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PERIOD SCHEDULE
Homeform
Period 1
9:00 - 9:10
9:00 - 10:25
Period 2
10:30 - 11:45
LUNCH
11:45 - 12:45
Period 3
12:45 - 2:00
Period 4
2:05 - 3:20
Centennial Collegiate & Vocational Institute
289 College Avenue West, Guelph, ON N1G 1S9
Phone: 519-821-0360
Fax: 519-823-5471
Web Site: www.ugdsb.on.ca/ccvi
Principal:
Mr. S. Bishop
Vice-Principals: Mr. A. Boutin
Mr. J. Cako
Students A-L
Students M-Z
Centennial C.V.I.
OUR SCHOOL COLOURS - PURPLE AND GOLD
PALMA PER ARDUA - "Success Through Hard Work"
Welcome to Centennial C.V.I. for the School Year, 2015-2016. I hope this
Spartan Planner will assist you in getting organized and to plan for the
year ahead. Important dates and events are shown along with useful
tools for keeping track of assignments, activities and school policies.
Please make sure you carefully read the student responsibilities,
attendance and general student expectations.
I hope you will become involved in the outstanding extra-curricular
program our school offers. By becoming involved in sports, clubs or a
Spartan Leadership Council (SLC), you will make the most of your high
school experience.
As part of the Centennial community your acceptance of others, your
commitment to positive relationships, and your sense of responsibility to
your own self-development are valued. Our school environment is an
inclusive learning community where differences are celebrated.
Scot Bishop, Principal
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of Centennial Collegiate Vocational Institute is
to equip each student with the knowledge, attitude and skills
required to pursue excellence by providing creative programs and
innovative technology within a safe and inclusive community.
VISION:
All students will succeed academically and socially.
CORE VALUES:
■ We will work collaboratively, as a Professional Learning Community.
■ We will use data analysis to improve student learning.
■ We are committed to improving literacy and numeracy in all students.
■ We are committed to developing opportunities and transition planning.
■ We will continue to promote socially responsible attitudes and
behaviours.
■ We will promote parent/guardian participation and leadership, and
continue to facilitate communication with parent/guardians.
PRIORITIES:
■ What is it students need to learn?
■ How will we know when they have learned it?
■ What will we do when they have not learned it?
■ What will we do when they already know it?
CCVI Goals
Success Through Hard Work
Assessment – Engagement – Culture
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Description
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ACTIVITIES
Spartan Activity Fee
Indentification Cards
Intramurals
Centennial Advisory Council
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CODE OF STUDENT CONDUCT
Standards of Behaviour Student Safety
Progressive Discipline of Unacceptable Behaviour
Appeal Procedures
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COUNCIL, CLUBS & SPORTS
Spartan Leadership Councils
Club Committees Associations
Sports & Transfer Policy for Athletes
Eligibility in Extra Curricular Activities
Initiation Policy
Anti-Bullying Pledge
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ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES
Dress Guidelines
Academic Integrity (Plagarism)
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STUDENT SUPPORTS
Guidance Services
Special Education Services
Counselling
Teen Clinic
School Police Officer
Learning Commons
Symposia School Café
Transportation
Lockers
Textbooks
Study Periods
Thefts
Injured or Sick During the Day
Drop Off and Pick Up
Parking Facilities
Inclement Weather
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ATTENDANCE GUIDELINES
General Information
Procedure If You Are Late
Procedure If You Are Absent
Procedure If You Are Absent for Medical Reasons
Student Voluntary Extended Absent
Leaving School During the Day
Consequences for Being Late
Absence Reporting
Course Completion
Consequences of Skipping
Study Periods
Students Eighteen and Older
Students Sent Out of Class
Given a Detention
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SCHOOL EVALUATION POLICY
Preamble
Course Info Sheets/Summative Evaluations
Deadlines for Assignment
Interim Progress Report Cards
Mid-Semester Report Cards
Credit in Jeopardy Letters
Final Report Cards
Assignment Due Dates
Exams
Exam Review
Course Requirements Not Met
Appeal Procedure
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GENERAL GUDIELINES
Drugs and Alcohol
Smoking or Chewing Tobacco
Equity & Bias Free Policy
Violence Free Schools
Field Trips & Extra Curriculars
Food and Drink
Green Team
Guidelines for Buy-Ins
Security Cameras
Skateboarding
Snowball Policy
Vandalism or Harassment
Visitors to the School
Information & CommunicationTechnologies (ICT)
Also Included: School & Board Calendars & Map
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Activities
SPARTAN ACTIVITY FEE
Spartan Photo Date:
September 14, 2015
All students are required to get their photo taken for the Student ID
Card & Yearbook.
Each student pays $50 Student Fee: Includes: A Yearbook $25;
Transition Fee $8 and the Student Clubs/Sports & Activity Fee with
Student Photo I.D. Card $17. This fee grants computer access
(computer & internet policy must be signed), Learning Commons
privileges and participation in extra-curricular activities. Activity fees
must be paid to participate in extra-curricular activities.
Personal photo packages are available for purchase (your cost) from
the photography company.
Families unable to meet any financial obligations for school
costs such as the activity fee/field trips should consult with the
Principal/Vice-Principal.
IDENTIFICATION CARDS
Photo identification cards will be issued in the fall after photographs
are taken and the activity fee paid. An identification card is required for
all students at Centennial dances, semi-formal & prom and when using
the Learning Commons and computer labs.
