Ituna School student handbook

2020/2021

To equip lifelong, confident, compassionate learners with skills to become successful individual members of society.

ContentsStaff List......................................................................................................................................... 3

Day and Bell Schedule....................................................................................................................4

Kindergarten-Grade 6................................................................................................................4

Grades 7-12............................................................................................................................... 5

Code of Conduct............................................................................................................................5

Disciplinary Procedures.................................................................................................................6

Level 1........................................................................................................................................6

Level 2........................................................................................................................................7

Level 3........................................................................................................................................7

Academic Integrity Policy...............................................................................................................7

Attendance.................................................................................................................................... 9

Lates............................................................................................................................................ 10

Dress Code...................................................................................................................................11

Fees..............................................................................................................................................11

General Assemblies..................................................................................................................... 11

School Supplies............................................................................................................................11

School Opening............................................................................................................................12

Footwear......................................................................................................................................12

Telephone Calls............................................................................................................................12

Textbooks/School-Loaned Books.................................................................................................12

Accidents..................................................................................................................................... 12

Lock Down, Fire Drills & Bus Evacuations....................................................................................12

Parent Teacher Interviews...........................................................................................................13

Visitors in the School................................................................................................................... 13

Weather Policy (Grades K-6)........................................................................................................13

Lunch Time.................................................................................................................................. 14

School Store.................................................................................................................................14

Cell phones.................................................................................................................................. 14

High School Non-Scheduled Periods............................................................................................14

Student Lounge............................................................................................................................14

Out-of-Bounds Areas................................................................................................................... 15

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Parking......................................................................................................................................... 15

Lockers/Locks...............................................................................................................................15

Extra-Curricular Activities............................................................................................................15

Our Extra-Curricular Vision..........................................................................................................16

Division IV Credit Requirements..................................................................................................16

Graduation Requirements...........................................................................................................16

Required Courses of Study.......................................................................................................17

SRC Expectations......................................................................................................................... 17

Final Exams.................................................................................................................................. 18

Grade 7-12 Awards......................................................................................................................18

Academic Awards.................................................................................................................... 18

General Proficiency..................................................................................................................19

Other Awards...........................................................................................................................19

Internet & Computer Use............................................................................................................19

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Staff ListName AssignmentMrs. Gent PrincipalMs. Onefreychuk KindergartenMrs. Kreway Grade 1Mrs. Smith Grade 2/3Mrs. Morvik Grade 4/5Mrs. Bulych Grade 6Mr. Smidt Elementary/Middle YearsMrs. Yanko Middle YearsMrs. Faye Middle YearsMr. Bulych Middle Years/SeniorMrs. Matus Senior ScienceMr. Matus Senior MathMrs. Nevill Senior English/HistoryMs. MacLellan Learning Resource TeacherMrs. Kutas Administrative SecretaryMrs. Kanciruk Library TechnicianMr. Schnell Educational AssistantMrs. Smuk Educational AssistantMrs. Boczulak Educational AssistantMrs. Chaban Educational AssistantMrs. Wendz CaretakerMrs. Carrier CaretakerMr. Graham CaretakerMr. Leibel Career CoachMs. German Speech-Language PathologistMrs. Beaudoin Occupational TherapistMr. Proznik Student CounselorMs. Menzie Band

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Day and Bell ScheduleKindergarten-Grade 6

Period 1

8:55 - 9:55

Period 2

9:55 - 10:55

Recess 10:55-11:13 Playground area #1 - K & 1 cohorts 10:55-11:05Playground area #2 - 2/3 cohort 11:00-11:10Playground area #3 - 4/5 & 6 cohorts 11:03-11:13

Period 3

11:13 - 12:13

Lunch 12:13 - 12:43 All students eat in classrooms.Playground area #1 - K & 1 cohorts 12:30-12:43Playground area #2 - 2/3 cohort 12:27-12:38Playground area #3 - 4/5 & 6 cohorts 12:24-12:35

Period 4

12:43 - 1:56 DEAR time 12:43-12:56 (in classrooms)

