Student Handbook 2010-11

2010-2011 WCI STUDENT PLANNER
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS....................................................................................................................................... 1
WELCOME.......................................................................................................................................................... 3
SCHOOL YEAR CALENDAR............................................................................................................................... 4
REGULAR DAY BELL

SCHEDULE……………………………………………………………………………..……………….. ........................... 5
IMPORTANT DATES TABLE............................................................................................................................... 6
COURSE ENHANCEMENTS............................................................................................................................... 7
ATTENDANCE .................................................................................................................................................... 8
ATTENDANCE POLICY ............................................................................................................................................. 4
ATTENDANCE REPORTING PROCEDURES ....................................................................................................................
ABSENCES: VALID REASONS .....................................................................................................................................
EXTENDED ABSENCES..............................................................................................................................................
STUDENTS ENROLLED IN CO-OPERATIVE EDUCATION COURSES ...................................................................................
STUDENTS 18 AND OVER ........................................................................................................................................ 9
LATE PROCEDURES .................................................................................................................................................
CONSEQUENCES FOR ABSENCES AND LATE ARRIVALS TO CLASSES ..............................................................................
CONSEQUENCES FOR ABSENCES AND EXTRA-CURICULAR ACTIVITIES ...........................................................................
TEXTBOOKS ...................................................................................................................................................... 9
STUDENT ACTIVITIES AT WCI

GRADE 9 VIKING INTEGRATION PROGRAMME (VIP) .............................................................................................10
GETTING INVOLVED ............................................................................................................................................ 11
STUDENT LEADERSHIP/ ABCD ............................................................................................................................. 11
POINT SYSTEM ...................................................................................................................................................13
PLANNING FOR YOUR OSSD...........................................................................................................................14

VALUABLE INFORMATION IS JUST A "CLICK” AWAY...........................................................................................15
PLANNING YOUR NEXT STEPS AFTER HIGH SCHOOL ....................................................................................................... 4
CAREER EXPLORATION........................................................................................................................................ 4
POST SECONDARY EXPLORATION ........................................................................................................................ 4
MISCELLANEOUS ................................................................................................................................................. 4
SCHOLARSHIPS ................................................................................................................................................... 4
ASSESSMENT EVALUATION AND REPORTING GUIDELINES ...........................................................................................16
EXAMINATIONS ................................................................................................................................................21
STUDY ENVIRONMENT ............................................................................................................................................ 4
STUDY STRATEGIES ............................................................................................................................................... 4
W RITING THE EXAM ............................................................................................................................................... 4
YOUR EXAM SCHEDULE.......................................................................................................................................... 4
EXAM DATES ......................................................................................................................................................... 4
CONFLICTS ........................................................................................................................................................... 4
STUDY LOCATIONS AT HOME/SCHOOL ..................................................................................................................... 4
LATE ARRIVAL - EXAMINATIONS ............................................................................................................................... 4
EXPECTATIONS W HILE W RITING EXAMINATIONS ........................................................................................................ 4
CANCELLATIONS OF EXAMINATIONS DUE TO INCLEMENT W EATHER CONDITIONS .......................................................... 4
STUDENT TIMETABLES ............................................................................................................................................ 4

FULL DISCLOSURE ........................................................................................................................................... 4
CODE OF CONDUCT: GENERAL DEPORTMENT.............................................................................................24
BOARD POLICY RE: BULLYING PREVENTION AND INTERNTION .....................................................................................24
BOARD POLICY OF NON-TOLERANCE......................................................................................................................25
MAINTAINING WCI AS A SAFE AND SECURE SCHOOL ..................................................................................................
WCI’S NEIGHBOURS .............................................................................................................................................26
SMOKING ................................................................................................................................................................
CHEWING TOBACCO .................................................................................................................................................
FOOD .....................................................................................................................................................................
FACILITIES ..............................................................................................................................................................
INTERRUPTIONS TO THE CLASSROOM ........................................................................................................................
LOST AND FOUND ....................................................................................................................................................
LOCKERS .............................................................................................................................................................27
MUSIC PLAYERS ......................................................................................................................................................
PHONES: STUDENT USE ...........................................................................................................................................
PARKING (CARS, MOTORCYCLES, BICYCLES)..............................................................................................................
PERSONAL APPEARANCE AND DRESS .....................................................................................................................28
SKATEBOARDS AND ROLLER BLADES.........................................................................................................................
SNOWBALLS/SNOWBALL THROWING ..........................................................................................................................
STAYING AFTER SCHOOL..........................................................................................................................................
VISITORS TO THE SCHOOL .......................................................................................................................................
DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP.......................................................................................................................................29
ATHLETES / ATHLETICS AT WCI

