Safe and accepting schools
Learn how we create safe, inclusive and accepting school environments where everyone — students, staff, parents and the community — feels welcome, safe and respected.
Our commitment to school safety
We are committed to a safe and inclusive public education system where students and staff can learn and work in a positive and respectful school environment.
Under the Education Act, we’re making schools safe and accepting by:
- promoting positive student behaviour
- providing early and ongoing intervention
- preventing inappropriate behaviour
- addressing it with appropriate consequences and supports
Code of Conduct
Understand the Provincial Code of Conduct for the school system and learn about the rules for topics such as vaping and cellphones in the classroom.
Positive school environments
Learn how a positive school climate and safe learning and teaching environment are essential for students to succeed in school.
Bullying
Learn what to watch for, what you can do and where you can go to get help if your child is being bullied.
School bus safety
Learn what students can do to stay safe when riding a school bus and the rules when driving near them.
Progressive discipline
Learn how schools address inappropriate behaviour by using a progressive discipline approach.
Suspensions and expulsions
Learn about what happens if your child is suspended or expelled from school and the support available.
Cannabis and schools
Rules for recreational cannabis at school, on school property and at school-related activities.
Cellphones and schools
Rules for keeping cellphones and mobile devices turned off and put away at school.
Student mental health
Learn how we provide students with the knowledge and skills to care for their mental health and well-being.
Safe arrivals
Learn how schools account for student attendance and tell parents when their child doesn’t arrive at school.
Information for schools and school boards
Find policies and resources related to:
- safe and accepting schools
- bullying prevention and intervention planning
- community safety
- discipline and promoting positive school climates
- reporting serious student incidents at school
Related
Your child’s education: a parent guide to our school system