St. Jean de Brebeuf Catholic School. Cupello, Laura Catholic Education Centre SUPERINTENDENT:

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1 Safe Schools Plan Angela Gauthier Director of Education Angela Kennedy Chair of the Board Rory McGuckin Associate Director, Academic Services Vincent Burzotta Superintendent of Learning, Student Achievement & Well-bing Safe Schools, SSI, Alternative, Continuing & International Education SCHOOL NAME St. Jean de Brebeuf Catholic School PRINCIPAL: Cupello, Laura Catholic Education Centre SUPERINTENDENT: Shawna Campbell TRUSTEE: Garry Tanuan 80 Sheppard Avenue East Toronto ON M2N 6E8 SCHOOL ADDRESS: 101 Dean Park Rd Toronto ON M1B 2X2 STUDENT ENROLMENT: 223

2 OUR MISSION The Toronto Catholic District School Board is an inclusive learning community rooted in the love of Christ. We educate students to grow in grace and knowledge and to lead lives of faith, hope and charity. OUR VISION At Toronto Catholic we transform the world through witness, faith, innovation and action. We believe in the worth and dignity of every person and that people thrive in a safe, healthy and compassionate environment. We strive to foster student achievement and well-being by providing all students with safe, healthy learning environment. One of the ways we can achieve this goal is by using a whole-school approach to develop and nurture a positive school climate. The Safe Schools Action Team will consist of a variety of stakeholders in each school community responsible for advising the principal about school safety. The team will collaborate with the principal to create the local. SAFE AND ACCEPTING SCHOOLS TEAM Administrative Rep Cupello, Laura Teacher Rep Wyatt, Melanie Teacher Rep McLachlan, Jenny Parent Rep Manbodh, Gwen Teacher Rep Torcivia, Romina Student Rep Lat, Dominique Teacher Rep Wright, Jason SAFE SCHOOL PLAN All schools are required to develop and implement school-wide plans to help create a safe, caring and inclusive learning environment. Each Safe School Plan will consist of the following components: 1. Bullying Awareness, Intervention and Prevention 2. Progressive Discipline 3. Promoting a Positive School Climate 4. Emergency Response Plan In order for all students, staff members and parents/visitors in the school facility to be prepared to respond to a serious threat, the response procedures must be practiced. The Toronto Police/School Board Protocol, 2011 requires a minimum of 2 Lockdown Drills every school year. Please see below for the scheduled drills: LOCKDOWN DRILLS Page 2 of 14 Printed: :15

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 increase student, staff and parent awareness around Bullying and to implement activities and learning around Anti-Bullying. Initiatives/Strategies/Practices Building Assets through the Assets mentorship program using intermediate students as mentors for junior students. Internet Safety Training Activity clubs to interest students (get students involved in school life) PALS for Junior leaders to involve primary students in recess games Licensed to Learn Mentor and Mentee program Providing safe ways for students to report concerns (talking to a caring staff member, social work support, guidance councilor, student council) Peer Mediators in the school to assist with conflict resolution Progressive Discipline Approach/Hands off Policy Student Council to raise awareness about using student voice to express any concerns (announcements and assemblies) 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. Uniform school so students are easily identified Attend Anti-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 Staff to be in-serviced on Mediation Circles and strategies so issues can be resolved using Restorative Practice Initiatives. Responsibility Custodian Staff Students Parents School Board Personnel (Facilities Department) Student CYW Page 3 of 14 Printed: :15

4 Resources The following resources will be utilized to support these initiatives/strategies/practices: Asset Mentors: Material provided from the Search Institute 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 Licensed to Learn: Mentors Uniforms for students Guidance councilor Student CYW Measurement of Progress The following metrics will be used to measure progress in achieving the Goal: 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 Assets Mentorship program will use the DAP survey completed in June 2015 to measure progress Page 4 of 14 Printed: :15

5 School Vision To ensure all students are respected, valued and accepted in a safe and inclusive environment. Goal #2 To implement activities and resources into the school culture so that all students feel safe and can identify a caring person in the school that they can share their thoughts and feelings. Initiatives/Strategies/Practices - CYW student support - individually and group sessions - PALS - Outdoor games led by Junior students for primary students that teach inclusion and acceptance - Assets - Mentorship program that is led by the intermediate students for the Junior students - Rosary Day: we gather as a school community to pray the rosary (Faith Group). - Leadership opportunities for intermediate students through student council, ECSLIT, ilite and Camp O. - Classroom lessons that teach strategies. Responsibility Custodian Staff Students CSAC Parents School Board Personnel (Facilities Department) Resources The following resources will be utilized to support these initiatives/strategies/practices: Asset Mentors: Material provided from the Search Institute PALS: Ultimate Playground and DPA Activity Bins per class, student training provided by Toronto Public Health SNAP program taught by the CYWs Classroom materials and resources Measurement of Progress The following metrics will be used to measure progress in achieving the Goal: Assets Mentorship program will use the DAP survey completed in June to measure progress compared to DAP survey in October PALS program will be measured through an informal survey sent to students and will be compared to data taken from survey last year. Feedback from teachers and staff on the success of bullying prevention measures. 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 Page 5 of 14 Printed: :15