INVOLVEMENT IN WCI TEAMS AND OTHER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES .................................................................................. 4
GYM CLASSES....................................................................................................................................................... 4
ATHLETIC CODE OF CONDUCT................................................................................................................................. 4
BASIC EXTRACURRICULAR ATHLETIC COSTS............................................................................................................32
SCHOOL SERVICES AND RESOURCES ..........................................................................................................33
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES ......................................................................................................................................
CAFETERIA SERVICES ..............................................................................................................................................
CUSTODIAL SERVICES ..............................................................................................................................................
COUNSELLING SERVICES .......................................................................................................................................29
HEALTH SERVICES ...................................................................................................................................................
POLICE LIAISON .......................................................................................................................................................
SECRETARIAL SERVICES ..........................................................................................................................................
SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES ................................................................................................................................
STUDENT SUCCESS………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
COMMUNITY SUPPORT LINES ........................................................................................................................35
LIBRARY RESOURCE CENTRE........................................................................................................................37
TECHNOLOGICAL PROPERTY – ACCEPTABLE USE PROCEDURE................................................................ 4

SCHOOL MAPS ...................................................................................................................................................... 4
MISSION STATEMENT
Waterloo Collegiate Institute:
Our Mission is to value

diversity, work toward
excellence and inspire a
passion for living.
INTRODUCTION
This is your WCI Student Planner for 2010-2011. It is intended for student and parental use and we are pleased
to provide it free-of-charge to each student registered at WCI.
I encourage each student to pursue excellence in their academics, and to become involved in the athletics and
activities available at WCI. Co-curricular involvement can help develop a passion for school and life. The
teachers, the administration and all the support staff of WCI look forward with keen excitement to joining our
students on their journey to excellence! We are partners in your school experience.
Please take the time to reflect on our mission and join the entire school in striving to live it daily. The statements
in the Mission are very important to our school and our community. I wish you a productive and fulfilling year and
look forward to your contributions throughout 2010-2011!
Ms. J. Shortreed, Principal

SCHOOL YEAR CALENDAR
REGULAR DAY BELL SCHEDULE
Waterloo Collegiate Institute - Regular Day Bell Schedule

Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5
Opening Exercises OE OE OE OE OE
1 8:14 → 9:15 A C A A B
2 9:19 → 10:20 B D B D D
3 10:24 → 11:25 E E C E C
4 11:29 → 12:30 F F H F H
5 12:34 → 1:35 I G I J G
6 1:39 → 2:40 J H J G I
GR 9 LUNCH PERIOD 3 C – E COMBINATION
GR 10 LUNCH PERIOD 4 F – H COMBINATION
GR 11/12 LUNCH ONE OF C - E, C - F, H - E, H - F OR OTHER
Special 10 Period Day

Block Time
8:14 → 8:15
A 8:15 → 8:50
B 8:54 → 9:29
D 9:33 → 10:08
C 10:12 → 10:47
E 10:51 → 11:26
F 11:30 → 12:05
H 12:09 → 12:44
G 12:48 → 1:23
I 1:27 → 2:02
J 2:06 → 2:40
IMPORTANT DATES TABLE
NOTE: These dates may be subject to change.
Reporting Dates
Official Provincial Report Cards (Terms 1, 2 and 4)
Friday, November 26, 2010 (Teacher Mark Submission –Nov. 10, 2010);
OUAC Submission Date: Nov. 11, 2010; OCAS Submission Date: Nov. 18,
2010
Thursday, February 17, 2011 (Teacher Mark Submission –Feb. 08, 2011);
OUAC Submission Date: Feb. 14, 2011; OCAS Submission Date: Feb. 10,
2011
Tuesday,July 12, 2011 (Teacher Mark Submission –See marking plan);
OCAS Submission Date: June 29, 2011; OUAC Submission Date: July 5,
2011;
Interim Third Quarter Report Card (Term 3)
• Thursday, April 21, 2011 (Teacher Mark Submission – April 11, 2011);
OUAC Submission Date: Apr. 27, 2011; OCAS Submission Date: Apr. 21,
2011
Student Orientation Dates • Grade 8 Parent Night – Thursday, December 2, 2010 (7-9 PM)
• Grade 8 Magnet Information Night – Tuesday, January 11, 2011
• Spring Grade 8 Orientation Dates – Thursday, May 26, 2011
Full Disclosure • Thursday, February 24, 2011
Parent-Teacher Dates • Year 1 Parent Information Night (grade 9 only) – Tuesday, September 28,
2010; 7 PM - 9 PM, Auditorium
• Parents/Teacher interviews (all grades/all programs) – Monday, December 6,
2010 - 3:30- 5:00 / 6:30 - 9 PM
Commencement • Friday, November 5, 2010 @ WCI

