SIMCOE COMPOSITE SCHOOL
STUDENT HANDBOOK 2008 - 2009

40 Wilson Drive
Simcoe, Ontario N3Y 2E5
(519) 426-4664
FAX (519) 426-4020
www.simcoesabres.com

Helene High
Principal

James Young	Wanda Tiller
Vice-Principal	Head of Student Services

PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE

Welcome to the 2008-2009 year at Simcoe Composite School an exciting and dynamic place to learn, to teach and to grow academically, personally and socially. At SCS this year, you will have every opportunity to be successful in your choice of the wide range of courses available. We hope that you will also choose to be part of the tradition of Sabre excellence in music, drama, sports or one of the many other clubs available.

If you are starting grade 9 this year, welcome! Seize every opportunity to be part of the SCS school community and all that it has to offer.

If you are graduating this year, make it a year to remember! Whether you are planning to move on to college, university, or a trade, make this a year that you will look back on with pride in your efforts and accomplishments.

To all Sabres, it is your energy, your effort and your commitment to excellence that make SCS the key to SucCesS. Do your part, and every member of our school community will be there to help and support you.

Have a great year!

H. High,
Principal

TABLE OF CONTENTS

IMPORTANT DATES

STUDENTS' COUNCIL PRESIDENT MESSAGE

GENERAL INFORMATION

1.    Community Membership Expectations
2.    Course Load
3.    Attendance
4.    Attendance Policy
5.    15 day Attendance Policy
6.    Detentions
7.    Evaluation
8.    Success is the ONLY option

WHAT'S AVAILABLE TO SCS STUDENTS

9. Teachers
10. Student Services Department
11. Resource Teacher Assistance
12. SNAP
13. Library
14. Students' Council and Student Activity Fees
15. Student Photographs
16. Textbooks
17. Lockers and Locks
18. Change Rooms
19. Cafeteria
20. Buses
21. Yearbook
22. Lost and Found
23. Crisis Counselling
24. Telephones
25. Announcements

MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION

26. Sports, Clubs and Other Activities
27. Acceptable Computer Use Policy
28. Acceptable Electronics Use Policy
29. Use of School During the Regular Day
30. Visitors to the School
31. Parking
32. Fire Drill Procedures
33. Smoking
34. Dress Code
35. Dance Regulations

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IMPORTANT DATES for 2008/2009

**PLEASE NOTE: These dates may be subject to change.

September
2	Classes Begin
5	Last Day for Course Changes
17	School Photo Day
18	Grade 9 Day/Dance
19	SCS Football Game (1st Home Game)
20	SCS Phys Ed/Firefighters Yuk Yuks
25	VB/BB 1st Home Game

October
6	Pep Rally
7	Fair Day
8	Grade 9 Representative Chosen
9	Magazine Campaign Kickoff
10	Interim Reports Home
13	Thanksgiving Holiday
14	University Information Program
15	Parents' Night
22	Awards Night
22	Picture Retake Day
30	Halloween Dance

November
3 - 6	MIDTERM EVALUATIONS
4	Last Day of Term 1
5	First Day of Term 2
5	"Take Our Kids to Work" Day
7	PA Day
11	Remembrance Day Presentation
14	Midterm Reports Home
17-21	Spirit Week

December
13	Semi-formal
17	Christmas Concert
8-17	Door Decorating
18	Locker Clean out
19	Christmas Assembly
22-Jan 2	Christmas Holidays

January
5	First Day Back
14	University Applications Due
14	Grade 8 Parents' Night/Orientation
19-20	Grade 9 EQAO Math Test
22-28	FINAL EXAMINATIONS
29-30	PA Day

February
2	Semester 2 Begins
2	College Applications Due
2-11	Grad Photos
6	Last Day for Course Changes
9-13	Option Sheet Distribution
11	Semester One Reports Home
12	Valentine's Dance
14	Yuk Yuk's Dinner/Dance
16	Family Day
20	Option Sheets Due
23-27	Winter Carnival
27-28	CWOSSA Boys' BasketBall

