Student Expectations at School

It is expected that all students at Ian Bazalgette School adhere to the Calgary Board of Education's Student Code of Conduct.

Further to this and specific to Ian Bazalgette School, we expect all students to:

  • Be on time to school and to class. 
  • Attend all classes! Stay in class for the duration, students are not permitted to leave without teacher permission.
  • Do assignments in class and homework. This work should be completed on time and to the best of your ability. Ask for help – we are here for you.
  • Keep backpacks, purses etc. in lockers. (please note: students are not permitted to sell goods out of their lockers)
  • Be polite, courteous and respectful of the rights of others.
  • Comply with all staff requests.  If you feel the request is unreasonable, respectfully ask to discuss the matter at an appropriate time.
  • Comply with all school and Calgary Board of Education regulations and expectations.

Students who are unable to meet these expectations and behaviours listed in the CBE Code of Conduct will receive consequences for their behaviour.  This may include, but is not limited to:

  • Detentions
  • Community service
  • Restarts
  • In-school suspensions
  • Out of school suspensions

Teachers and/or administration will be in contact with parents when students are not meeting school behaviour expectations.

When students are sent to the office and referred to administration for their behavior, they will need to complete a CASE STATEMENT.  This procedure will be reviewed with homeroom classes so that all students understand this process.

The following situations, but not limited to, could result in an in-school suspension, out of school suspension, recommendation for expulsion, or police involvement. 

  • Fights, assaults and/or physical interference 
  • Bullying (physical or verbal)
  • Threats or other severely disruptive behaviour directed towards staff or other students. This can include but is not limited to: foul language, racial slurs, rude gestures or rude/defiant/abusive behaviour etc.
  • Online threats or bullying which impacts the school environment
  • Defiance – refusing to follow an adult’s request
  • Theft
  • Vandalism
  • Smoking, drug use or the consumption of alcohol on school property or during the school day.

The following situations could result in a formal suspension potentially for expulsion:

  •  use, possession of, or active contact with, weapons or threats 
  • use, possession of, distribution of, or active contact with drugs or alcohol
  • personal or sexual harassment
  • physical violence
  • threats against staff or other students in the building

Inappropriate behaviour is usually able to be addressed on the spot by school staff.  Inappropriate behaviour becomes a major situation when it is persistent or threatens the safety of students and staff.

Prohibited Items

Students may not possess the following items on school property:

  • Items for the use of gambling
  • Weapons and/or look-alikes, alcoholic beverages, narcotics, drugs of any kind, cigarettes, which includes e-cigarettes, vapes and related equipment, tobacco products, marijuana, inhalants, bear mace, electric shockers, laser pointers, cigarette lighters, matches, stink bombs, and any items that are offensive 
  • Food items: sunflower seeds, energy drinks, pixie sticks, and peanuts in the shell
  • SMOKING e-cigarettes, vapes or other drugs is not allowed at any time within the buildings or on the school property.

Fighting/Bullying

Fighting in the school or on school property, and/or on the way to or from school will not be tolerated.  Our school’s policy is to investigate all situations which involve physical assaults; this often results in the suspension of students involved. Police may also be involved when deemed appropriate by the school administration. Bullying is not acceptable behaviour. Students will receive consequences if they choose to bully, harass or intimidate others. Students are encouraged to inform us if they experience problems. This information is kept in strict confidence.

Student Expectations on Field Trips

Throughout the year teachers will be planning a variety of field trips.  Attending a field trip is a privilege as students are representatives of Ian Bazalgette School.  If there have been behaviour concerns, safety concerns etc. leading up to the trip, students may lose field trip privileges at the school’s discretion.  Teachers would communicate this to parents in advance of the field trip.

Spectator Expectations at Athletic Events

  • Students watching an athletic event must either have a teacher sponsor or a parent accompany them
  • Offer constructive support to our teams and avoid criticizing the opposition
  • Show appreciation of good plays by both teams
  • As a host, welcome the visitors as guests, offering all possible assistance
  • As a visitor, respect the property of the host school, and accept the host’s regulations
  • Recognize and accept an official’s (referee) decision as final
  • Knowing how to lose and how to win is an important character trait. Accept either victory or defeat graciously, respecting the efforts of everyone.