Professional Activity Days • Thursday, September 2, 2010
• Friday, November 5, 2010
• Wednesday, February 2, 2011
• Friday, April 8, 2011
• Wednesday, June 29, 2011
• Thursday, June 30, 2011
Ministry Mandated Dates • Thanksgiving – Monday, October 11, 2010

• Winter Break – Dec 20, 2010 - Dec 31, 2010
• February Family Day – Monday, February 21, 2011
• March Break - March 14 - 18, 2011
• Easter Weekend – April 22 – 25, 2011
• Victoria Day – Monday, May 23, 2011
Pre-Exam Non-Testing Days • January 21 - 25, 2011

• June 17 - 21, 2011
Examinations • Wednesday, January 26 – Tuesday, February 1, 2011

• Wednesday, June 22 – Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Provincial Assessment Dates • Ontario Comprehension Assessment: Monday, September 20, 2010—Block A
• Ontario Secondary School Literacy Test: Thursday, March 31, 2011
• Grade 9 Assessment of Mathematics Timeframe: Monday, June 6 –
Thursday, June 10, 2011
• Wednesday, September 15, 2010 • Wednesday, February 9, 2011

School Council Meetings
(last meeting of ’09-’10 Council) • Wednesday, March 9, 2011
(WCI Library: 7:00 pm)
• Wednesday, October 13, 2010 • Wednesday, April 6, 2011
(Inaugural Meeting ’10-’11 Council) • Wednesday, May 11, 2011
• Wednesday, November 10, 2010 • Wednesday, June 8, 2011
• Wednesday, December 8, 2010 • Wednesday, September 14, 2011
• Wednesday, January 12, 2011
• Jr. Awards Assembly – Thursday, June 9, 2011

Awards Assemblies • Sr. Awards Assembly – Friday, June 10, 2011
University/College Rep Visits • September – December 2010 (3:00 – 4:00 p.m.) (To be chosen)
COURSE ENHANCEMENTS
Area Grade Course Comment
BUSINESS 11 BAF 3MI $25 workbook*
BUSINESS 10, 11 BTT 1OI, 2OI $5 for print credits
COOP 11, 12 GWL 3OI $30 for Coop Employer Appreciation Luncheon at Year-End
($15 for the student and $15 for the community employer); $8
(optional workbook)
FAMILY STUDIES 9 HFN 1OI $15 fee for consumables
FAMILY STUDIES 10 HFN 2OI $15 fee for consumables
FAMILY STUDIES 12 HFA 4MI $15 fee for consumables
FAMILY STUDIES 10 HIF 2OI $5 for consumables – student pays for sewing kit & materials
FAMILY STUDIES 11 HNC 3OI Student pays for sewing materials
FAMILY STUDIES 12 HNB 4OI Student pays for sewing materials
LANGUAGES 9 FEF1DI $27.25 Discovering French Rouge
LANGUAGES 9 FSF1DI $10 Sans frontieres
LANGUAGES 9 FSF1PI $12 Quoi de Neuf
LANGUAGES 10 FSF2DI/W $14 Destinations 4: workbook
LANGUAGES 10 FEF 2DI $27.25 Discovering French Rouge
LANGUAGES 11 FSF3UI $16 Nouvelles Frontieres
LANGUAGES 11 FEF 3UI To be announced
LANGUAGES 12 FEF/FSF 4UI/W $6 Nouveaux Horizons: package + $4 for AP
LANGUAGES 10 LVL ADI $7
LANGUAGES 11 LVL BDI $7
LANGUAGES 10 LWG BDI $10
LANGUAGES 11 LWG CUI To be announced
LANGUAGES 10 LWS BDI $22 Avancemos workbook
LANGUAGES 11 LWS CUI To be announced
LANGUAGES 12 LWS DUI To be announced
MATH 9 – 12 All Courses Need a scientific calculator
MUSIC 11 AMG 3OI $15 workbook
PHYS ED 9 – 12 All Courses Uniform: $15 shorts; $10 T-shirt
PHYS ED 10 Gr. 10 Live Fit $25 - $35 for Off-Campus Activities
PHYS ED 11 Gr. 11 Live Fit $35 - $45 for Off-Campus Activities
PHYS ED 12 PSE4UI $6 Anatomy workbook
PHYS ED 12 Gr. 12 Off- Fees are very dependent upon the program chosen. Fees are
Campus Phys advertised in advance. It is possible to participate completely
Ed with no fees. Sample fees: $40 golf; $25 Jujitsu, etc.
PHYS ED 10 PPZ 2OY $50 - $60 for weight room fee, t-shirt and off campus
Power Fit activities
PHYS ED 11 PPZ 3OY $50 - $60 for weight room fee, t-shirt & off campus activities
Power Fit
SCIENCE 11, 12 All Biology: $7 for preserved specimens and biotechnology kits
Chemistry: $7 for consumables
Physics: $7 for electronic probe ware
STUDENT All Grades $25 for a student card
ACTIVITIES $39 for a yearbook
$57 (combo student card and yearbook)
TECH 10 – 12 Communication $20 charge for tool kit.
Technology
TECH 10 – 12 Construction Student pays for wood used in special projects.
Technology
VISUAL ARTS 10 AVI 2OI, 2OX, $15 for consumables
2OZ (Including
ELL)
VISUAL ARTS 11 AVI 3MI $20 for consumables
VISUAL ARTS 11 ASM 3OI, AWQ $30 for consumables
3O1
VISUAL ARTS 12 AVI 4MI, AWQ $30 for consumables
4MI, AWR 4MI
* - charged only if item is defaced, damaged, written in –
otherwise, it is provided free to the student
Notes:
1. The basic cost of materials and activities for courses/programs is provided through school operating budgets.
2. Course fees are charged only for supplies, services or activities, which are considered enhancements to
programs/courses. These fees are estimates and may change but are for cost recovery ONLY.
3. Students/families requiring financial assistance should contact any staff member who will ensure that the
students’ needs are addressed in an appropriate, sensitive and confidential manner.
4. All textbooks/instruments/pieces of equipment are loaned to students at no charge. However, when they are
returned in damaged form, or are lost, it is expected that the student/parent/guardian will reimburse the school
for the cost of the textbook.
ATTENDANCE
Attendance Policy
All students under the age of 18 are required to attend school each day as directed by new Ontario legislation passed in
2007.
It is the policy of WCI to promote and encourage regular school attendance and punctuality for our students. Our WCI staff
members believe attendance and punctuality are essential to achieving success in school and workplace. It is the
responsibility of students, parent/guardian and school staff to encourage good attendance.
Any absence of 15 or more days requires a formal report to be filed with our WCI Social Worker.
Absence Reporting Procedures