March
2-3	CWOSSA Girls Volleyball
6	Interm Reports Go Home
11	Parents Night
13-20	March Break


April
2	Grade Literacy Test (OSSLT)
6	Elections Posters Can Go Up
6-9	MIDTERM EVALUATIONS
10	Good Friday
13	Easter Monday
15	Last Day of Term 1
16	First Day of Term 2
16	CWOSSA Gymnastics
21	NSSAA Cheerleading
22	Election Day and Dance
23	Midterm Reports Home
24	PA Day
28	Track and Feild Day
29	Track and Feild Day Rain Date

May
4	NSSAA Track and Field 3000M and Pole Vault
6	NSSAA Track and Field Day
11-15	Driking and Driving Week
13-14	CWOSSA Track and Field Days
18	Victoria Day Holiday
23	Prom
22-23	OFSAA Track and Field Regionals
27	Spring Concert

June
2	Athletic Banquet
4	Hoops for Heart / Grad Baseball Game
4-6	OFSAA Track and Feild Championships
11-12	Grade 9 EQAO Math Test
15	Year End Assembly
19-25	FINAL EXAMINATIONS
25	Commencement
26,29	P.A. Day

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Students' Council President Message

Here we go again!

To those who have been here before; welcome back! To those who are here for the first time; congratulations on choosing the best school in the county! Whether you've been bleeding blue-and-white for years, or you're just getting ready for your transfusion; you'll find yourself more than welcome here.

Year after year, Simcoe Composite School proves itself to be tops on the county, regional, and provincial levels; and this year will be no different. With the best staff within our walls, and the best students in our halls; the sky is the limit. There is something for everyone here; all you have to do is discover it! With that being said, I urge you to get involved and make the best of your time at Simcoe.

Just remember; harder work makes for a better year. Your semesters will seem faster, and when it's over, we'll all be stronger.

2008-2009; it all starts here! We're looking forward to working with all of you to make this the best year in recent history!

Lucas Lubin
Students' Council President

2007-2008 STUDENTS' COUNCIL EXECUTIVE

President:	Lucas Lubin	Gr. 12 Reps:	Brad Smith
Vice-President:	Josh Lubin		Liam Ardiel
Secretary:	Mackenzie Brown	Gr. 11 Reps:	Alex Kuehl
Treasurer:	Jackie Rollins		Patrick Valoppi
Assistant Treasurer:	To Be Determined	Gr. 10 Reps:	Madison Kohli
Social Convenor:	Tim Fournier		Avery Campbell
Publicity Director:	Kirsten Rollo	Gr. 9 Reps:	To Be Determined

GENERAL SCHOOL INFORMATION

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1. COMMUNITY MEMBERSHIP EXPECTATIONS
Do your share to make your school and community better.

RESPONSIBILITY

Do what you are expected to do.
Persevere: Keep on trying!
Always do your best.
Use self control; be self-disciplined.
Think before you act & consider the consequences.
Be accountable for your choices.

RESPECT

Treat everyone with respect; treat everyone as you would want to be treated.
Accept differences in others; be considerate of the feelings of others.
Use polite manners; use language that does not offend community standards (ie. no obscenities, no profanities, etc.)

TRUSTWORTHINESS

Have the courage to do the right thing.
Be honest; don't lie, cheat or steal.
Be reliable do what you say you'll do.

FAIRNESS

Act according to the rules.
Be open-minded;listen to others.
Be fair;don't take advantage of others.
Take responsibility for your own actions.

CARING

Be kind; be compassionate and show you care.
Express gratitude (say thank you).
Forgive others.
Help others in need.

COMMUNITY MEMBERSHIP

Respect authority.
Stay informed; get involved.
Be a good neighbour.