CENTENNIAL ADVISORY COUNCIL
The Centennial Advisory Council has a strong tradition of both student
and parent/guardian involvement. The Council’s mandate continues to
provide advice to the administration on a variety of school policies and
issues and to provide a forum for communication and awareness. New
students and parents/guardians interested in participating on this
council are asked to contact the Principal, Mr. Bishop.
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SPARTAN LEADERSHIP COUNCILS (SLC)
GET INVOLVED AT CENTENNIAL!!
LINK CREW COUNCIL .............................................Tuesdays at lunch
This Council supports Grade 9 students through their transition to high school
and helps create a positive experience for them.
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Link Crew Leaders (Grade 11 and 12 selected students)
A Team (Grade 10 selected students)
SPIRIT LEADER COUNCIL ........................... …..Wednesdays at lunch
This Council plans and organizes school social events. It aims to raise school
spirit and promote student involvement by creating a positive and inclusive
experience for every student.
SPARTAN SPORTS COUNCIL ................................ Tuesdays at lunch
This Council plans and organizes school athletic events. It aims to raise school
spirit and promotes varsity as well as intramural athletic involvement.
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Includes: varsity teams, intramurals, triathlon club
SCHOOL EVENTS COUNCIL ....................................Mondays at lunch
This Council supports leadership in the execution of all of Centennial’s major
events. It also aims to socially enrich the lives of Centennial students.
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Includes: Tech Crew (technical support required for events)
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY COUNCIL ................... Thursdays at lunch
The role of this Council is to promote current environmental and social issues
in our community as well as throughout the world.
S.E.A.D. COUNCIL (SPARTAN EQUITY, ACCEPTANCE AND DIVERSITY)
……………………………………………………………Wednesdays at lunch
This Council collaborates on planning, promoting and executing events that
create an inclusive environment while promoting the acceptance of all students
and staff.
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Includes: GSA (Gay Straight Alliance), CHAT (Centennial Health Action
Team) and Bullying Awareness Team
ACADEMIC COUNCIL……………….All clubs have their own meeting times
The role of this Council is to engage students in academic enrichment. The
Council encourages the interactions between academic clubs as well as clubs
in the whole school environment.
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Includes: Classics Club, Chemistry Club, Science Olympics, Science
Fair, Sanofi BioGENEius, Model UN, School Reach, Trivia Club, DECA,
Chess Club, Math Club, AP (Advance Placement/Advance Problem
Solving) Club, Skills Canada, Envirothon, Mock Trials
ARTS COUNCIL (spARTanS) ……..All clubs have their own meeting times
The Arts Council works to increase the presence of the Arts in the Centennial
community (Art, Music, Drama, Improv, Dance). the Council encourages
involvement in the Arts and appreciation of the Arts. This council works
collaboratively on creating and promoting school-wide events such as:
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Includes: Dance Inc. Show, Hot Art Cool Jazz Show, Sears Drama
Festival, Music Knights Shows, Guitar Showcase, School Play, Arts
Showcase, Chroma
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Clubs – Committees – Associations
CORE
For Christians or anyone interested in exploring and examining the
Christian faith. Include worship, prayer, films, speakers and games.
Grad Committee
Grad Committee is a group of students who plan and implement
activities for graduating students.
Muslim Spartan Association
Muslims and Non-Muslims are educated about Islam and current
issues while promoting acceptance and charity.
Pro-Sociable Classroom (A103)
Our Pro-Sociable Classroom fosters a social and safe lunchtime place.
Special Olympics
Special Needs students are paired with Peer Mentor coaches, learning
sportsmanship while practicing for track and field events in preparation
for the annual track meet.
Best Buddies
Best Buddies pairs students in the lifeskills program with a peer buddy
to develop friendships. The focus is to create an inclusive environment,
develop leadership and breakdown societal stereotypes.
Robotics Club
Spartan Robotics Club meets to design and construct robots. Students
will have the opportunity to represent Centennial at various robotics
competitions.
Table Top Gaming Club
Games include Warhammer 40,000, Dungeons and Dragons and other
games that the participants share.
Terry Fox Club
The Terry Fox Club is a group of dedicated students who plan our
Annual Terry Fox Run.
French Conversation and Culture Club
Learn more about French culture and practice speaking French in this
club.
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Sports
School Transfer Policy Regarding Athletics
No school shall include in its lineup any student who has been
registered as a transfer from another school within the Board for the
previous twelve months. Students transferring to Centennial should
read the policy carefully and apply to the Athletic Director by early
September if they wish to play any sport. The policy can be obtained
from the Athletics Department. These sports may or may not be
offered during the 2015-2016 school year. All schedules, standings
and results at www.scorestop.com/district 10.
FALL SPORTS
Baseball - Boys
Basketball - Jr and Sr Girls
Cross Country - Co-ed
Field Hockey - Girls
Football
Golf - Girls and Boys
Soccer - Jr and Sr Boys
Tennis - Co-ed
Volleyball - Jr and Sr Boys
Students with Life-Threatening
Allergies or Asthma must have their
EpiPens and/or Inhalers before
departing for a Field Trip or Sports.