Period 5

1:56 - 2:56

Grades 7-12 Period 1 8:55 - 10:01 No breaks (one-hour class)

Period 2 10:01 - 11:07 -Gr 7 & 8 break (2 cohorts in separate areas) 11:00-11:03-Grade 9 & 10 break (2 cohorts in separate areas) 11:03-11:06-Grade 11/12 (one cohort) 11:06-11:09Period 3 11:07 - 12:13

Lunch 12:13 - 12:43 All students eat in classrooms

Period 4 12:43 - 1:49 -Gr 7 & 8 break (2 cohorts in separate areas) 1:45-1:48-Grade 9 & 10 break (2 cohorts in separate areas) 1:48-1:51-Grade 11/12 (one cohort) 1:51-1:54Period 5 1:49-2:56

National Anthem will be played at 8:55 am.

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Code of Conduct A safe and inviting climate is important to us at Ituna School. We believe that everyone has a right to feel safe and comfortable working and interacting in this environment. To nurture this climate, everyone in the school environment can and must make a difference in the overall life of everyone who attends and works at our school. This belief includes being safe from aggressive behaviours such as bullying, threats, physical abuse and harassment.

As much as possible, we believe that: Discipline needs to be a process of instruction that teaches the attitude, knowledge, and

skills necessary for individuals to develop self-control; Consequences need to be related to expected behaviours, be logical and natural in

nature; Classroom rules and consequences may be unique for every class, but consistent with

expected behavior for the whole school; The development of self-discipline and responsible behaviour is our desired goal.

As a whole school, staff have the following expectations: Observe standards of cleanliness, tidiness, and deportment Show courtesy and consideration for others’:

o Personal spaceo Propertyo Feelings

Attend school regularly and arrive on time for class Have supplies ready for learning Be diligent in their studies Meet expectations of the classroom and school

Disciplinary ProceduresStudents are reminded that they are responsible to the principal from the time they leave for school to the time they get home from school, and are responsible to any staff member at anytime anywhere on the school premises. Inappropriate behaviour can result in a wide range of consequences that may be applied, depending on the severity of the incident and the frequency of the behaviour. Effective discipline also hinges on the cooperative efforts between home and school. We try to involve parents as early as possible without calling home every time a student misbehaves.

Ituna School is using a three-level approach to discipline.

Level 1 Level 1 behaviours include:

o Non-directed swearingo Using mean or hurtful words towards others

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o Inappropriate phone useo Non-compliance/defiance

Level 1 disciplineo Student will be given up to 3 verbal warnings to correct the behaviour.o After verbal warnings, staff will fill out a behaviour slip.o After 5 behaviour slips in one month, a team meeting will take place to develop a

behaviour plan. The team will consist of the principal, classroom teacher, student, and learning resource teacher.

o If the student is still struggling with the behaviour after a plan has been implemented, a parent meeting will take place to further discuss options.

Level 2 Level 2 behaviours include:

o Unexcused absenceso Directed swearingo Leaving school property without permission

Town students going home for lunch are not included in this Level 2 discipline

o Behaviour will be noted on a behaviour slip.o After 3 slips or more in a month, a team meeting will take place to develop a

behaviour plan. The team will consist of the principal, classroom teacher, student, parent and learning resource teacher.

o If the student is still struggling with the behaviour after a plan has been implemented, another team meeting will take place to further discuss options.

Level 3 Level 3 behaviours include:

o Possession of alcohol/tobacco/vaping products/being under the influence of these substances

o Possession of drugs/being under the influence of drugso Trafficking drugs or alcoholo Assault or serious aggressive behaviouro Possession or use of a weapono Abuse of school authorityo Gross misconduct as deemed by the principal

Level 3 disciplineo Zero tolerance for these level behaviours.o Parent will be contacted. Team meeting will take place to discuss consequences.

The team will consist of the principal, classroom teacher, student, parent, learning resource teacher, and possibly division office staff.

o Division procedures will be followed, including VTRA policies. Division office will be contacted.

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o Student will be subject to an out-of-school suspension with the possibility of other consequences being applied for permission is granted to return to school.