Students are required to meet the Community Membership expectations as outlined. Students who do not meet the expectations shall face consequences ranging from an interview with school authorities to expulsion.For details see www.simcoesabres.com

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2. CODE OF CONDUCT
The standards of behaviour for the school community as outlined in the board policy are:Respect, Civility & Responsible Citizenship:All members of the school community must:

Respect and comply with all applicable laws
Demonstrate honesty and integrity
Respect difference in people
Treat one another with dignity and respect
Respect and treat others fairly
Show proper care/regard for school and others' property
Take appropriate measures to help those in need
Seek staff assistance, if necessary, to resolve conflict peacefully
Respect all members of the school community, especially persons in positions of authority
Respect all needs of others to work in an environment that is conducive to learning and teaching
To use respectful language when interacting with a teacher or at another person in a position of authority

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3. BULLYING PREVENTION AND INTERVENTION
Bullying is typically a form of repeated, persistent and aggressive behaviour directly at an individual or individuals that is intended to cause (or should knowingly cause) fear or distress and/or harm to another person's body, feelings, self-esteem, or reputation. Bullying occurs in a context where there is a real or perceived power imbalance. Bullying adversely affects students' ability to learn, the maintenance and establishment of healthy relationships and the school climate. Therefore, bullying will not be accepted on school property, at school related activities, on school buses or in any other circumstance (eg. Online) where engaging in bullying will have a negative impact on school climate.

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4. COURSE LOAD

The normal course load for all students in Grades 9, 10 and 11 will be eight courses per year. The normal load for Grade 12 students will be seven courses, unless they are in a position to graduate. Only in very unusual circumstances will less than a full course load be allowed by the principal.

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5. ATTENDANCE
We expect SCS students to attend regularly and punctually. Planned extended absences should be discussed with the principal. Any type of absence other than for illness or a family emergency, or as excused through prior request by the parent, constitutes withdrawal from school in the case of a pupil of school leaving age. Readmission is at the principal’s discretion, in consultation with the parents or legal guardians.

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6. ATTENDANCE POLICY
Student/Parental Responsibility
Education Act: Regulation 29C, Section 23 (2) re: Absences:
.....a parent of the pupil, or the pupil where the pupil is an adult, shall give the reason for the absence orally or in writing as the principal requires.
Please note: For Ministry audit purposes, an explanation for all absences is required.

School Responsibility
A phone call by the computerized call-home system will indicate an absence for a part of or a whole day. The Attendance Secretary or the Vice-Principal may also call home when the cause for the absence is unknown or needs substantiation. In cases where the student is an adult, communication will be made with the student unless a waiver has been signed.

Attendance Procedures
   To avoid a computerized call being sent home, please follow the procedures outlined below:

   1.Parent (guardian)/adult student is aware there will be an absence for the day/part day.
     Parent/adult student is responsible to call the school (426-4664) in the morning before 8:45 a.m. to make the school aware of the absence and the reason for the absence.
   2.Parent/guardian is not aware of a sons/daughters legitimate absence i.e. stayed home due to illness. Parent/guardian is to call the school as soon as possible to provide a reason for the absence.Please leave a message with a secretary or on the answering machine.

     If the school is not informed of a students legitimate absence by a parent/guardian or an adult student,it will be recorded as an unexplained absence, which will be considered a truancy and detentions will be assigned. Notes will not be required if a phone call by a parent/guardian or an adult student has been made to the school regarding legitimate absences.

Signing In
   All students who miss part of a day are to sign in at the office upon their return to school. Students will receive an admit slip to present to their teacher. Co-op and students without a Period 1 class are required to sign in at the office upon their arrival at school.

Signing Out
   Students who leave school during the day must obtain a class excusal slip from the Main Office before homeroom. This slip must be shown to the classroom teacher at departure time and the student will report to the Main Office where he/she will sign out. Students under 18 will not be allowed to leave unless parents have notified the school (phone call or note). Students who leave at lunch and are not returning must call the school immediately, if they are 18 years old, or have a parent/guardian call to explain the absence.

Lates
   School begins promptly at 8:55 a.m. All students are to be in their homeroom by 8:50 a.m. All students (including those still in the halls) must stand at attention during the playing of the national anthem and remain standing still during announcements. Students who arrive late for school must sign in at the main office. Failure to sign in will cause a student to be recorded as absent for the day and result in a phone call home and a request for an explanation. Prompt arrival at school should be the personal responsibility of the student and not his/her parents. Students who arrive to class late by 15 minutes, without a legitimate reason, will be automatically assigned a detention. Students are permitted 3 lates per month without penalty. For a fourth late, a detention will be assigned. If the detention is not served promptly or if the student gets a fifth late, a one-day suspension will be assigned. For the sixth and subsequent absences, a two-day suspension will be assigned.