If you know you are going to be absent for any reason please:
• Report an absence before it happens: To validate an absence a parent/guardian must send a note or call the Main
Office (519-884-9590) within 48 hours.
• Report an absence as it occurs: Students who need to leave school during the day because of an appointment or
illness must sign out at the Main Office. If a student is under 18, a telephone call to the parent or guardian is required
to approve/validate the absence.
• Report an absence after it happens: To validate the absence on or before the day the student returns to school a
parent/guardian must send a note or call the Main Office (519-884-9590)
• Illness/Emergency: If illness or emergency occurs off school property during the school day, immediately telephone the
school to validate the absence.
• Leaving/Entering School: Students must sign-in and sign-out if they enter or leave school at times other than their
regular schedule would dictate. Students must provide a valid reason for each sign-in/sign-out occurrence.
Absences: Valid Reasons
The following are considered valid reasons for absence from school:
• Illness (documentation)
• Medical/dental appointments (documented)
• Bereavement/funerals
• School-sponsored activities
• Religious holidays
• Suspension, health/safety concerns or weather
Absences for any other reason are invalid. If in doubt, consult an administrator.
Extended Absences
Any extended absence of:
• 3 or more consecutive days must be reported to a Vice Principal by student & parent/guardian
• 5 or more consecutive days for any reason require the completion of a Temporary Student Withdrawal on Short
Term Basis–Parent/Legal Guardian Request form before the absences occur.
Absence of 15 or more days results in a formal report filed with our WCI Social Worker.
Students Enrolled in Co-operative Education Courses

Attendance is mandatory:
• Monday afternoon of each week for students taking the In-School Co-operative Education course
• Tuesday to Friday afternoons each week for students taking the Out-of-School Co-operative Education course(s)
Attendance will be monitored closely by our Co-operative Education Teachers and recorded accurately on the Weekly Log
Activity Report.
All unreported absences are invalid unless specifically negotiated by the supervisor/ cooperative education teacher/monitor
and documented on the student's Work Education Agreement Form.
Absences must be reported promptly by phoning the WCI Co-operative Education Office at 519-884-8806.
Students 18 and Over

