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School Building Use

RESPECT FOR PROPERTY

Students are expected to treat the school grounds, buildings and everything in the school with respect. They are encouraged to help keep the buildings, cafeteria and grounds clean by using the many garbage containers in the school and on the grounds.  Students are encouraged to recycle waste whenever possible.  Those who destroy or deface school property will be required to pay the full cost of repair or replacement.  If a student loses or purposefully damages school equipment (i.e. library books and textbooks, musical instruments, computers, etc.) they may be charged the cost of replacement or repair.  Deliberate damage of school property may also result in suspension from school. 

 

LOCKERS

All students are issued a locker for personal and private use throughout the year.

  • The locker remains the property of the school but is for use of the student.
  • Students are to use the assigned locker only.
  • Students may not occupy more than one locker
  • Each locker is to be equipped with a combination lock as purchased through the school. 
  • In order to protect the contents of the locker, students should not share their individual locker combinations with any other students including close friends. 
  • Lockers are to be kept clean, free of refuse and in good working order.
  • The cost of damage repair to a locker may be charged to the student or their family. 
  • Students who are not in their assigned locker risk having the lock cut and the contents removed at the discretion of the school administration.
  • On rare occasions, it may be necessary for the school administration to access a locker. 
 

PERSONAL PROPERTY

It is strongly recommended that students put their names or other identifying marks on all personal property, and clothing, including uniforms.  Large sums of money, jewellery, clothing and personal electronics including cellular phones are unfortunately the object of thefts, and students are strongly advised to take great care with these items while at school.  The school will not be responsible for replacement of any personal items that have been lost or stolen.

 

PERSONAL ELECTRONIC DEVICES

The expectation is that Personal Electronic Devices are off and out of sight during the instructional time.  Cell Phones and other personal electronic devices may be used only with the expressed permission of the classroom teacher and only in a manner that support the teaching- learning process.  Prohibited uses of personal electronic devices by students may result in disciplinary actions up to and including confiscation, detention, suspension.  Prohibited uses may include but are not limited to the following:

  • Use in any way that compromises the academic integrity of student assessment and evaluation (using cellphones during tests, exams etc.).
  • Use in any way that interferes with or disrupts the instructional day or teaching/learning environment.
  • Use in any way that contravenes the code of conduct.
  • Any other use of personal electronic devices that compromises an individual’s reputation or character or interferes with school security, personal safety, individual dignity and privacy or academic integrity.
 

CELL PHONE POLICY

Policy 1 4.2 states the “teacher determines the appropriate learning opportunities that enable students to access board technology or their personally owned devices for educational purposes within the classroom.  Students must obtain teacher permission before using technology at school.”

 

GYMNASIUM

  • Street shoes are not allowed in the gym at any time.
  • Proper attire must be worn in the gymnasium and exercise room as established by the Physical Education Department.
  • Equipment must not be taken out of the gym.
  • No student is to enter the equipment room, fitness room or gym area at any time unless accompanied by a supervising teacher.
  • Drinks and food shall not be taken into the gym at any time.

 

HALLWAYS

In order to provide a quiet learning environment, students are not permitted to loiter in school hallways during the day.  Students are urged to spend free time in the library, cafeteria, and learning commons or on the school grounds.

 

SURVEILLANCE CAMERAS

For the safety of our students and staff, surveillance cameras are used in common areas and outside of the school, at all times.

 

POSTERS AND NOTICES

Any individual or organization wishing to display posters or notices on school property must first receive permission to do so from the Principal or Vice-Principal.  Students may not act as agents for any event or organization in the school.

 

Library

The JPII library is a bright inviting space and is intended for quiet work and study.  The library is particularly helpful to those students who have unassigned or “study” periods and need a quiet place to work during the school day.   

  • A valid student card is necessary for access to library materials
  • Students must be in school uniform while in the library
  • Only drinking water is permitted in the library, absolutely no food is allowed.
  • Students must present their student cards in order to borrow books and are responsible for these books.
  • Each student can borrow 7 books, with a limit of 3 books on one topic
  • Material is on loan for 3 weeks unless designated otherwise and may be renewed by returning them to the library 
  • Students can set up their own Library Account which allows them to renew their own books, put books on hold, review their ‘checked out’ books, etc. 
  • Please return books in the “Book Return” near the Circulation Desk, or in the outside “Book Drop” beside the entrance to the library
  • An overdue fine, 20 cents per item per school day to a maximum fine of $5 per item, will be assigned for late returns
  • Borrowing privileges will be suspended when unpaid fines exceed $1 and/or overdue books are not returned
  • If a book is lost or damaged, the student must pay the replacement cost
  • Internet access is to be used for school-related research only