101 Dean Park Rd Toronto ON M1B 2X2

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1 St. Jean de Brebeuf Catholic School Cupello, Laura Barbara McMorrow Tobias Enverga 101 Dean Park Rd Toronto ON M1B 2X2 259

2 Administrative Rep Cupello, Laura Parent Rep Furtado, Alda Teacher Rep Brault, Jennifer Student Rep D'Souza Butts, Sierra Teacher Rep Manzo, Joseph Student Rep Valentino, Kyle Teacher Rep Valdez, Rosalyn Community Rep Trentadue, Lou Page 2 of 10 Printed: :18

3 1. Bullying Awareness, Intervention and Prevention Plan Providing students with an opportunity to learn and develop in a safe and respectful society is a key goal of the TCDSB. Providing students with an opportunity to learn and develop in a safe and respectful environment supports academic achievement for all students, which in turn, helps them to reach their full potential. Research and experience show that bullying is a serious issue that has far-reaching consequences for individuals, their families and peers and the entire school community. Schools that have bullying intervention and prevention strategies foster a positive learning and teaching environment that supports academic achievement for all students and that helps students reach their full potential. PPM 144 School Vision To ensure all students are respected, valued and accepted in a safe and inclusive environment. Goal #1 To promote an environment that is inclusive, safe and welcoming for all students, staff and community members of St. Jean de Brebeuf. Initiatives/Strategies/Practices Peer mediators to solve recess issues at a student level Activity clubs to interest students (get students involved in school life) PALS for Junior leaders to involve primary students in recess games Staff to be in-service on Mediation Circles so issues can be resolved using Restorative Practice Initiatives. Providing safe ways for students to report concerns (talking to a caring staff member, social work support, CYW support, guidance councillor, reporting box in office, help lines) Progressive Discipline Approach/Hands off Policy Ensure doors are locked and all staff are provided with a security swipe card and parents are using school monitor to enter the school and report to the office for visitor pass. Install security gates and fences in the school yard to ensure the safety of the students Uniform school so students are easily identified Attend Bully Symposium with staff, student representatives and a parent (raise awareness and collect preventative measures Door monitors (students to ensure students are entering and exiting the school safely during recess) Police Presentations (building relationships and learning preventative measures) Internet Safety presentations to parents, staff and students Police checks for volunteers To continue to ensure the safety of students during drop off and pick up through the use of the safe arrival and pick up program. Page 3 of 10 Printed: :18

4 Responsibility Principal Custodian Staff Students CSAC Parents School Board Personnel (Facilities Department) Resources The following resources will be utilized to support these initiatives/strategies/practices: Peer Mediators: conflict resolution skills and tracking templates used to communicate student needs and teacher follow up Activity Clubs: staff to run programs, student volunteers and participants, funds to assist the clubs development and sustainability PALS: Ultimate Playground and DPA Activity Bins per class, student training Entrance: registered door security cards for staff, sign in book and visitor passes Uniforms for students Measurement of Progress The following metrics will be used to measure progress in achieving the Goal: All visitors are identified in school Preventative measures will result in less reported conflicts from the school yard Students, staff and parents feel happy about coming to school More student concerns reported and addressed before they escalate/more preventative measures implemented to respond to needs of school More parents, staff and students discussing school safety More staff completing progressive discipline reports and students receiving mediation Page 4 of 10 Printed: :18

5 2. Progressive Discipline Plan Progressive discipline is a whole-school approach that utilizes a continuum of interventions, supports, and consequences to address inappropriate student behaviour and to build upon strategies that promote positive student behaviours. When inappropriate behaviour occurs, disciplinary measures should be applied within a framework that shifts the focus from one that is solely punitive to one that is both corrective and supportive. Schools should utilize a range of interventions, supports and consequences that include learning opportunities focused on reinforcing positive behaviour and helping students make good choices. PPM 145 School Vision To promote positive student behaviour resulting in students who consistently make good choices. Goal #1 To reduce discipline issues by actively engaging students in a variety of activities, sports, committees and clubs and providing opportunities for mediation. Initiatives/Strategies/Practices Peer mediators (Junior/Intermediate students) to assist teachers in solving recess issues at a student level. Activity clubs to interest students at a variety of levels. PALS for Junior leaders to involve primary students in recess games Staff to be in-serviced on Mediation Circles and strategies so issues can be resolved using Restorative Practice Initiatives. To ensure that staff are able to use the progressive discipline program to report concerns and student behaviour To ensure that students receive the support they require at the school level and board level Responsibility Principal Staff Students CSAC Parents (report concerns) Community members Church Local Police Department Resources The following resources will be utilized to support these initiatives/strategies/practices: Conflict resolution tracking sheets Progressive Discipline Model/ Hands off Policy Board personnel: CYW, Social Worker, Guidance Councilor, Safe School Department Peer Mediation and Door Monitor Schedules Page 5 of 10 Printed: :18