Students 18 and over must submit a Request for Adult Student Status form signed by student and parent/guardian and the
student, acknowledging that the student has reached the age of 18. The Request for Adult Student Status form also
acknowledges that the student will take full responsibility for decisions concerning their education including the ability to sign
him/herself out with their own notes. The signed form will be kept on file in the Main Office.
Teachers may request further documentation to substantiate any absences. Tests, quizzes or exams must be written on the
assigned dates. Sign-in/sign-out privileges may be revoked if necessary. Valid reasons are listed on the previous page.
Late Procedures
Period One: Students with first period classes are expected to be in their first period classrooms before the bell rings at
8:15am. Students late for their first period must report to the Late Desk located in the hallway outside/near the Main Office.
All Other Periods: If late for any other periods, each student will proceed directly to his/her classroom. The teacher will
record student lates on attendance bubble sheets. Attendance bubble sheets will be sent to the Main Office at the
beginning of the period. Chronic lates are to be referred to an administrator.
Consequences for Absences and Late Arrivals to Classes

Students with invalid or frequent absences and lates will be seen by a Vice-Principal and assigned consequences.
Consequences for Absences and Extra-Curricular Activities

All students of Waterloo Collegiate Institute are expected to be good ambassadors of the school.
In order to participate in an extra-curricular activity, students must attend classes regularly, unless the coach/teacher
supervisor or office has been forewarned of a valid reason for an absence.
Excessive absences or the failure to consistently achieve satisfactory academic success in any course may lead to the loss
of a student’s privilege to participate in any extra-curricular activity.
In such cases, the decision to withdraw the student from that activity will be made by the subject teacher in conjunction with
the coach/teacher supervisor, consulting when necessary, the Head of Physical Education and/or an administrator.
When a concern arises, the following process needs to be carried forth:
1) The teacher speaks to the coach/teacher supervisor

2) The coach/teacher supervisor speaks to the student
If the teacher is still not satisfied with the outcome, a team approach will be taken to discuss the student’s progress in that
course. The team will be comprised of the student, the teacher, the coach/teacher supervisor, the Head of Physical Education
when it concerns a sport and an administrator. It may also include the parent(s). Furthermore, the student may be put on
contract until the situation improves.
TEXTBOOKS
• Textbooks are loaned to the students at no cost with the understanding that the texts will be safeguarded
for the duration of the course.
• Textbooks are expensive and must be safeguarded from marking, damage, theft, etc. Students are
responsible for their texts once the texts have been issued to them and must be returned in the same
condition as at the time of the loan of the texts.
• Students must return course textbooks to the subject teacher when requested at the completion of the
course or at the time of withdrawal from the course or as requested as per school/department policies.
• In the case of a final examination in a particular course, the text must be returned at least one half hour
prior to the scheduled exam or as requested by the teacher of that course.
• Textbooks lost or damaged are the sole responsibility of the student to whom the textbook was loaned
and appropriate charges will be applied in the case of loss or damage or failure to return textbook(s)
when requested.
STUDENT ACTIVITIES AT WCI
Grade 9 - VIKING INTEGRATION PROGRAMME (VIP)

