Decision-Making and Citizenship at Banff Trail School
Everyone Does their Part
The teacher establishes clear expectations, models appropriate behaviour and attitudes, reinforces correct behaviour, and is alert to students who need support and/or assistance.
The student is aware, understands and follows expectations to help maintain a safe and appropriate learning environment. Students model appropriate behaviour for others in the school.
The parent supports, cooperates, provides input and models a positive attitude and behaviours conducive to learning experiences for their child.
When a student’s conduct disrupts the learning environment, the school will implement consistent responses to support the student’s personal development and character through a series of fair and predictable approaches.
Staff members working with the student will attempt to resolve the issue if it is relatively minor. Reoccurring infractions or major infractions will be supported by school administration.
Parents will be notified of incidents by email, agenda message, telephone call or letter. The following approaches may be used:
Minor infractions
- Loss of recess time to discuss, reflect, and/or plan how to remediate the situation
- Community service
- Loss of privileges such as club participation or intramural activities
- Loss of ability to participate in or attend special events
- Loss of ability to participate in field trips
Major infractions
- In-school suspension
- Temporary suspension out of school (1 – 10 days)
- Suspension with recommendation for expulsion
School Bus
Students riding on the bus are responsible for their conduct, the safety of themselves and all other passengers. In case of misbehaviour on the bus, the bus driver will write a misconduct form and submit it to the office. If rules are infringed upon, loss of riding privileges and/or suspension from school may occur. When entering or leaving the bus, students must observe driver’s instructions. The driver is in full charge of the bus and his/her directions must be followed at all times by parents and students. A child can only ride the bus if they are a registered user. Parents are not permitted to ride the bus at any time.