6 Measurement of Progress The following metrics will be used to measure progress in achieving the Goal: Less behavioural concerns reported by staff and students or witnessed More support provided to victim, perpetrator and bystanders More students involved in committees, clubs, sports and activities Increased number of students reporting concerning behaviours whereby staff are able to respond (preventative measures) Mediation strategies are used to resolve issues/concerns when they arise Page 6 of 10 Printed: :18

7 3. Promoting Positive School Culture A school should be a place that promotes responsibility, respect, civility and academic excellence in a safe learning and teaching environment. A positive school climate exists when all members of the school community feel safe, comfortable and accepted. The Safe School Action Team and student leadership groups can play key roles in supporting learning and practices that educate students and staff members about safety concerns. Those practices used for very challenging situations that can jeopardize the safety and well being of others include, but not limited to: Threat Assessment, Restorative Conference and Mediation Circles. School Vision To promote a safe learning and teaching climate where students and staff are valued and are contributing members of the school organization. Goal #1 To increase leadership opportunities for staff and students to promote awareness and to promote a healthy active school. Initiatives/Strategies/Practices Students will have the opportunities to engage in such leadership programs as: ECLIT, Camp Olympia,7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens training, Justice League, Student Council The school will participate in the process of Eco School Certification by reducing, reusing and recycling to aim toward being Eco certified Daily physical activity (DPA) will be in place on a regular basis Students will be engaged in sporting activities at various levels (competitive and house league) Eating healthy and being active initiatives will be promoted throughout the year To implement mediation circles consisting of staff and students To engage the student council in planning of additional clubs To engage the CSAC to get involved in school day activities and after school activities To provide fund raising opportunities to assist those in need To celebrate successes and displays of the Monthly virtues and Random Acts of Kindness Responsibility Principal Staff Students CSAC School Board Personnel Public Nurse Local Police Department Page 7 of 10 Printed: :18

8 Resources Stephen Covey Book 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens Eco School Certification Binder Daily Physical Activity Guidelines (OPHEA) Canada's Food Guide Restorative Practice Training The following resources will be utilized to support these initiatives/strategies/practices: Measurement of Progress The following metrics will be used to measure progress in achieving the Goal: Students are engaged in creating positive change in the school and community Teachers are promoting leadership initiatives Students will be active in their daily routines Healthy and ECO friendly snacks will be present in student's lunches Staff and students will be more engaged in school culture Page 8 of 10 Printed: :18

9 4. Emergency Response Plan The Toronto Catholic District School Board has a primary responsibility to ensure the safety of students and staff inside Board buildings and on Board property. Central policies and procedures, developed in collaboration with the Toronto Police Service, provide direct support to school administrators in the management of crisis situations, including a lockdown response. It is the responsibility of each school to develop local procedures specific to that school, including a process by which all regular staff members, itinerant and specialist teachers and support staff, facility workers and visitors are informed of local considerations in the event of a threat to school safety. MOE Provincial Model for a Local Police/School Board Protocol School Vision All students, staff members and visitors will become knowledgeable about emergency procedures for threats to the safety and well-being of all persons at school, and will be able to appropriately respond according to the guidelines established by TCDSB. Goal #1 To plan, practice and evaluate a minimum of 2 Lockdown Drills in this school year; one drill per term. Initiatives/Strategies/Practices Class lists are placed on doors for fire drills and evacuation purposes Regular review of fire drill and lockdown procedures for students and parent community will take place Emergency response cards are visible in classes Teacher delegates are in place when required Emergency Binder for evacuations is available Contact Information for students is regularly updated Threat Assessment Training for staff Responsibility Principal Caretaker Staff Students Community members Neighbouring schools Parents and CSAC Visitors Page 9 of 10 Printed: :18

10 Resources Threat Assessment Binder Fire Drill Binder Evacuation Binder Emergency Response cards Fire Route Exits Class Lists The following resources will be utilized to support these initiatives/strategies/practices: Measurement of Progress Quick response time by staff and students for evacuating the building Class lists and emergency response cards posted Evacuation Procedures Followed Emergency response actions are taken during drills Reporting of incidents in a timely manner The following metrics will be used to measure progress in achieving the Goal: Page 10 of 10 Printed: :18