Academic Integrity PolicyThe Horizon School Division believes that assessment must be fair, transparent, curriculum based and accountable. To meet these objectives, Ituna School has created the following policy that will direct our assessment practices at school.

Definitions: Plagiarism - the unacknowledged use of someone else’s words, ideas or creations as

one’s own whether deliberate or accidental. This includes copying a passage word for word from a source and not citing the source, copying and pasting from the internet and not documenting sources.

Academic Integrity – evidence of taking responsibility for one’s own learning through the demonstration of honesty, trust and respect.

Cheating – presenting as your own the work of another. Examples of cheating may include any of the following:

o Copying answers during an exam or using “cheat sheets” to complete an exam.o Using programmed technology to complete an exam or assignment unless

permitted by the teacher.o File sharing or copying files from another student.o Copying assignments from another studento Buying papers from the internet or resubmitting previously graded work.

Duties of students: Students are expected to take responsibility for all assigned work. Plagiarism or cheating on any assignments or tests in any way is unacceptable. Students must complete mandatory assignments.

Duties of Teachers: Teachers will clearly identify assignments that are mandatory. Teachers will clearly outline at the start of the school year or semester the penalty for

late assignments and timelines for any loss of marks. Teachers will clearly outline at the start of the school year the consequences for

cheating. Teachers will adapt or modify assessment instruments based on the identified needs of

students. Marks received from adapted or modified assignments will be clearly indicated on report cards.

Teachers will give timely feedback on assessment instruments and regularly update marks on Maplewood ConnectEd.

Duties of Administration:

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Clearly articulate school policy to teachers and the parent community through school handbook and the school’s website.

Administer mark reporting for students with “incomplete” or “no credit standing” status.

Enforce consequences of the academic integrity policy and provide support for remediation if necessary.

Consequences and remediation: Assignments deemed by the teacher to be plagiarized to a significant degree will be

redone for a maximum 50% of the final mark during an agreed on after school session with the teacher.

Assignments or tests that were completed through cheating will be redone for partial or no marks as laid out by the teacher.

Assignments will be expected to be submitted to the teacher on or before the due date. Arrangements for extensions may be made with the teacher. Students unable to hand in an assignment due to excusable absences will hand the assignment in for full marks upon return to school.

Late assignments may be docked marks on a daily basis up to and eventually including the full value of the assignment as set out by the classroom teacher. Late assignments or assessments that are a result of inexcusable absences may be docked marks as laid out by the teacher.

Students may receive an “incomplete” or “no credit standing” in the class until the assignments are completed.

Tests missed due to excusable absences will be written upon return to school. Special arrangements may be made with the teacher.

In the case of a dispute over graded assessments, students and/or their parents can appeal to the teacher first, and then follow up with the principal if necessary

AttendanceStudent’s RoleRegular attendance and punctuality are an essential part of every student’s obligation and commitment to be successful in school, “pupils shall attend regularly and punctually” (SEC.150 (3)(a) Education Act). As it is our desire to see all students succeed, all students are expected to attend all classes each and every day. Regular attendance and promptness are necessary for the continuity of instruction and for the effectiveness of continuous evaluation. Students are also to “be diligent in his or her studies” (SEC.150(3)(d) Education Act) and are responsible for all work that is missed.

Parent’s Role“Every parent, guardian, or other person having charge of a pupil who is of compulsory school age shall take the steps that are necessary to ensure regular attendance of that pupil. Every pupil shall attend school regularly and shall promptly provide the principal such information as may be required… with respect to any absences from school.” (SEC.156 Education Act)

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It is understood that an absence from school may be necessary from time to time. However, when a parent gives permission for an absence for sickness or any other circumstances which the family considers to be sufficient, the parent also assumes responsibility for results of absences, such as lower or failing grades, or a much-increased homework load, action by the staff.

School’s RoleWe believe it is the school’s responsibility to work with each student and his/her family to ensure that the student receives the best education possible, and we understand that positive attendance habits allow us to ensure the success of the student. Therefore, in instances where attendance has been identified as a problem we will attempt to improve the student’s attendance with the following possible interventions: teacher phone calls home, letters sent home, HIP program, attendance contracts, counselor interventions, and in-school suspensions.