WINTER SPORTS
Basketball - Jr and Sr Boys
Curling - Girls and Boys
Hockey - Girls, Jr and Sr Boys
Swimming - Co-ed
Volleyball - Jr and Sr Girls
Wrestling - Co-ed
INTRAMURALS
Intramurals are for all
students. They take place
during the lunch period,
usually in the gym. Listen
to announcements and
refer to the bulletin boards
in the Athletic Hall.
SPRING SPORTS
Badminton - Jr and Sr
Rugby - Girls
Rugby - Jr and Sr Boys
Soccer - Girls A and B
Soccer – Jr and Sr Boys
Softball - Girls
Track & Field - Co-ed
Ultimate Frisbee Co-ed
Cricket – Co-ed
Get involved at lunch in a
variety of sports without
having to be on a team.
Do not leave wallets, cell phone, ipods, etc or any valuables
in the change rooms or unattended in the school.
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Eligibility for Participation in
Extra-curricular / Co-curricular Activities
Centennial offers a significant number of co-curricular and extra-curricular
activities. We encourage involvement as we believe that they will do much to
enrich your educational experience. It is a privilege to represent Centennial
CVI in any extra-curricular activity.
1.
The student must attend classes on a regular basis, maintain their
standard of success, hand in required assignments, and follow
acceptable guidelines for behaviour. Students not attending classes on
game days (without prior notice) will not be allowed to play.
2.
The student must have a Centennial CVI student identification card and
have paid all school, team and club fees.
3.
The student must adhere to Centennial's minimum programme policy.
4.
We STRONGLY recommend that students who are planning to enter
extra-curricular or co-curricular activities take student insurance since the
plan does include a dental clause. Insurance brochures are available in
the Main Office.
5.
The student must have had a successful previous semester: Each
student’s academic, behaviour and attendance record will be reviewed by
the coach, Vice-Principal and student’s teachers to be eligible to play on
a team.
6.
It is the responsibility of the student to keep their teachers informed of the
extra-curricular activities they are involved in and to coordinate their
schedule to meet the expectations of the course.
A list of all participants will be submitted in a timely fashion by the
coaches/staff advisors and must be approved by the Vice-Principals before an
activity begins. Approval is based upon enrolment eligibility, academic
standing and pattern of behaviour and attendance.
Initiation Policy
It is not appropriate to "initiate" any student to a school, team or club.
Centennial CVI Anti-Bullying Pledge
At Centennial, we choose to appreciate our school-wide diversity and
to promote the inclusion of all, while respecting ourselves and others.
Today and always, I will stand up for others because
everyone is of equal importance and value.
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STUDENT SERVICES
1.
GUIDANCE SERVICES
Mrs. Hubbard, Guidance Head x 310
Guidance Admin Office Assistant x 312
Counsellors: Mrs. Bradey x 336 Mr. Lipovschek x 335
Guidance services are available for personal, academic and career
counselling.
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SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES
Mrs. Swance, Special Education Head x 317
Services are available to students with identified learning needs.
3.
ADDITIONAL COUNSELLING x 311
Ms. Diane Goodwin, Social Worker
Ms. Joanne Sealey, Child & Youth Counsellor
4.
TEEN HEALTH & WELLNESS CLINICS
Wellington-Dufferin Health Unit & Homewood Community Alcohol & Drug
Services provide counselling services for students by appointment only. The
Public Health Nurse is available on select dates to assist students manage
sexual health issues. Drug & Alcohol Counselling will be available to
counsel students about addiction issues.
5.
HIGH SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER
Guelph Police Services - High School Resource Officer (HSRO) program.
Officers work closely with high school administration to promote a safe,
positive learning environment. Constable Dave Warren - Office C106 x 334.
6.
LEARNING COMMONS - The G.T. Hindley Learning Commons
Learning Commons Head x 330
Library Assistant x 351
Our Learning Commons is open 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Students must have
their Student Photo ID Card to sign-out books or chromebooks.
Services to Students:
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Instruction in research skills and research assistance
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Materials for assignments or pleasure reading
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A place to study quietly or in groups
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Networked computers, chromebooks & internet for school projects
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A print centre for student printing
Centennial’s computing facilities, including Internet access are
intended for class assignments and school activities only. Use of these
facilities can and will be monitored by supervising staff as well as by
electronic monitoring. Students and parent/guardians must understand that
activity on the school’s systems is not private or secure from observation.
Inappropriate and/or unacceptable use of any of the school’s
computing facilities will result in loss of access to the facilities.
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7.
"SYMPOSIA" - OUR SCHOOL CAFÉ
Mr. Chris Milbury - Manager 519-821-0360 x 349
Symposia Café is run by the school with proceeds
from sales benefiting student activities and the
school community.
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Our Symposia Café provides nutritious and delicious foods made fresh daily.
8.
TRANSPORTATION
(www.findmyschool.ca) Delays & Cancellations
Bus transportation is a privilege which can be revoked if
students do not adhere to the policies as outlined by the
Board of Education and the transportation consortium.
Unacceptable bus behaviour will be referred to the VicePrincipal. Only those students who qualify for transportation
may ride on the buses and they may only ride on the bus
assigned to them. (see Inclement Weather)
School Transportation Line ..... 519-824-4119 / www.stwdsts.ca
9.
LOCKERS
Lockers will be assigned to students. Lockers are property of the Board of
Education and may be inspected by school staff at any time. The school
cannot assume responsibility for the loss or theft of any articles left in lockers.