• In the fall of 2006, WCI pioneered a Grade 9 Mentoring Program with solid success and we are
continuing this program throughout the school year 2010-2011.
• This is a compulsory non-credit program to familiarize each new Viking with WCI, our practices and
routines as well as our extra-curricular activities.
• This not only supports the many academics, athletics and activities at the school but also enhances
student success by reinforcing behavioural and academic expectations.
• The entire grade 9 student population is divided into 16 separate VIP sections each with a volunteer pair
of senior student mentors as well as a volunteer teacher advisor. This is listed in C block on grade 9
student timetables as VIPLUN-01 or VIPLUN-02 or VIPLUN-03 or … VIPLUN-16. The intent of this
coding will be explained to all grade 9 students during the first week of classes.
GETTING INVOLVED
One of the keys to success at high school is getting involved outside of the classroom.
Waterloo Collegiate offers a very wide range of co-instructional opportunities. The following
are just a partial sample of the programmes traditionally supported by the staff and students of
WCI:
Leadership: Homeroom Representatives (Student Council, Athletic, Charity and
Environment Reps), Student Council Executive (ABCD), Viking Charity
Crew, Junior Leadership
Performing Arts: Coffee Houses, Concept, WCI Idol, Fashion Show, Multicultural Show,
WCI Has Talent, special assemblies
Publications: Norse Star (newspaper), Saga (yearbook), Literary Magazine, Writer’s
Guild
Music: Junior Bands and Orchestras, Senior Bands and Orchestras, Concert
Band, Jazz Band, Spirit Band, Choir, Music nights
Clubs: Debating Team, Math Leagues & Contests, Inter-school Christian
Fellowship, Muslim Students Association, Spirit Club, Federal-Provincial
Conference Simulation, Reach for the Top, Human Rights Club, DECA,
Japanese Animation Club, Saturnalia (Latin), Skills Canada, GSA (Gay-
Straight Alliance), Dragon Boating, Enviro Team, Fishing Club, WAYVE
(Working Against Youth Violence Everywhere), Gourmet Club, Animal
Rights Club, Science Club
Special Events: Dances, Assemblies, Grade 9 Party, Grad Auction, Dress-up days,
Sports Nights, Movie Nights, Spirit of Waterloo, Spirit Wear, Valentine’s
Formal, Charity and Food Drives, Athletic Banquet, Human Rights Week,
Fast for Freedom, Relay for Life
Athletics: Basketball, Volleyball, Swimming, Track & Field, Cross-Country Running,
Field Hockey, Nordic and Alpine Skiing, Football, Curling, Tennis, Soccer,
Hockey, Golf, Badminton, Rugby, Softball
Each year, new and exciting activities begin at WCI. If you’d like to find out how to start a new
activity at WCI, drop by the Student Activities Office and talk to Mr. Nickel.
STUDENT LEADERSHIP
Waterloo Collegiate has a proud history of active, dedicated student leaders who are highly respected members
of the school community because of their many contributions to it. ABCD is the executive group which directs
student government at WCI. The acronym, “ABCD”, represents the Board of Control and Athletic Directorate that
make up our Student Government. There are a number of ways to get involved with ABCD.
The Student Council (made up of ABCD and Class Councillors) meets regularly throughout the year to make
decisions affecting the entire student body and ensure the effective flow of information from ABCD to
homerooms. Class Councillors (along with Athletic Reps, Charity Reps and Environment Reps) are selected in
Homerooms in mid-September.
In addition to becoming involved in student leadership through homerooms, it is also important to come out to
events, to be informed by visiting the Activities Office and checking the counter for activities to sign up for, and to
participate in non-elected leadership opportunities such as Junior Leadership and Viking Crew.
For students who have demonstrated leadership contributions and who wish to take on a significant leadership
role in the school, ABCD is the executive body of Student Council. There are two ways to become an ABCD
member. You can either run in Student Council elections in April of the previous year, or you can apply for an
appointed position in the weeks following the Student Council Elections.
The positions that are obtained through Student Council ELECTIONS are:
• Co-Mayors
• Boys and Girls Athletic Commissioners
• Spirit Directors
• 5 Board of Control Positions
Public Relations Controller
Arts Controller
Activities Controller
Events Controller
Grad Club Coordinator
The positions that are obtained through an APPLICATION process are:

• Assemblies Directors
• Awards Directors
• Charities Controllers
• Communications Controller
• Environment Controller
• Equity & Inclusion Coordinator
• Executive Assistant
• General Services Controller
• Health & Well-Being Coordinator
• Human Relations Controller
• Human Rights Coordinator
• Junior Activities Director
• Junior Events Director
• Literary Coordinator
• Media Coordinator
• Publicity
• Special Events Coordinator
• Student Life Coordinator
• Technical Controller
• VIP Coordinator
A position on ABCD is a fantastic way to develop leadership skills, meet new people and make a
lasting contribution to the WCI community. For more information on how to get involved in Student
Leadership, talk to Mr. Nickel (Director of Student Activities) and current members of ABCD.
The members of the 2010-11 Student Council Executive (ABCD) are as follows:
Co-Mayor ...................................Nathaniel Christopher