Unavoidable Absence Reasons: illness medical treatment court compassionate school sponsored or extra-curricular activities bus delays or cancellations harvest

If your child is absent, please do the following: Parents are asked to telephone the school office each time a student is absent, in

advance if possible. If a student is absent in K - 12 and no contact is made by the parents (guardians), attempts will be made to contact the parents. Students have 5 school days from the date of the absence to have them excused. A student who is eighteen years old before the start of the semester may excuse their own absences. Skipping class is defined as leaving the school during school hours for no excusable reason.

o School authorized activities shall be recorded as excused absences from class.o Students must sign out at the school office if leaving school during the day and

must sign into the office if returning to school during school hours.

Due to Covid-19 procedures, if a student is absent and the parent has not contacted the school, we will contact the parent/guardian immediately to ensure safety of the student.

LatesStudents are expected to be punctual for class at all times. Consequences for late behaviours include but are not limited to:

Buzz office (using intercom at main door). Mrs. Kutas will let the student in and note the time of arrival.

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After 3 lates in a week, a phone call home will be made by the student’s teacher out of concern for the student’s success.

If 4 or more phone calls are made in a month, the principal will arrange a parent support meeting with Student Services.

Students who are late for more than half of the class are considered absent. It will be documented as unexcused unless parent contact is made with the school.

Dress CodeStudents in grades K-12 are required to dress in a neat, classy, professional, and clean fashion. Any clothing with inappropriate language or pictures, or exposes undergarments are not allowed. Students will be warned once of offending clothing, asked to cover appropriately, and may be sent home if non-compliance continues. Parents may be asked to pick up confiscated clothing articles. Appropriate headwear will only be allowed in the classroom at the teacher’s discretion.

Masks are mandatory in grades 4-12 when physical distancing of 2 metres is unable to be achieved. Masks are also required in all common areas of the school, including the hallways and bathrooms. Any student refusing to wear a mask will be sent home (unless they have medical documentation).

FeesStudents are charged fees for various reasons:

Kindergarten students’ fees are $15 to cover the cost of their school supplies; Grades 1-6 students’ fees are $30 to cover the cost of their school supplies; Students taking PAA classes may be assessed a fee to cover certain costs of the

program, as outlined by the PAA teacher.

General AssembliesA general assembly is called the first day of school to discuss new procedures for the year. Other general assemblies may be held throughout the year. General assemblies are held to develop communication between the school and the students and present information pertinent to the education of the children.

Our first day of school assembly will take place virtually this year, so COVID-19 procedures can be followed.

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School SuppliesA list of school supplies is supplied to all students at the end of the academic year and are posted on our website. Please ensure that students have all their supplies for the whole year unless alternate requests have been made by the classroom teacher. Labelling of supplies including clothing is advisable.

School OpeningDue to supervision implications, school doors do not open for students until 8:40 a.m. Teachers and teacher assistants are assigned supervision at this time. Please do not send your children to school earlier than this as they will be unsupervised (including the playground). Throughout the school day, the doors will remain locked at all times. Parents and visitors will be restricted from entering the building, unless there is an emergency or prior approval.

FootwearAll children must have a clean pair of non-marking runners for gym or inside use.

Telephone CallsNo phone calls will be made from the office. Phone calls home by a student will be done in the student’s homeroom classroom with a teacher. Students will not be called out of class for a telephone call unless it is of an emergency nature. Appropriate cell phone usage only allowed at school. Cell phones will be confiscated if used inappropriately.

Textbooks/School-Loaned BooksEach issued textbook or loaned article is marked with a barcode, the date when issued and the condition noted. A record of the student’s loans and conditions are taken by the classroom teacher and retained in the library. The student receives the loaned article through the library at the beginning of each semester and returns it to the library at semester end.

If a textbook or loaned article is lost or destroyed, replacement cost must be paid before another article is issued. If the article is found, money paid in restitution will be reimbursed. Courses are considered to be complete and final marks will be issued when all textbooks and loaned articles have been returned at the end of a school term or the replacement cost of the textbook or article has been submitted to the office.