Illness During the Day
   Students who become ill during the school day must report immediately to the office or send someone on their behalf to explain the circumstances. The office will attempt to contact a parent or guardian. Students under 18 will not be allowed to leave until parental contact has been made. Please sign out before leaving.

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7. FIFTEEN DAY ATTENDANCE POLICY
   High achievement is clearly related to good attendance. Marks earned in senior courses are frequently used as criteria for entrance to programs at the post-secondary level or the world of work.
   After 15 days/classes of absence, a student's continued registration in a course and/or at Simcoe Composite School will be reviewed. This will involve parents of students under 18 years of age.

   After 15 consecutive days of absence, without a medical certificate, students' timetables will be deleted, and, for students under 18, the attendance counsellor will be notified.

Exceptional Circumstances
   The policy may not apply if absence is due to exceptional circumstances relating to:

Serious illness
Medical Emergency
Special circumstances as determined by the Principal or Vice-Principal.

Prior notification is strongly recommended when possible.

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8. DETENTIONS
   Office detentions will be served in Room B30 from 3:00 until 3:30. Subject teacher's detentions take precedence over office detentions and must be verified with a note. When students are present at school during the day but do not serve an assigned detention, they will be given one reminder that the detentions must be served. Continued refusal to serve assigned detentions will result in suspension.

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9. EVALUATION
   A comprehensive school-wide evaluation policy is available to all students and parents.

   The school reports to parents on each student's achievement three times each semester (see Important Dates). Interim and midterm reports are sent home with students and the final report is to be picked up by the student from the office.

   Parents are welcome to come to the school any time during the school year for a personal report from a subject teacher, a student services counselor, the principal or vice principal. Phoning in advance will ensure that all of the appropriate documents and records will be ready when you arrive.

   A culminating activity (e.g. final exam, essay, project, etc.) is compulsory in most subjects.

   The examination dates are clearly set out in the Important Dates section of this handbook. Students and their families must schedule family appointments, holidays, employment opportunities and other personal plans around these dates in order to avoid problems. Please avoid plans for the week leading up to exams as in-class culminating activities and practical exams will be taking place.

   In all courses, evaluation is a daily ongoing procedure. A variety of information will be collected by teachers including essays, research papers, quizzes, teacher made tests, standardized tests, seminars, homework checks, teacher observation and classroom participation. Regular attendance is a must for success in school. Individual department policies are posted in classrooms in the school.

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10. EVALUATION POLICY
   In order for a student to be successful, they must complete and hand in all assigned work to demonstrate they have met the expectations of the course. Therefore, the role of the student is:
     - to submit all assignments by the established due date
     - to request an extension from the teacher before the due date (in extenuating circumstances)
     - to discuss resolutions with the teacher when an assignment (or due date) is missed
     - to understand that failure to provide sufficient evidence of achievement of expectations will jeopardize the grade and/or course credit
   Teachers will work with students to offer additional support for assignment completion. Full details regarding this policy will be communicated to the students at the beginning of each semester.

WHAT'S AVAILABLE TO SCS STUDENTS

11. TEACHERS
   There are approximately 60 well-qualified, dedicated teachers on staff at SCS. In addition to teaching in their regular subject classes, they are all available for extra help as well. Be sure to make arrangements with your teacher to meet before or after school or during lunch, if you feel you are having problems and are falling behind.

   In addition, many SCS staff members are involved in coaching and acting as advisors for the numerous sports and clubs listed later in this handbook.

   Each teacher is also available to be contacted by phone using the automated voice mail system.

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12. STUDENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
Our Student Services Department is located on the second floor and will provide students with:

Career Counselling (both individual and in groups)
Information on Colleges
College and University Application Forms
Information on the Ontario Student Assistance (OSAP)
Study Tips and Suggestions
Assistance in personal conflict resolution or acting as a referral to other professionals
Student transcript information
Information on courses at SCS (course calendars).and much more.

