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Commit to Character

The information in this section is reprinted from the student agenda that is distributed to all elementary students in the Simcoe County District School Board.

Character Development in SCDSB Schools

The SCDSB works collaboratively to provide safe supportive environments for positive learning and working experiences for all students and staff. Board and school initiatives are designed to teach and encourage students to be positive, productive members of our community.  Character Development is the intentional modeling, teaching, and practicing of positive character traits and is an integral part of each day.  Character Development includes respecting others by listening, promoting responsibility and honesty, trusting and respecting the ideas of others, encouraging honest / responsible actions, respecting individual differences, as well as being responsible in learning. 

SCDSB Commit to Character Traits

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Integrity             We act justly and honourably in all that we do
Responsibility    We are accountable for our actions and we follow through on our 
                              commitments
Cooperation        We work together towards shared goals and purposes
Caring                We show kindness towards others
Respect             We treat ourselves, others and the environment with 
                               consideration and dignity
Optimism           We maintain a positive attitude and have hope for the future
Honesty             We behave in a sincere, trustworthy and truthful manner
Empathy            We strive to understand and appreciate the feelings and actions 
                               of others
Courage             We do the right thing, even when it’s difficult
Inclusiveness     We include everyone in what we do and value their unique 
                               contributions

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Bullying Prevention and Intervention

Providing students with an opportunity to learn and develop in a safe and respectful society is a shared responsibility in which school boards and schools play an important role.  Bullying prevention and intervention strategies foster a positive learning and teaching environment that supports academic achievement for all students and helps students reach their full potential.  A positive school climate is a crucial component of prevention.  Bullying adversely affects a school’s ability to educate its students, students’ ability to learn, as well as healthy relationships and the school climate.  The SCDSB expects staff, parents and students to work together to implement Bullying Prevention and Intervention Plans in their schools.  Bullying is typically a form of repeated, persistent, aggressive behaviour that is directed at an individual(s) that is intended to cause (or should be known to cause) fear, distress and/or harm to another person’s body, feelings, self-esteem, or reputation.  Bullying occurs in a context where there is real or perceived power imbalance. Bullying will not be accepted on school property, at school-related activities, on school buses, or in any other circumstances (e.g., online) where engaging in bullying has a negative impact on the school climate.  Schools will have a range of prevention and intervention strategies in place.  Progressive discipline may also include a range of interventions, supports and consequences when bullying behaviour has occurred, with a focus on improving behaviour.  Bullying has been added to the list of infractions for which suspension must be considered.

Kids Help Line

Most students will talk to their parents, other family members, teachers and friends about things that are bothering them. While we hope that students can get the support they need from this circle, on occasion, some students might like to talk with an objective person that is not involved in their day-to-day lives.

The Kids Help Line at 1-800-668-6868 or www.kidshelpphone.ca is a 24/7, free, professional counselling service for children and teens.