AccidentsAll accidents that occur on school premises are reported promptly to the office. The time, place, and circumstances are noted. Parents will be notified of accidents that are of a serious nature and insurance forms are filled out if necessary and kept on file in the office.

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Lock Down, Fire Drills & Bus Evacuations Exit routes shall be posted in the classroom. Students shall be aware that they are to meet as a class at a designated place outside

the school. When leaving the classroom:

o Students shall leave the classroom single file and go out of the school by the specified door or nearest exit.

o Students arriving at the exit doors first shall keep them open until everyone has left the school.

o Home room teachers shall take roll call of his/her class and report any absentees to the secretary who will be at the back of the school building.

o Students shall not return to their classrooms until the signal bell has been sounded.

o One bus evacuation will be practised by all students in the fall, in case of emergency evacuation on normal bus routes or extra-curricular activities.

In the event of a lock down, parents are asked not to contact children, and not to attend the school as the sounds of phones can be a distraction, and as the doors to the school will be locked. Important information will be relayed to parents as soon as it is available.

Parent Teacher InterviewsThe purpose of interviews is to inform parents or guardians about the progress of their children for the benefit of the student. Two sets of evening interviews will be held – one earlier in the semester and one later. Parents will be advised as to which set of interviews teachers would like them to attend. Interviews may be used to:

Advise the parents of the child’s attitude and work habits in school. Discuss with the parent some possible solutions to problems. Establish communication between the home and school. Review portfolios and student work. Discuss academic progress.

Parent teacher interviews will happen throughout the school year. Grades K-6 interviews will be November 25 & 26, and March 24 & 25. Grades 7-12 interviews will be November 25 & 26, and April 21 & 22.

Visitors in the SchoolVisitors are currently not allowed in the school due to COVID-19 regulations.

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Weather Policy (Grades K-6)Students are expected to go outside during breaks unless the windchill is -30° C or below. If it is too cold outside, students will stay in their classroom for recess. Please make sure that children are dressed appropriately for the weather when sending them to school.

Lunch TimeAll students are expected to eat in their classrooms. Eating in the hallways is not allowed. Kindergarten – grade 9 students who normally eat at school, need to have their parents notify the office if they wish to leave the school during lunch time.

Due to the COVID-19 regulations, microwaves are no longer available for student use. Students must be able to open any containers in their lunches, as staff will be unable to help open them. Students must take home their recycling and containers.

School StoreThe school store will continue to be open during lunch time. However, it will be on carts brought to each classroom for students to purchase.

Cell phonesCell phones are not allowed in the classroom unless being utilized for educational purposes. Cell phones will be confiscated by teachers for the day if seen in the classroom and if caught again, a parent or guardian will have to pick up the phone.

High School Non-Scheduled PeriodsGrade 10 to 12 students may leave the school during a non-scheduled period. Students will work in the library. All students must sign out if they are leaving school property for the duration of the day. Anyone arriving at school during the normal part of the school day must sign in. This is done at the main doors to ensure accurate attendance records in the event of an emergency.

Student Lounge*Due to COVID-19, the student lounge is closed until further notice. *

Grade 7-12 students may use the lounge as a quiet study period during spares or breaks. Students are responsible to keep it clean and presentable and will be expected to take their turn in cleaning up the lounge. The lounge is part of the school and access to the student lounge is a privilege, not a right, and is dependent upon mature and appropriate behaviour. Behaviour in the lounge will not be allowed to disrupt classroom sessions. The privilege to use

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the lounge or the television may be suspended if responsible use is not shown. The volume on the television must not go above one-half during class time. Damaged furniture will be removed and will not be replaced.

Out-of-Bounds AreasThere are a number of areas which are out of bounds for the students because of safety concerns or the private nature of these areas. These include:

IA room without a teacher Science Lab without a teacher Care-taker’s room Principal’s/Vice-Principal’s office Librarian’s office Gym and gym storage room without a teacher SRC store without a teacher Computer Lab without a teacher Band/Fitness room without a teacher

ParkingStudents who bring a vehicle to school may park on the street across from the school or in the designated student parking lot. At no time is a student allowed to park in the staff/visitor area, behind the school buses or on the grass areas of the school grounds. The west side of the school is closed to all non-school bus traffic during school hours.