In addition, every week on specific days we have in the school, a nurse, a substance abuse counsellor, a child and youth worker, and a counsellor who deals with abuse in relationships. All of the counselling is free, voluntary and strictly CONFIDENTIAL. Appointments can be made with the Student Services Secretary.

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13. RESOURCE TEACHER ASSISTANCE
   The Resource Program is designed to give identified and referred students the opportunity to enjoy optimum progress in the regular classroom. Resource teachers work closely with classroom teachers to adapt and modify the existing curriculum to suit the needs of these students.Referrals to the Resource Teacher may be made by school administration, the Student Services Department, subject teachers or parents.

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14. SNAP
   Twice a week (Tuesday & Thursday), a team of teachers is available to provide extra help and support to Grade 9 & 10 students in an after school guided study program (SNAP).

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15. LIBRARY
   Located on the first floor in the east wing, the library is open from 8:30 to 3:15, Monday to Friday.

   In addition to loaning books for use outside of the library, the library also offers access to vertical files, encyclopedias, reference books, periodicals and much more. These items may not be circulated outside of the library.

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16. STUDENTS' COUNCIL AND STUDENT ACTIVITY FEES
   The Students' Council supports and organizes many worthwhile activities at SCS. In order to support these efforts, all students at SCS must pay a student activity fee of $25.00 at pre-registration. Payment of this fee will entitle students to receive the following: bar codes for library use; entitlement to join sports teams, clubs, attend dances, and the student card will be used for attending various other functions both on and off campus.

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17. STUDENT PHOTOGRAPHS
   Photographsfor student card and yearbook purposes will be taken during September. Retake day will be during October. Photographers will be in the school for one week during February to take graduate photos Students who graduate in semester one should contact the school to be photographed in order to be included in the graduate composite. Students are under no obligation to purchase Jostens photos but should still be photographed.

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18. TEXTBOOKS
   Write your name in pen immediately upon receiving your subject textbooks. You are responsible for your own textbook(s). Any lost or misused texts will be replaced at the student's expense. Students who owe books from one semester will not be issued textbooks for the next semester until authorization from the vice-principal is given.

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19. LOCKERS AND LOCKS
   Lockers are issued to students but are the property and responsibility of the school. Students must provide a Dudley combination lock for their lockers and keep their lockers clean. Students must use only the locker which has been assigned to them. Using an unauthorized locker will result in having the lock cut off and contents confiscated. Lockers without locks will also have contents confiscated. Do not, under any circumstances, leave any valuables, including money, in your locker.

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20. CHANGE ROOMS
   These are provided for physical education classes and extra curricular sports. DO NOT LEAVE VALUABLES IN CHANGE ROOMS AT ANY TIME.

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21. CAFETERIA
   The cafeteria and tuck shop are open for snacks before school and for meals from 11:30 - 12:20 each day. Students may, of course, bring their own lunches or leave the campus, provided they return on time for afternoon classes.

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22. BUSES
   Bus service is available to students who qualify. Students maintain their bus privilege as long as their responsible behaviour warrants. Be sure to familiarize yourself with the bus driver's rules.

   Students who arrive to school on the late bus will report directly to the office. As well, students who will be leaving on the early bus will be dismissed at 2:35 p.m. from class in order to catch the bus.

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23. YEARBOOK
   A school yearbook for the upcoming year can be reserved by paying at pre-registration. The yearbook is an item whose value increases with time. Don't neglect to buy one, or you may regret it years from now. Memories are priceless!

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24. LOST AND FOUND
   Items which have been retrieved in the school are usually taken to the main office. Please make any inquiries there if you have lost a valuable item.

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25. CRISIS COUNSELLING
   Are you having problems with relationships, substance abuse, general health or school in general? See the guidance department for details.

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26. TELEPHONES
   Three pay telephones are available in the school. Two are located at the east end of the school by the gym and the other is outside the cafeteria in the stairwell. Office phones are business phones and may not be used for student calls, except in an emergency. Also, students should avoid having personal telephone messages left for them.