Some students may share lockers, so respect your locker partner’s
belongings. All locker numbers and lock combinations must be given to home
form teachers and the Main Office. All students must CLEAR-OUT their
lockers by the last day of classes in June. Do not take money or valuables to
the Gym or Gym Change Rooms.
10.
TEXTBOOKS
Textbooks are on loan to students. Students are assigned a text with a
number and are required to return the same numbered text. Students who
lose or damage texts are responsible for replacement costs.
11.
STUDY PERIODS
The expected course load in Grades 9 and 10 is eight. Any students in grade
9 or 10 with less than eight courses will be placed in a supervised study area.
It is recommended that grade 11 students take 8 courses; grade 11 students
must have Vice-Principal approval to take a study period. Students in grades
11-12 with a study period should be in the Learning Commons or cafeteria not loitering in the halls. Students found to be disruptive/loitering may be
assigned to a supervised study area. Students are not permitted in the
teaching areas during class time.
12.
THEFTS
Thefts do occur over the school year. There is NO school insurance for the
theft of students' valuables, e.g. bikes, cell phones, iPods, etc. Thefts should
be reported to the Vice-Principal and to the police. Calling Crime-Stoppers is
also an option, 1-800-822-TIPS.
13.
INJURED OR SICK DURING THE DAY
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Report to the Main Office. If you are sick, your parent/guardian will be contacted
to pick you up. If you are injured or during an emergency, you will receive first aid;
your parent/guardian will be contacted and a student accident report will be filed by
administration.
14.
DROP OFF AND PICK UP
Access to the front laneway is not allowed between the hours of 8:30 a.m. - 9:15
a.m. and 3:00 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. Instead, parent/guardians should drop off and pick
up students during these times in the main parking lot. The front laneway is
used for busses serving students with special needs. It also needs to be kept clear
because it is a fire route. As it is a fire hazard, police will be ticketing cars that are
found stopped in the front laneway at these times.
15.
PARKING FACILITIES
Students must apply to register their vehicles with the office and receive VicePrincipal approval. Students with a valid parking pass are allowed to park in the
spaces that are not numbered. Staff park in numbered spots. Parking is a
privilege and students who do not comply with the student’s code of behaviour
may be denied a parking pass. Violators may have their vehicles ticketed
and/or towed away. Students may not sit in or loiter near parked vehicles.
16.
INCLEMENT WEATHER
Weather conditions occasionally cause bus and taxi transportation to be delayed or
cancelled and, on occasion, for the schools to be closed. . Notification of this situation
is given by the Upper Grand District School Board and is announced commencing
at approximately 6:30 a.m. on radio stations and on the board and transportation
websites:
www.ugdsb.on.ca
www.stwdsts.ca
www.findmyschool.ca
Centennial CVI is designated as: South Wellington & City of Guelph
Listen to:
MAGIC - 106.1 fm
CJOY - 1460 am
CHYM - 96.7 fm
CKGL - 570 am
CIZN - 92.9 fm
CKKW - 1090 am
School Evaluation Policy
Assessment and evaluation is to improve student learning. Skills are taught, practised
and assessed daily in the classroom. Daily attendance is crucial for success. To be
granted a credit, students must complete 110 hours of instruction. Students who miss
classes are expected to make up the work.
Diagnostic assessment is done to determine prior knowledge. This may include samples
of previous work, pre-tests, verbal reports etc. Formative assessment is ongoing and
used to provide feedback. Students will also be asked to reflect on their progress
through self or peer assessment. This is assessment as learning. Diagnostic and
Formative assessments are not used to establish a final grade, but they are
assessments for learning.
Summative Evaluations provide marks for grading and is considered assessment
of learning. Summative evaluations focus on curriculum expectations and takes place at
or near the end of a period of instruction. Summative evaluations may be tests,
performance tasks, essays, written assignments, presentations, projects etc. Summative
tasks, including the final evaluation, are developed based on all four achievement chart
categories (Knowledge/Understanding, Thinking, Communication and Application).
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COURSE INFORMATION SHEETS AND SUMMATIVE EVALUATIONS
Students will receive course information sheets at the beginning of each semester
which lists the major summative evaluations for each course. These are the “mustdo” evaluations needed for attaining a credit in the course. If an evaluation is
missed for a legitimate reason, students will be given the opportunity to make it up.
Rescheduling of missed evaluations will be negotiated by the student and teacher.
Absence from scheduled evaluations, for unauthorized reasons is a serious matter.
If the student does not receive a mark for one of the summative evaluations, it will
impact on the ability of that student to successfully pass the course.
DEADLINES FOR ASSIGNMENTS – Missed due dates
1. In advance of the expected due date, the teacher will clearly communicate the
expectations of the assessment task, including, but not limited to: the
requirements of the task, the success criteria and the proposed due date.
2. Assessment tasks will be designed with check points in advance of the final due
date. The teacher will address student’s tardiness in meeting these checkpoints.
3. Teachers will remind all students of the assessment due dates.
a) If a student knows that there will be a problem in meeting the due date,
they need to discuss this with the teacher. The teacher and student may
agree on an alternate date.
b) If a student is absent on a due date for an unforeseen reason (e.g. illness),
the parent (or student, if the student is 18 years old) needs to contact the
teacher explaining the absence. A mark of 10% will be deducted from late
assignments if no contact is made to explain the absence.