Lockers/LocksThe lockers in Ituna School are school property on loan for student use. They will be treated with respect and may be inspected at any time. Abuse of a locker will not be tolerated. Lockers will be assigned by the home room teacher. Items left in the hallway may be confiscated.

Students are encouraged to put a school combination lock on their lockers to discourage theft. Items left in unlocked lockers or other places of the school are left at their owner’s risk. School locks will be available from the office for a $5 deposit which will be given back at the end of the school year. Locks that are not issued by the school will be removed immediately.

Extra-Curricular Activities*Due to COVID-19, all extra-curricular activities are on hold. *

All students are strongly encouraged to participate in one or more forms of extra-curricular activities. Ituna School’s extra-curricular program is guided by our extra-curricular vision. In addition to a number of athletic and non-athletic school activities.

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It is our philosophy as coaches that we would like to have our teams travel together as a group in order to develop team spirit, collaboration, culture and the list goes on but most importantly is the safety aspect of having everyone in one vehicle versus many. However, we also understand that in cases an individual may want to travel with a parent or students may drive themselves to events with signed permission from their parents, but cannot drive any other students. If this is the case, written/verbal notification must be given at least 24 hours before the event to the coach or the principal. This requirement is necessary for the safety of our students, your children, so that we know where everyone is at all times and with who.

Our Extra-Curricular VisionThe following principles guide extra-curricular programming at Ituna School so we can run quality programs at our school.

A program will be developed that involves the commitment of time and energy from both coaches and athletes.

A quality program will be measured by its pursuit of excellence and the desire of all participants to improve.

The program will be a source of pride in our school for students, teachers, coaches and the community.

Students participating in extra-curricular programs must maintain a 50% standing in their current term mark and cooperate in class and the school.

Program outcomes will include skill development, team/group spirit and enjoyment for all

participants. A program cannot be offered without the leadership of an individual with the time, skills

and commitment necessary to run a quality program.

Programs that cannot meet these criteria will not be offered at school.

Division IV Credit RequirementsThe Ituna School Community Council policy states that students in grade ten are required to take ten credit hours of instruction per year. A student in grade eleven is required to take a minimum of nine credit hours of instruction per year, with at least four credit hours in each semester. A student in grade twelve is required to take a minimum of eight credit hours of instruction per year. Special arrangements may be made with the principal.

Graduation RequirementsA minimum of 24 credits is required to graduate, 5 of which must be at the grade 12 level. Courses can be regular (10,20, 30), or modified (11,21,31). In order to participate in Graduation Ceremonies, students in Grade 12 must be in the process of completing at least

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24 credits in semester 2. Students taking correspondence classes to complete their 24 credits must be able to finish their courses by the end of the school year to participate in graduation.

Required Courses of Study Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12English 10A/11 English 20/21 English 30A/31English 10B/11 Math-Foundations/Pre-

Calculus or Workplace & Apprenticeship 20

English 30B/31

Science 10/11 History 30/31Math-Foundations 10Math-Workplace & Apprenticeship 10Native Studies 10

In addition to the above required course of study, credits are required in the following areas:

One additional Science credit at the 20 or 30 level:

One additional Social Science credit at the 20 or 30 level:

One Health/Physical Education credit:

Physical Science 20 History 20 Wellness 10Health Science 20 Psychology 30 Physical Education 20Environmental Science 20 Law 30 Physical Education 30Physics 30Biology 30Chemistry 30

Students need to be sure to check post-secondary programs for grade 12 course entrance requirements for programs they wish to pursue after grade 12. Many high school courses have prerequisite courses, so advanced planning in grade 10 is essential so the proper courses are completed in grade 12. See your career coach or school principal for answers to many questions.