Co-Mayor .............................................. Carly Tithecott
Girls Athletic Commissioner .................. Lindsay Taylor
Boys Athletic Commissioner................... Jacob Ranton
Activities Controller ................................. Abdul Zahabi
Arts Controller ............................................... Kerri Lee
Assemblies Director ........................ Adam Christopher
Assemblies Director .................................... Emily Sehl
Awards Director..........................................Alex House
Awards Director............................................Laura Kim
Awards Director......................................Jacob Winkler
Charities Controller ......................Mitchell Cheeseman
Charities Controller ............................. Arushi Sachdev
Charities Controller ................................. Sarah Strban
Communications Controller .................. Eric Mazumdar
Constitutional Controller ......................... Dennis Beeby
Environment Controller.............................Carly Spitzer
Environment Controller......................Julie Van de Valk
Equity & Includsion Controller .................Christina Tan
Events Controller.............................. Andreas Arvanitis
Executive Assistant .............................Alex Despotovic
General Services Controller ........................Ryan Potts
Grad Club Director. ............................... Jaslyn English
Health & Well-Being Coordinator.........Lynn Dabrowski
Human Relations Controller ............... Sandeep Manku
Human Relations Controller ................. Maheen Sohail
Human Rights Coordinator..........................Thea Enns
Junior Activities Director..........................Stuart Fowler
Junior Events Director ............................ Khorshid Rad
Literary Coordinator .......................... Katie MacKinnon
Publicity Director ..................................... Elyse Mulhall
Publicity Director ................................... Victoria Waind
Publicity Director ............................................Erin Way
Public Relations Controller ................ Elizabeth Radtke
Special Events Coordinator................. Mitchell Jewson
Spirit Director .........................................Sukhi Chuhan
Spirit Director. ....................................... Lucas Oldfield
Student Life Coordinator .......... Ashley Hammerbacher
Technical Controller ...................................Alex Bryant
Technical Controller ........................ Rachel Thevenard
VIP Coordinator................................. Melissa Breckles
POINTS SYSTEM
WCI’s point system is based on excellence in the three “A’s” – Academics, Athletics and
Activities (including musical, creative and performing arts and clubs). Students may earn a
letter (the “W”) in each of these three areas by meeting the following rigorous standards:
4 Years 5 Years
@ WCI @ WCI
White W (Academics) 3 or more years of High 4 or more years or 3 consecutive
Honours (80%+ average based years of High Honours (80%+
on June report) * average based on June report) *
Blue W (Activities) 8 points (with a maximum of 3 10 points (with a maximum of 3
points/year) – most clubs and points/year) – most clubs and
groups count for 1 point groups count for 1 point
Red W (Athletics) 12 points or 4 years on the same 12 points or 4 years on the same
team – most teams count for two team – most teams count for two
points points
*For graduating students in their final year, the average on the February report card is used.
The Award of Honour is presented to the rare outstanding student who earns all three
W’s(White, Blue and Red). It is WCI’s highest earned honour.
PLANNING FOR MY OSSD (ONTARIO SECONDARY SCHOOL
DIPLOMA)
Name: __________________________________ Date: ___________________________
18 Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5

Compulsory Credits (Optional)
4 English (1 credit/grade)
- May include up to 3 ESL or ELD
credits
1 French
3 Math (min. 1 in Gr. 11 or 12)
2 Science
1 Canadian History
1 Canadian Geography
1 Arts
1 Physical Education
0.5 Civics
0.5 Career Studies
1 Additional Credit
- English OR
- French as a second language, or a
Native language, or a classical or an
international language OR
- Social Sciences and the humanities
OR
- Canadian and World Studies OR
- Guidance & Career Education OR
- Cooperative Education
1 Additional Credit
- Health and Physical Education OR
- the Arts OR
- Business Studies OR
1 Additional Credit
- Gr. 11 or 12 Science OR
- Technological Education OR
12 Optional Credits
- May be include ESL or ELD
Literacy Test (Successful)
Community Service (40 hours)

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Assessment, Evaluation and Reporting Guidelines
This guideline is intended to complement and interpret information from GROWING SUCCESS: Assessment,
st
Evaluation and Reporting in Ontario Schools, 1 Ed., 2010 which replaces previous policy documents. Beginning
in September 2010, assessment, evaluation, and reporting in Ontario schools will be based on the policies and
practices described in this document. NOTE: the achievement charts in all current curriculum policy documents
remain in effect.
This Guideline is intended to provide information regarding Assessment, Evaluation and Reporting
understandings and procedures at Waterloo Collegiate Institute. It is intended as a guide:
• To improve student learning
• In making professional judgments regarding student performance
• In reporting student results
• To enhance consistency among teachers and departments in making judgments and reporting results
The Seven Fundamental Principles

- Growing Success, 2010. p6
To ensure that assessment, evaluation, and reporting are valid and reliable, and that they lead to the
improvement of learning for all students, teachers use practices and procedures that:
• are fair, transparent, and equitable for all students;
• support all students, including those with special education needs, those who are learning the language of
instruction (English or French), and those who are First Nation, Métis, or Inuit;
• are carefully planned to relate to the curriculum expectations and learning goals and, as much as possible, to
the interests, learning styles and preferences, needs, and experiences of all students;
• are communicated clearly to students and parents at the beginning of the school year or course and at other
appropriate points throughout the school year or course;
• are ongoing, varied in nature, and administered over a period of time to provide multiple opportunities for
students to demonstrate the full range of their learning;
• provide ongoing descriptive feedback that is clear, specific, meaningful, and timely to support improved learning
and achievement;
• develop students’ self-assessment skills to enable them to assess their own learning, set specific goals, and
plan next steps for their learning.
The following statements from Growing Success are standard practices at Waterloo
Collegiate Institute:
Content Standards – Curriculum Expectations
The content standards are the curriculum expectations identified for every subject area. They describe the
knowledge and skills students are expected to develop and demonstrate. The expectations represent the
mandated curriculum – the content standards.
Overall Expectations – describe in general terms the knowledge and skills that students are expected to
demonstrate by the end of each course. Evaluation focuses on students’ achievement of the overall
expectations.
Specific Expectations – describe the expected knowledge and skills in greater detail. Specific expectations
must be accounted for in instruction and assessment.
Performance Standards – The Achievement Chart
The Achievement Chart in each subject is a standard province-wide guide to be used by all teachers to:
• Use as a common framework for all curriculum expectations for a course;
• Guide the development of assessment tasks and tools (including rubrics);
• Help plan instruction;
• Provide a basis for consistent and meaningful feedback to students;
• Establish categories and criteria with which to assess and evaluate students’ learning.
The Achievement Chart has four categories common to all subject areas which are interrelated: Knowledge and
Understanding, Thinking, Communication and Application. Success Criteria are standards or specific
descriptions of successful attainment of learning goals developed by teachers on the basis of criteria in the
achievement chart..
LEARNING SKILLS AND WORK HABITS