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27. ANNOUNCEMENTS
   These are made over the P.A. during homeroom opening exercises each morning at 8:55. All major school events are advertised in this way. Announcements must be signed by a staff advisor and be in the office by 8:40 on the day they are to be read.

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28.SPORTS, CLUBS AND OTHER ACTIVITIES
   SCS has a wide variety of clubs (Eg. Environmental, Yearbook), committees (Eg. Fair, Prom) and sports teams. Students are encouraged to get involved the extra curricular activities at SCS. Announcements will be made throughout the year to indicate when these activities are taking place.

Sports Teams at SCS:

Cross Country	September
Football	September-November
Tennis	September-October
Jr. Girls' Basketball	September-November
Sr. Girls' Basketball	September-November
Jr. Boys' Basketball	September-November
Sr. Boys' Basketball	September-November
Jr. Girls' Volleyball	November-February
Sr. Girls' Volleyball	November-February
Jr. Boys' Volleyball	November-February
Sr. Boys' Volleyball	November-February
Cheerleading	All Year
Gymnastics	October-April
Girls' Hockey	November-February
Boys' Hockey	November-February
Jr. Badminton	December-April
Sr. Badminton	December-April
Rowing	All Year
Swimming	September-February
Girls' Rugby	April-June
Boys' Rugby	April-June
Girls' Soccer	April-June
Boys' Soccer	April-June
Jr. Football	May
Track & Field	April-June

If you want to organize a new activity you should get a verification of student interest, obtain a staff advisor, and outline clearly to the Principal and Students' Council the anticipated functions of the activity and the facilities, supplies and financing needed.

MISCELLANOUS INFORMATION

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29. ACCEPTABLE COMPUTER USE POLICY
The acceptable computer use policy can be found on the school website.

An abbreviated version of the policy follows:

The student shall not engage in unacceptable computer behaviour such as:

Use an account given to another student or attempt to gain access to another student's account.
Use the network computer to disrupt the access/use of the computer facilities by other users.
Physically damage the computer equipment.
Use the computer network for illegal activity such as software piracy, illegal access.
Waste school network or valuable Internet access time (eg. playing of games, downloading excessively large files).
Use the network to access inappropriate material or information (eg. pornography, hate literature, etc.).
Send e-mail correspondence over the Internet which is inappropriate to educational purposes.
Use the school network or your Internet account for any other inappropriate behaviour not specifically noted above.

Moral Code of Conduct
   The granting of a school network account and/or Internet access is based on good educational and ethical usage by its students and staff.

Consequences of Misbehaviour
   Computer facilities are costly to acquire and maintain. Personal privacy and safety are fundamental rights of all students.

   By engaging in inappropriate behaviour, the student may jeopardize both. Hence, should a student break any of the above rules, the student will be subject to disciplinary action by the teacher, school, or board administration, and/or appropriate outside legal bodies. Improper use of computers, software programs or the Internet will include loss of computer use, possible loss of course credit and/or up to a 20-day suspension. Compensation for damaged equipment or files will be expected.

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30. ACCEPTABLE ELECTRONICS USE POLICY

   NO electronics (cell phones, MP3 players, etc.) are to be audible or visible anywhere in the school building during the school day (8:50 - 2:50) except at lunch. This includes students on spare.

First Offence - student is sent to the office and one detention assigned and the electronic device is held in the office until the end of the day;
Second Offence - two detentions assigned and the electronic device is held in the office for a week or until a parent picks it up;
Subsequent Offences - suspension for opposition to authority.

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31. USE OF SCHOOL FACILITIES DURING THE REGULAR DAY
   Most students are scheduled into four regular classes during the school day. Many senior or part time students may have free periods in their schedule. When regular classes are in session, students may not under any circumstances loiter anywhere in the halls or outside the school. This is particularly important at the centre and east entrances to the building. Students who are not in a regular scheduled class MUST be in a supervised study, the cafeteria, the senior lounge, the library, getting assistance from a teacher or they may leave the school grounds. Loitering attracts attention and causes problems which disrupt classes in session.