4. When a student has missed a number of assessment deadlines;
a) Teachers will contact a parent (or the 18 year old student)
b) Students may be removed from extra-curricular activities until the tasks are
completed.
If the assessment task is a unit test, the student will write the test at the first
opportunity – within a week is preferable, (before school, at lunch, during a
study period, after school).
5. If the student has not completed the assessment task, they may be referred to
the Student Success Team and the appropriate vice-principal.
6. If there are questions about the legitimacy of a student’s absence a consultation
with the Vice-Principal may take place. Consequences may include: mark
deduction, the loss of opportunity to complete the task, or other appropriate
consequences. The teacher will determine a final mark that accurately reflects
the student’s achievement of the curriculum.
7. The absolute deadline to submit incomplete work is one week prior to the first
day of exams. Extenuating circumstances need to be referred to a viceprincipal.
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INTERIM PROGRESS REPORTS - October 15, 2015 and March 24, 2016
Interim Progress reports will be sent home with students one-quarter of the way
through the semester. Parent-Teachers interviews occur after interim progress
reports.
MID-TERM REPORT CARDS - November 26, 2015 and April 29, 2016
Mid-Term reports cards will be sent home with students. If assignments or
evaluations have been missed a comment will be entered saying, “Credit in
jeopardy – unable to assess due to missing evaluations”.
CREDIT IN JEOPARDY LETTERS - December 18, 2015 and May 20, 2016
Credit in Jeopardy Letters will be mailed home three-quarters through the semester.
FINAL REPORT CARDS
Final Report Cards are issued in February and June. Marks on the reports are
cumulative with deference to the most recent and most consistent.
ASSIGNMENT LAST DUE DATES FOR EACH SEMESTER
January 21, 2016 All semester one assignments will be due on or before this date.
June 14, 2016
All semester two assignments will be due on or before this date.
EXAMS
1. Quiet time is 10 school days prior to the first day of exams, no field trips or
other activities which take a student out of the class are permitted.
2. In many courses students will be involved in Summative Evaluations.
3. Scheduled exams are course requirements and failure to write exams will
result in either a failed mark or a course incomplete unless there are
medically documented reasons not to write.
4. Students and their families must not plan vacations or jobs that interfere with
exams.
5. In case of last minute emergencies students must notify their Vice-Principal who
will contact the teachers.
EXAM SCHEDULE FOR ALL STUDENTS SEMESTER I & II
(All Exams will begin at 9:00 a.m. sharp)
Day 1 of Exams period 1 classes Day 2 of Exams period 2 classes
Day 3 of Exams period 3 classes Day 4 of Exams period 4 classes
(Sem 2 Gr 12 Pd 4 write exams at 1:00 pm on the last day of classes)
Day 5 of Exams - Approved Makeup-by Administration only
EXAM REVIEW
At the completion of both semesters, an exam review time is set up for students to
review their exams with their teachers.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS NOT MET
If the course expectations are not met achievement is impossible and students will
not receive a credit in that course. Questions about evaluations or marks, need to
be directed to the subject teacher first. If more information is needed contact your
Vice-Principal.
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APPEAL PROCEDURE
The student must follow the steps listed below; knowing that at any given stage the
issue may be resolved.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Student discusses the problem with the teacher
Student discusses the problem with their parent/guardian
Student sees a guidance counsellor or Vice-Principal
Counsellor/Vice-Principal meets with the teacher
Vice-Principal initiates a meeting with student/parent/guardian
and the teacher
6. Student/parent/guardian initiates a meeting with the Principal
School Code of Conduct
Standards of Behaviour
1. Respect, Civility and Responsible Citizenship
All members of the school community must:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
h)
i)
j)
Respect and comply with all laws,
Demonstrate honesty and integrity,
Respect differences in people, their ideas and opinions and rights,
Treat one another with dignity and respect at all times,
Treat others fairly, regardless of their race, ancestry, place of origin, colour,
ethnic origin, citizenship, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age or
disability,
Show proper care and regard for school property and the property of others,
Take appropriate measures to help those in need,
Respect persons who are in a position of authority,
Respect the needs of others to work in an environment of learning,
Seek school staff assistance, when necessary, to resolve conflict peacefully.
2. Safety
All members of the school community must not:
a) Engage in bullying behaviours,
b) Engage in any form of electronic communication directed to an individual or
group of people that is intended to cause (or should be known to cause) fear,
distress and or harm to other persons’ feelings, self - esteem, or reputation, or
that has a negative impact on the school climate,
c) Be in possession of any weapons,
d) Threaten or intimidate another person,
e) Be in possession of, under the influence of, or provide others (traffic) alcohol or
illegal drugs,
f) Inflict or encourage others to inflict bodily harm on another person,
g) Engage in hate propaganda,
h) Commit an act of vandalism that causes damage to school property,
i) Commit sexual assault.
