be used to determine the average.
The same criteria as used for Academic Achievement will be used to determine average.
That criteria is:
English LA A30
English LA B30
History/Social Studies/Native Studies 30
Best Math at the 30 level
Best Science at the 30 level
Elective #1 (30 level)
Elective #2 (30 level)
Exchange students do not qualify to be the valedictorian.
The Valedictorian is nominated by the students The initial student list will be submitted to the staff of KCI who may make additions to or deletions from the list based upon the above criteria. The Principal will make final decisions.
Note: the official graduation list will is reviewed 2 times per semester and by May 30th.
GUIDANCE & COUNSELLING PROGRAM
KCI provides personal counselling, career education and assistance to students making class selections.
SCHOLARSHIPS AND AWARDS
A complete list of local scholarships plus other scholarships are available from the Guidance Counsellor. Students must check “Mrs. Tulloch’s Blog” on the KCI website to stay on top of deadlines and forms.
KCI has a tradition of recognizing Academic and Extra-curricular Excellence! Our recognition event takes place on the first Thursday of the fall semester, and is a night of “Spectacular Spartans”! The date for our next event is: Thursday, September 3, 2009 at 7:00 p.m.!
Our event is a fall event for several reasons. Starting the year with a celebration of accomplishments from the previous year is a great way to kick of the new school year, plus it is a time to set some goals for the next grade! As well, final marks are used in the calculation of averages for awards purposes. “True” top academic students are recognized and awarded scholarships. At KCI, we follow this philosophy: “What is best for the student?”, and we feel that our fall event follows that philosophy!
All graduates who are receiving scholarships are notified before the date, and we have found that there has not been a major problem with graduates not being able to attend!
KCI has many “Spectacular Spartans”!
THE RESOURCE CENTRE
The Resource Centre is open from 9:00 to 12:15 and 12:30 to 3:15. The centre includes a wide selection of reference books, fiction, non-fiction, vertical file materials and audio-visual material as well as internet access. The Resource Centre staff is pleased to assist students in locating and using all materials and students are encouraged to use the Resource Centre on a regular basis. The Centre is to be a quiet study area at all times; it should not be used as a visiting area.
INTRAMURAL/EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
A student can have fun, and learn from participation in activities available both within and outside of regular school hours. It is KCI’s experience that the happy and satisfied student is the one who participates in these activities. Therefore, we would encourage students to choose activities and participate fully.
a) Extracurricular Activities – Drama, Yearbook, SRC, Athletics (football, cross country, golf, soccer, volleyball, basketball, curling, badminton, track, SADD)
b) Intramural Activities – A number of recreational sport challenges will be set up by co-ordinators depending upon the season. Success of this program depends upon student participation.
Students who are participating in KCI extracurricular athletics and are absent prior to an athletic event without an excusable absence may not be eligible to compete in the scheduled athletic event.
SUPERVISION STATIONS
RECESS – AM & PM recess requires 6 staff members assigned
BUS - Teams of two or three have been set up to cover the 6 day cycle. Supervisors should be at their stations by 8:40 a.m. and from 3:15 p.m. until the buses are gone after school.
BUS A.M. RECESS A.M. & P.M. BUS P.M.
(a) Jr. Playground outside (1) Jr. Playground outside (N) North
(b) Junior Entrance (2) 5/6 hallway (S) South
(c) 5/6 hallway or outside (3) Jr. Playground outside
(4) Senior halls
(5) Senior outside
(6) Sr. Servery to Band Room
**No Grade 5 – 8 homeroom teachers on P.M. Bus Supervision
NOON HOUR ASSIGNMENTS
Station 1 12:15 – 12:30 Grade 8 lunchrooms
12:30 – 12:55 Nov 1 to May 1: Gym #1 Intramurals (alternate even days Grade 5/6 odd days Grade 7/8) – students should be in the gym until warning bell at 12:55
Fall/Spring: Outside Jr. End or Open intramural gym for junior students Grade 5 & 6 if wet weather
Station 2 12:15 – 12:30 Grade 7A lunchroom and lock the south door
12:30 – 12:55 Nov 1 to May 1: Open Gym #2 – keep it open until the warning bell at 12:55
Fall/Spring: Outside Jr. End or Open non intramural gym for junior students Grade 7 & 8 if wet weather
Station 3 12:15 – 12:30 Grade 5 & 6 lunchrooms and hallway
12:30 – 12:55 Junior hallways & outside front
Station 4 12:15 – 12:30 Servery patrol (single file – two lines) and senior end
12:30 – 12:55 Smoking area, senior hallways, servery and library and hand out playground balls from staff coat room – turn off T.V. at 12:55
Station 5 12:15 – 12:30 Grade 5 & 6 lunchrooms
12:30 – 12:55 Outside playground
Station 6 12:30 – 1:00 Floater Station
Station 7 12:30 – 1:00 Nov 1 to May 1: Junior Computer Lab & 5/6 Hallway
Fall/Spring: Outside playground
Station 8 12:15 – 12:55 The quiet room by invitation only – Room 9
Station 9 12:15 – 12:30 7B lunchroom
*** If the gymnasiums are not open for any reason, the supervisor of the non-intramural gym goes outside and the intramural supervisor does a combined station 3/4
*** The non-intramural gym supervisor will switch stations with the intramural gym supervisor if his/her station gym is scheduled for intramurals.
REPORT CARDS AND PARENT/TEACHER INTERVIEW DAYS
There will be three reporting periods for students in grades 5 to 9 in 2009-2010. Secondary level students will receive four report cards.
Grades 5-9: November Grades 10-12: November
March February
June April
June
Parent-Student-Teacher interviews may be scheduled at any time during the year. They may be requested by either parent of teachers. In addition Parent-Student-Teacher Interviews for all students are scheduled for:
November 2009 and March 2010
Students should be encouraged to accompany their parents/guardians to interviews.
Teachers will provide a verbal comment in conjunction with students’ mark at all levels. Student grades will be reported as follows:
- Grade 5 1-5 rating scale with checklist
- Grades 6 Letter grades for all subjects
- Grades 7-9 Percent grades for ELA, French, Saulteaux, Math, Science, Social Studies, Home Economics, Industrial Arts. Letter grades for Arts Education, Music/Band, Physical Education, Computer Literature and Health
- Grades 10-12 Percent grades for all subjects.
Letter Grades A+ 90 – 100
A 80 – 89
B 70 – 79
C 60 – 69
D 50 – 59
F 0 – 49