6 School Vision To ensure all students are respected, valued and accepted in a safe and inclusive environment. Goal #3 To make visible to students the strategies, resources and caring adults available to them when needed. Initiatives/Strategies/Practices - CYW student support - individually and group sessions - PALS - Outdoor games led by Junior students for primary students that teach inclusion and acceptance - Assets - Mentorship program that is led by the intermediate students for the Junior students - Leadership opportunities for intermediate students through student council, ECSLIT, ilite and Camp O. - Teachers will report possible problems to CYW or before they become larger issues. - 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 - Staff to be in-serviced on Mediation Circles and strategies so issues can be resolved using Restorative Practice Initiatives. Responsibility Custodian Staff Students CSAC Parents Student CYW Resources The following resources will be utilized to support these initiatives/strategies/practices: Asset Mentors: Material provided from the Search Institute PALS: Ultimate Playground and DPA Activity Bins per class, student training provided by Toronto Public Health Classroom materials and resources Measurement of Progress The following metrics will be used to measure progress in achieving the Goal: Asset Mentorship program will use the DAP survey to measure progress compared to DAP survey in October Feedback from teachers and staff on the success of bullying prevention measures. Less reports of bullying reported in Progressive discipline. 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 Page 6 of 14 Printed: :15

7 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 Activity clubs to interest students at a variety of levels. Building Assets through the Assets mentorship program using intermediate students as mentors for junior students. 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 behavior Rosary Day: we gather as a community to pray the rosary (faith ambassadors) To ensure that students receive the support they require at the school level and board level Peer mediators to assist with conflict resolution between students in the school yard Responsibility Staff Students Parents (report concerns) Community members Church Local Police Department Student CYW 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: Social Worker, Guidance Councillor, Safe School Department Peer Mediation and Door Monitor Schedules Licensed to Learn Mentors Student CYW Page 7 of 14 Printed: :15

8 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 8 of 14 Printed: :15

9 3. Positive School Climate 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: ECSLIT, Ottawa Trip,7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens training, Justice League, Student Council, Licensed to Learn Daily physical activity (DPA) will be in place on a regular basis Entire school has been put in Asset groups with intermediate mentors and PALS leaders to foster community. 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 engage the student council in planning of additional clubs To provide fund raising opportunities to assist those in need To celebrate successes and displays of the Monthly virtues and Random Acts of Kindness The morning meal program has been put in place to provide the entire student body with a healthy snack to promote healthy living, well being and help with focus in the classroom. Responsibility Staff Students School Board Personnel Public Nurse Local Police Department Morning Meal Coordinator Student CYW Page 9 of 14 Printed: :15

10 Resources Stephen Covey Book 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens Eco School Certification Binder Daily Physical Activity Guidelines (OPHEA) Restorative Practice Training Canada's food guide Morning Meal Coordinator Student CYW Measurement of Progress The following resources will be utilized to support these initiatives/strategies/practices: 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 Students will be more focused on classroom activities Staff and students will be more engaged in school culture Page 10 of 14 Printed: :15

11 School Vision To promote a school culture whereby all students feel heard, validated and supported. Goal #SVP 1 To encourage students to participate in student lead activities supported by a caring adult. Initiatives/Strategies/Practices Students will have the opportunities to engage in such leadership programs as: ECSLIT, Camp Olympia,7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens training, Justice League, Student Council Daily physical activity (DPA) will be in place on a regular basis Entire school has been put in Asset groups with intermediate mentors and PALS leaders to foster community, houses. 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 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 The morning meal program has been put in place to provide the entire student body with a healthy snack to promote healthy living, well being and help with focus in the classroom. Responsibility Students Staff Parents Support Staff (ie: Social Worker) Secretary Custodian Nutrition Program Lead Staff EA ECE Student Volunteers (College and University Students) After School Program Leaders Page 11 of 14 Printed: :15

12 Resources TCDSB Programs Safe School Department Teachers CYW Social Workers Public Health Nurses Student Council EA ECE 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: To see more students actively engaged and belonging to activities organized by them. To see more activities organized by students. To see students able to share their thoughts, wants and needs. To see students working together on common goals. To see students taking ownership for their learning and to hear them encouraging one another. Page 12 of 14 Printed: :15

13 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 Epipen training Review with staff school access points Ensure all classrooms are equipped with door covers and Velcro strips on doors for lockdown Responsibility Caretaker Staff Students Community members Neighbouring schools Parents and CSAC Visitors Page 13 of 14 Printed: :15

14 Resources Threat Assessment Binder Fire Drill Binder Evacuation Binder Emergency Response cards Fire Route Exits Class Lists Student Epipen display Police and Fire Department support during lockdown and fire drills Measurement of Progress The following resources will be utilized to support these initiatives/strategies/practices: The following metrics will be used to measure progress in achieving the Goal: 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 Ensure all students with health concerns are known by all staff Ensure all classrooms are equipped with door covers and Velcro strips on doors for lockdown Page 14 of 14 Printed: :15