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Progressive Discipline for Unacceptable Behaviour
The following are some of the consequences that may result from a student’s
violation of one or more parts of the School Code of Behaviour:
a) Informal interview between the student and the teacher
b) Formal interview between the student and Vice-Principal or Principal
c) Involvement of Guidance personnel
d) Parental involvement
e) Detentions by teacher or Vice-Principal
f) Assignment of student to a resource or other supervised location
g) Removal of privileges
h) Restorative Justice
i) Payment for damage
j) Imposition of a behavioural or performance contract
k) Use of Board Attendance Counsellors and Psychologists
l) Special time-tabling
m) Suspension (student may not be on school property)
n) Expulsion from Upper Grand District School Board
o) Use of Community Social Services
p) Use of Law Enforcement Officers
Appeal Procedures
If a student feels that a disciplinary action taken by school staff is unjust or
undeserved the student may:
a) Discuss the matter with the staff member concerned at a convenient time.
b) Arrange to bring the dispute to the attention of the appropriate Vice-Principal or
Guidance Counsellor (failing a resolution of the matter).
c) Bring the dispute to the attention of the Principal (failing a resolution of the
matter with a Vice-Principal or Guidance Counsellor).
DRESS CODE
Centennial’s dress code encourages respect and responsibility in school and our
community. Clothes are expected to be appropriate for a school community setting.
The following guidelines apply. Students who choose not to follow these guidelines
will be addressed and may face consequences.
Guidelines:
a) All clothing, front, back and sides, must cover the body from top of armpits
to thigh, and have straps or sleeves.
b) Undergarments should not be visible (including through sheer fabric).
c) Clothing illustrating alcohol, drugs, racial or religious slurs, inappropriate
language or slogans must not be worn.
d) Gang symbols or paraphernalia must not be worn.
e) Acceptable footwear must be worn at all times for health and safety
concerns.
f) Hats should be removed in the school upon staff request.
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ACADEMIC INTEGRITY (Plagiarism) Gr 9 – 12
(Taken from UGDSB Assessment and Evaluation Procedures Manual 606-A pages 7 and 8)
Academic Honesty
Academic honesty is the submission of original work. Due credit is given for original
ideas and expression of others, and there is honest disclosure of authorship,
assistance or group co-operations.
Academic Dishonesty
Academic dishonesty is a deliberate misrepresentation of work and includes
plagiarism, cheating or any other form of academic misrepresentation.
1.
All staff and students will maintain high standards of academic integrity.
2.
Students are responsible for providing evidence of their learning. It will be
made clear to students that there are consequences for cheating and
plagiarizing.
3.
Schools will refer to the Upper Grand District School Board’s handbook, Truth
or Consequences, for information about prevention and detection of cheating
and plagiarism and possible consequences for students who cheat or
plagiarise.
4.
The prime objective is to prevent instances of academic dishonesty (cheating
and plagiarism). Schools will promote academic honesty through:
a) Instruction - Explicit instruction in academic honesty will begin in
elementary school and continue throughout secondary school.
b) Assignment design - Teachers will design assignments that encourage
higher order thinking, making connections and a monitored process (in
stages).
5.
If academic dishonesty is suspected, the teacher will meet with the student and
will use professional judgement to determine the intentionality of the action.
Before consequences are applied, there must be clear evidence of deliberate
academic dishonesty.
6.
All instances of deliberate academic dishonesty in Grades 9 through 12 will be
reported to the school administration.
7.
Schools will develop policies and procedures that include a range of
consequences for deliberate academic dishonesty. These policies regarding
consequences must include progressive discipline for first and subsequent
offences. Consequences will reflect a continuum of responses based on the:
a) Maturity of the student;
b) Individual circumstances of the student;
c) Grade level of the student, and
d) Number and frequency of incidents.
Note: The continuum of consequences for cheating & plagiarism may include
academic penalties. (e.g. loss of marks up to loss of full marks, re-do part of all of
the work) and/or disciplinary action (e.g., removal from the course, suspension).
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Attendance Guidelines
General Information
Regular attendance at school is critical for students' learning and achievement in
classes. Students are expected to attend school regularly and be in all classes. The
most common cause of failure is absence.
Procedure If You Arrive Late to School & Classes
If you are not in your class by the time the National Anthem starts, wait quietly in the
front foyer or hallway until after the announcements. Then go directly to your first
period class. All late students at any time during the day will go directly to their
classes.
Procedure If You Are Absent From School All Day
If you have been away for medical reasons, return to school with a note signed by
your parents (or you may sign your own note if you are 18). Bring the note to the
Main Office. You will be given an admission slip which you will need to show to
each teacher of a missed class.
If you return to a class after being away, without an admission slip from the office,
your teacher will count the absence as a skip.
Procedure If You Are Going to Be Absent for An Extended Period due to
Medical Reasons
Inform your Vice-Principal and all your teachers. Submit a note from your parents
explaining why you will be absent. As soon as you are able to do work, have your
parents contact your Vice-Principal’s Administrative Assistant to arrange for work to
be picked up by them or a friend. Doctor’s notes are required for extended
absences due to illness.
Students Voluntarily Missing School for Extended Periods
Extended absences from secondary school are not recommended. There is a risk of
failure. Students must pick up Centennial’s temporary withdrawal form, inform
teachers in writing at least two weeks before they plan to be away from school, and
must return the completed form signed by all teachers to the main office.
1. Students and their families must take responsibility for missed work. Notes and
assignments can be recorded by another student in the class, doing extra work
ahead of time, completing missed work after their return, hiring a tutor or all of
the above.
2. Subjects such as technology, science, music, art, computers, drama, dance,
physical education etc. may have active components which cannot be
completed outside of the classroom. Students assume the risk of lower marks
or failure which may result from missing mandatory general expectations and
evaluations.
