What is Required of Students?

Students should learn to behave in ways that show respect for the safety and well-being of both themselves and others; they need to “actively participate” to benefit from instruction.

Section 31 of the Education Act (Statutes of Alberta, 2012, Chapter E-0.3), as amended, states that "A student, as a partner in education, has the responsibility to:

(a) attend school regularly and punctually,
(b) be ready to learn and actively engage in and diligently pursue the student’s education,
(c) ensure that the student’s conduct contributes to a welcoming, caring, respectful and safe learning environment that respects diversity and fosters a sense of belonging,
(d) respect the rights of others in the school,
(e) refrain from, report and not tolerate bullying or bullying behaviour directed toward others in the school, whether or not it occurs within the school building, during the school day or by electronic means,
(f) comply with the rules of the school and the policies of the board,
(g) co-operate with everyone authorized by the board to provide education programs and other services,
(h) be accountable to the student’s teachers and other school staff for the student’s conduct, and
(i) positively contribute to the student’s school and community.

Inappropriate Behaviour

The use of alcohol and the non-medical use of drugs must be viewed as safety hazards and are forbidden at all times. This prohibition extends to all school activities whether they take place inside the school or off school property. Bullying or harassment of any type must not be tolerated.