Requirements of Pupils

Requirements of Pupils

The following requirement for pupils is taken directly from Ontario Regulation 298

Requirements for Pupils

23. (1) A pupil shall:

(a)  be diligent in attempting to master such studies as are part of the program in which the pupil is enrolled;

(b)  exercise self-discipline;

(c)  accept such discipline as would be exercised by a kind, firm and judicious parent;

(d)  attend classes punctually and regularly;

(e)  be courteous to fellow pupils and obedient and courteous to teachers;

(f)  be clean in person and habits;

(g)  take such tests and examinations as are required by or under the Act or as may be directed by the Minister; and

(h)  show respect for school property.  R.R.O. 1990, Reg. 298, s. 23 (1).

What can lead to a student being suspended?

Students involved in an incident contrary to the school board’s Code of Conduct can be suspended. The location of the incident can have occurred:

• at school;
• at a school-related activity; or
• off school property and will have a negative impact on the school climate. For example, harming another student on the way home from school or harassing another student on a social networking website.