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Procedure if You are Leaving School During the Day
Under 18
Contact must be made with a parent/guardian, if you wish to leave the school during the
day through either a note or phone conversation. Only with parent's/guardian's and/or
the Vice-Principal's permission may you leave. You must sign out with the administrative
assistant to the Vice-Principal in the Main Office before leaving the school. With a note,
see your Vice-Principal’s Adminstrative Assistant before 9:00 a.m. to sign out for later in
the day (i.e. dentist/doctor appointment). You will be given an excusal slip to show your
teacher.
18 and Older
Senior students are allowed only 3 personal sign outs per semester. 18 year olds may
sign their own notes but are still accountable to the school attendance policy. You must
sign out with the administrative assistant to the Vice-Principal in the Main Office before
leaving the school.
Possible Consequences for Being Late to Class
Your teacher will issue consequences which may include the following:
■ Warning
■ Consequences the teacher feels are appropriate
(makeup of time, completion of missed work etc.)
■ Detention to be served with the teacher
■ Phone call home
Referral to the Vice-Principal
■ Vice-Principal will call your parents
■ Assign time in the detention room
■ Consequences will be given at the Vice-Principal’s discretion
(attendance contract, unable to compete in sports or clubs, etc.)
Absence Reporting
All subject teachers take attendance in their courses and record it electronically.
Absences for students on school-related business e.g. field trips, are recorded as
EXCUSALS. All other absences, including parent approved absences are recorded
simply as an absent.
Each night, a computer program will phone the homes of any students who were absent
in any of their classes, regardless of whether a parent has called in explaining the
reason for the absence.
Consequences of Skipping a Class
An electronic phone message will be sent home for each absence. When skipping
becomes chronic the teacher will first call home and then refer the student to the VicePrincipal who will implement strategies which may include:
■ meet to determine why the student has been missing classes.
■ assign in-school detentions in the Detention room during lunch. Students are
expected to catch up ALL the work missed.
■ withdrawal of off-campus lunch privileges.
■ contact parents.
■ arrange counselling with support personnel (Attendance Counsellor).
Grade 9 and 10 students Students with a failing grade will work with the attendance
counselor and Vice-Principal in an attempt to salvage the credits in a supervised study
space.
Grade 11 and 12 students At 20 absences students may be removed from the class. If
you are under 18, as you legally have to be in school; alternative placements for the
period will be examined including supervised study.
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Study Periods
These are work periods and not "spares" in the sense that they are not "free" time.
Study periods should be spent in the cafeteria or Learning Commons. Students are
not permitted to loiter in the halls or disrupt classes in progress.
Students Eighteen Years or Older
Students eighteen years or older assume responsibility for their decisions. They
may sign documents relating to their education. Students residing with their parents
are encouraged to continue to keep their parents informed. All rules of conduct and
attendance apply regardless of age. For parents of students 18 years or older to be
contacted and kept informed, we would suggest that you encourage your
son/daughter to provide us with written permission to that effect.
Students Sent out of Class
Report immediately to your Vice-Principal in the Main Office. Do not leave the office
until given permission by the Vice-Principal.
Given a Detention: Detentions: 12:00 - 12:35 p.m. in room C121
You MUST bring work or have reading to do. No talking, disrupting, eating, drinking
or use of electronic devices allowed.
General Guidelines
1. Drugs and Alcohol
The School Board prohibits the use of or possession of alcohol or drugs by students
while on Board property, at events sponsored by the Board or its schools, or in
circumstances in which there is a legitimate Board relationship. Students who
consume alcohol and then enter school property or who are under the influence of
or in the possession of drugs or alcohol, on school property or on school-sponsored
activities will receive an immediate suspension from school and co-curricular
activities.
Serious violations could result in a recommendation for expulsion. In all cases,
parents of students under eighteen years of age will be contacted and police
charges could result. Centennial provides alcohol and drug counseling with
Student Health Services. See your Guidance counselor or make an appointment in
the Guidance Centre.
2. Smoking, E-Cigarettes or Chewing Tobacco
In accordance with the Provincial laws smoking or chewing of tobacco by teachers,
students or visitors is not permitted on Centennial CVI property. Students under the
age of 16 may not be in possession of tobacco on school property. Students who
smoke or chew on Centennial CVI property will be referred to the Tobacco Control
Officer and will receive a fine.
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3. Equity & Bias Free Policy
It is the policy of the School Board to provide and maintain learning and working
environment of tolerance, fairness, justice and equality for all students, staff and to
those within the community it serves while recognizing and acknowledging the
diversity of race, colour, creed, and ethnicity. The Board and Centennial condemn
and refuse to ignore or to tolerate any expression of racial, religious, sexual
orientation, gender or ethnic bias in any form by its students and staff.
4. Violence Free Schools
Centennial fosters and maintains a safe environment for our students, staff and
community through the implementation of effective measures to deal with any
violent situation. Fights, verbal threats, racial, physical or sexual harassment or any
abuse, possession of weapons or threats to use weapons or the use of weapons
will be dealt with by SUSPENSIONS of three to twenty days or EXPULSION from
the Upper Grand District School Board. Bystanders who are instigating, provoking
or encouraging a fight may be SUSPENDED.
5. Field Trips and Extra-Curricular
Field trips are an important part of the educational program. Before leaving on a
field trip, students need to, notify the other teachers in advance, and complete
missed work.
Students with Life-Threatening Allergies or Asthma must have their
EpiPens and/or Inhalers before departing for a Field Trip or Sports.