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32. VISITORS TO THE SCHOOL
   All visitors to the school must report to the main office upon entering the school; this includes former students. Guest passes will be issued if the circumstances warrant. Students are advised to make arrangements to meet friends who are not SCS students, off the school property before or after school hours. The cafeteria is for the use of SCS students and staff only.

   Any unauthorized person who is on SCS property may be prosecuted under the Trespass to Property Act.

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32. PARKING    Parking spaces are in short supply at SCS. Students may only park in the designated student parking area. This is the area at the beginning of the driveway entrance on the east side of the gym. Students are not allowed to drive or park behind the gym or beyond the gym behind the school. Students may also park on the south side of Wilson Avenue and also on Basil, Bertha and McCall Streets where local bylaws permit.

   Parking in the remaining parking lot is for staff only with a valid parking tag clearly displayed.

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34. FIRE DRILL PROCEDURES
   All classes are to evacuate the school according to the directions posted in each classroom.
    Know your fire exit and the alternate exit wherever you are! (A sign with clear instructions is found next to each room exit).

When the Fire Alarm Sounds:

close all windows
do NOT turn the lights off
last person to leave the room must close the door (door)
students must walk quickly to the designated exit
do not take books
do not visit washrooms

Students in Wheelchairs

on the 2nd and 3rd floor students are to be taken by their teacher or EA to the area next to the centre stairs.
on the first and 'A' floors students are to exit directly to the outside
'B' floor auto shop students are to exit through the auto shop (B40).

   **More detailed information is provided in “Fire Drill Procedures” in each classroom.

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35. SMOKING
   At all times, smoking will only be allowed in the approved smoking area just east of the school driveway entrance. Students must stand behind the white line while using the smoking area so as not to block the driveway. Students who smoke on school property will be subject to the prosecution and fines of the Tobacco Control Act, Bill 119 and school disciplinary action.

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36. DRESS CODE
   The following is the dress code that was approved in May 2002 by the school administration and the students' council.

Headgear
   Headbands are OK, bandanas are not.
   Bandanas can be rolled up to be used as headbands.
   NO HATS ARE TO BE WORN WHILE IN THE SCHOOL BUILDING.

Shorts/Skirts
   No short shorts or skirts.

Shirts/Tanktops
   Tanktops and shirts must reach the pant line when standing up straight.

   Bra straps must not be showing.
   No open backs/No muscle shirts.
   All clothing must have two straps (no tube tops).
   No winter (large/bulky) coats or winter vests worn in class.
   No alcohol/tobacco/disrespectful images, language, etc. on clothing.

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37. DANCE REGULATIONS

You may purchase your admission during the lunch period two days prior to and the day of each dance. You are required to present your permanent student ID when you purchase your ticket and when you arrive at the dance. Any student who owes overdue library books, notes for absences, office or teacher detentions will not be admitted to the dance even if a ticket has been purchased.
You may purchase one guest ticket when purchasing your ticket. Register your guest by name and school attending. You must accompany your guest into the dance and you will be responsible for the actions of your guest. Your guest must present picture I.D. for admission. No elementary school students will be admitted.
There will be a PURSE CHECK at the door. Anyone refusing this check will be refused admission to the dance.
All COATS AND JACKETS are to be left at the coat check. The definition of "coat" or "jacket" will be at the discretion of the staff working at the door.
There will be no readmittance into the dance after a person has left.
NO person will be admitted to a dance if he/she is in an unsuitable condition to attend a school function.
Anyone smoking in the building will be required to leave the dance. Consequences will be assigned.
Drugs and alcohol are prohibited in school buildings and on school property and at school functions held off campus.
Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and close at 7:30 p.m. ;Dances end at 10:00 p.m.
Students must conduct themselves in an appropriate and respectful manner on the dance floor. If they do not, they will be asked to leave the dance.
Failure to abide by the above rules will result in the notification of the proper authorities for appropriate action. In addition, the student may not be allowed to attend any other Students' Council dances for the remainder of the year.