SRC ExpectationsAll students interested in holding any position on the Student Representative Council must meet and maintain the following expectations: Student representatives will:

Maintain an appropriate level of academic standing in school subjects. Demonstrate and display a respectful attitude towards staff and students. This requires

a mature level of behaviour in the classroom, the school in general and at any school related function.

Regularly attend all academic classes, intramural activities and SRC functions. Executive members are expected to participate fully in the business of meetings and work to involve all room representatives and house leaders in SRC business and responsibilities.

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Be a positive role model to all students in the school, and demonstrate clear leadership of the student body.

Staff advisors will mentor student representatives in developing leadership qualities and will supervise any activities the SRC organizes. Students are expected to work with advisors to develop their leadership skills. Failure to meet expectations may result in suspension or removal from the SRC.

The SRC is made up of the following positions. They are either elected or filled through an application process. SRC meetings are open to any students, but only the members who are elected or have applied for positions have voting privileges.

President Elected from grades 10 - 12Vice-President Elected from grades 10 - 12Secretary Application from grades 10 - 12Social/Publicity Application from grades 10 - 12Room Reps Application from specific gradeAthletic Director(s) Application from grades 7 - 12

Final ExamsAll classes will have a final test or final project. Comprehensive exams will be written in ELA, Math, Science and Social Studies/History. Other subject teachers may require students to write a comprehensive exam. Teachers will determine weightings for non-comprehensive final tests or projects. Weightings for comprehensive final exams will be the following:

Grade 9 – 20% Grade 10 – 25% Grade 11 – 30% Grade 12 – 30% Departmentals – 40% or as stated by Sask Learning

Grade 7-12 AwardsAcademic Awards Students must be taking a minimum of 8 credits to be eligible for academic awards. All courses are used to calculate averages. Distance education course marks can apply toward academic awards.

Honor Roll Minimum 80% average All required assignments complete

Distinction Minimum 90% average All required assignments complete

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General Proficiency Students must be taking a minimum of 8 credits to be eligible for this award. All courses are used to calculate averages. Distance education course marks can apply toward academic awards.

85% average Involved in 1 athletic and 1 non-athletic extra-curricular school affiliated activities Must have good behaviour and no suspensions

Other Awards Drama Award Mike Peesker History Award History Award McInnes Math Award Yearbook Award Chorney Communication Award President’s Shield Flinta Kozy Leadership Award Horizon Student Achievement Award Harry Holowatiuk Math/Science Award School Spirit Awards: K- 6/Gr. 7-12 Volunteer Award Grade Highest Proficiency Awards Jr. and Sr. Athlete of the Year Yearbook Award Band Awards (Gr. 5-12) Most Passionate Music Student

Internet & Computer UseThe internet offers vast, diverse and unique resources to students, teachers and parents. Our goal is to provide educational experiences by facilitating sharing, innovation and communication.

With access to computers and people all over the world also comes the availability of material that may not be considered of educational value in the context of a school setting. On a global network, it is impossible to restrict access to all controversial materials. We at Ituna School believe that the valuable information and interaction available on this worldwide web far outweighs the possibility that users may accidentally procure material that is inconsistent with the educational goals of the school. The following rules for computer use are a part of the Horizon School Division’s wider Computer Use Policy. Wilful violations of acceptable use policy may result in suspension of the privilege to use this educational tool.

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1. Computer users understand that the internet is for academic purposes only. They are not to visit or download material from any site that is pornographic or inappropriate in any way. If a site is accidentally loaded, users will immediately remove themselves from the site.

2. Students are not to be using high band width music or video sites for anything other than educational purposes.

3. Computer users will not waste or take supplies such as paper or CD’s from the computer areas.

4. Computer users will not destroy, vandalize or deliberately alter equipment or data. This includes any attempt to take, harm, or destroy hardware or data of another user or of any other networks connected to Ituna’s system by computer viruses or other means.

5. Computer users will respect the privacy of others’ data. 6. Computer users will not download files, games or programs that are not for educational

purposes. Students are not allowed to use internet gaming sites while at school.

Students are welcome to bring their own device. For more information, please see “Bring Your Own Device” under Resources at horizonsd.ca.

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