During Field Trips:
■ Students must travel on board-approved transportation and return by the same
means.
■ Students are expected to meet the same standards of behaviour as in the
regular school setting. Students who commit a serious violation, will, at the
discretion of the Head Supervisor, be returned home. All expenses incurred
shall be borne by parents/guardians of the student(s).
6. Food and Drink
Students are encouraged to eat in the cafeteria rather than in the halls. Please
clean up your own garbage. Food and drink are not permitted in the classrooms.
Opened food and drink containers are not permitted in the academic corridors.
ALLERGY ALERT: Peanuts & Nuts and Food Containing Peanuts & Nuts
Are NOT Allowed in the School. We Have Students for Whom
Peanuts & Nut Products May Cause Life Threatening Reactions!
7. Green Team
Each day a different class with their teacher assist with the clean-up of the following
areas: cafeteria, front/tech. halls and grounds (weather permitting). Clean up only
takes 15 minutes and then the class will return with their teacher to their scheduled
class.
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8. Guidelines for Buy-Ins
Buy-Ins are a chance for students to purchase a ticket to support: school teams,
special events, performances etc. during class time.
Buy-Ins for offsite locations must include parent permission forms for students
under 18 years of age.
9. Security Cameras
The security cameras are in operation throughout the public areas in the school and
grounds. Students still need to be vigilant and to continue to report incidents they
may observe.
10. Skateboarding
School Board policy prohibits the use of skateboards on school property.
Skateboards are not permitted on school buses. In our Good Neighbour policy,
Centennial students are not permitted to skateboard at the townhouses or on any
part of our neighbours’ properties.
11. Snowball Policy
Students are reminded that throwing snowballs is not permitted. Students who
participate in this activity will be SUSPENDED.
12. Vandalism or Harassment
Contact the nearest staff member to intervene. We all are responsible for the safety
of our school community, its personal property and have the right for all of us to feel
safe and secure at school.
13. Visitors to the School
Students must prearrange with the Vice-Principal for their visitors to be on school
property. If approved, friends visiting from another school report to the Main Office
and state their name. The Trespass Act may be enforced by an authorized person
(administration, teacher, custodian, office assistant or police officer) if a visitor does
not report to the Main Office. Any student/visitor questioned by a staff member
must give polite and accurate responses, stating name, and nature of business.
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Information and Communication
Technologies
Student Use of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)
Communication Technology (ICT) is often the reference for a number of
technologies used in schools. The list includes chromebooks, interactive
whiteboards, cell phones, storage devices, laptops, desktops, tablet PC’s, gaming
devices, assistive and adaptive technologies, digital cameras, scanners, smart
cards and a range of content delivery methods.
ICT can have a significant positive impact on the learning environment. It is
understood that the learning environment that is created by teaching staff is critical
to the delivery of program and the improvement of student learning.
At Centennial C.V.I. it is expected that students will RESPECT the learning
environment. Students are responsible for the care, maintenance and security of
their personal devices. ICT device should be left unattended. It is recommended
that all ICT devices be safely secured in lockers.
Student expectations related to the use of personal ICT devices include:
1. Chromebooks, laptops, cell phones and other ICT devices are allowed to be on
and in use by students in the cafeteria and main hallway.
2. Students WILL “power-off” personal ICT devices, when entering the classroom,
and put them away so they are not visible.
3. Permission MAY be granted to students, by teachers, to “power-up” personal
ICT devices for use with coursework.
4. To respect individual privacy, permission MUST be obtained from the individual,
if over the age of 18, and from the individual’s parents, if under the age of 18,
before digital images or videos are taken. Failure to do this may result in
charges being laid by the police.
5. Cameras or other devices that record digital images are NOT permitted in
washrooms and change rooms.
6. In the case of a school emergency, students will “power-off” all ICT devices,
including those owned by the school, as outlined in the Emergency Response
Plan.
Failure to follow these expectations MAY result in the device being taken by the
teacher and given to an administrator. Students will have to see their Vice-Principal
in order to get their confiscated devices returned. The Vice-Principal will determine
when this will happen.
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Notes
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Name & Telephone Numbers
Name
Telephone #
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Phone Numbers
FIRE/POLICE/AMBULANCE - EMERGENCIES ............................................. 911
CRIME STOPPERS ..................................................................... 1-800-822-TIPS
HOSPITAL - Guelph General......................................................... 519-822-5350
Board Office - UGDSB ................................................................... 519-822-4420
Guelph Health Unit ........................................................................ 519-846-2715
Crisis Line....................................................... 519-821-0140 or 1-800-822-0140
Kids Help Line ............................................................................ 1-800-668-6868
Centennial Cafeteria ............................................................ 519-821-0360 x 349
CJOY Radio ................................................................................... 519-824-7000
UGDSB Continuing Education...................................................... 519-836-7280
Canadian Cab ................................................................................ 519-824-3110
Red Top Taxi.................................................................................. 519-821-1700
City of Guelph Transit .................................................................. 519-822-1811
UGDSB Transportation ................................................................ 519-824-4119
Denny Busline ............................................................................... 519-833-9117
First Student Busline ................................................................. 1-866-553-2462
Sharp Busline ............................................................................. 1-226-486-1034
Stock Busline ............................................................................. 1-519-658-9727
Student Transportation of Canada Busline……………………… 519-822-5225
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