The development of learning skills and work habits is an integral part of a student’s learning. The evaluation of
learning skills and work habits, apart from any that may be included as part of a curriculum expectation in a
subject or course, should not be considered in the determination of a student’s grades and will be reported as
follows:
E – Excellent, G – Good, S – Satisfactory, N – Needs Improvement.
Learning Skills and Work Habits

Responsibility Organization
Fulfils responsibilities and commitments within the Devises and follows a plan and process for completing
learning environment. work and tasks.
Completes and submits class work, homework, and Establishes priorities and manages time to complete tasks
assignments according to agreed-upon timelines. and achieve goals.
Takes responsibility for and manages own behaviour. Identifies, gathers, evaluates, and uses information,
technology, and resources to complete tasks.
Independent Work Collaboration
Independently monitors, assesses, and revises plans to Accepts various roles and an equitable share of work in a
complete tasks and meet goals. group.
Uses class time appropriately to complete tasks. Responds positively to the ideas, opinions, values and
Follows instructions with minimal supervision. traditions of others.
Builds healthy peer-to-peer relationships through personal
and media-assisted interactions.
Works with others to resolve conflicts and build consensus
to achieve group goals.
Shares information, resources, and expertise, and
promotes critical thinking to solve problems and make
decisions.
Initiative Self-regulation
Looks for and acts on new ideas and opportunities for Sets own individual goals and monitors progress towards
learning. achieving them.
Demonstrates the capacity for innovation and a willingness Seeks clarification or assistance when needed.
to take risks. Assesses and reflects critically on own strengths, needs
Demonstrates curiosity and interest in learning. and interests.
Approaches new tasks with a positive attitude. Identifies learning opportunities, choices, and strategies to
Recognizes and advocates appropriately for the rights of meet personal needs and achieve goals.
self and others. Perseveres and makes an effort when responding to
challenges.
Performance Standards – Levels of Achievement
Achievement Level Percentage Mark Range Achievement Level Percentage Mark Range
4+ 95 – 100 2+ 67 – 69
4 87 – 94 2 63 – 66
4- 80 – 86 2- 60 – 62
3+ 77 – 79 1+ 57 – 59
3 73 – 76 1 53 – 56
3- 70 – 72 1- 50 - 52
Evaluation – Assessment OF Learning
Evaluation is judging the quality of student learning on the basis of established performance standards and
assigning a value to represent that quality. Evaluation is communicating to parents, teachers, employers,
institutions of further learning, and students themselves what students know and can do with respect to the
overall curriculum expectations. While specific curriculum expectations must be accounted for in instruction and
assessment, evaluation focuses on students’ achievement of the overall expectations.
Evidence for evaluation is collected over time from three different sources—observations, conversations and student
products (rich performance tasks, demonstrations, projects, essays, tests and exams).
For group projects, each student’s work within the group must be evaluated independently and assigned an individual mark.
Evidence does NOT include:
• ongoing homework
• peer or self-assessments
Determining a Report Card Grade
Teachers will consider all evidence collected, the number of assignments for evaluation that were not submitted,
the different weights assigned to various pieces of evidence, and their professional judgment to determine the
student’s report card grade. The grade should reflect the student’s most consistent level of achievement, with
special consideration given to more recent evidence. The grade assigned is a percentage based on both
mathematical calculations and professional judgment.
70% of the grade will be based on evaluation conducted throughout the course.
30% of the grade will be based on a final evaluation administered toward the end of the course, based on
evidence from one or a combination of the following: examination, performance, essay, and/or project that allow
the student to demonstrate comprehensive achievement of the overall expectations of the course.
At WCI the final evaluation tasks may begin after March 1 and must be completed prior to the last day of final
exams. The component tasks and timing of the final evaluation are established by each Department and are
clearly communicated to students in the course outline. Final evaluations should typically be composed of no
more than 3 components (e.g., presentation, performance task, and examination). At least one of the
components should be completed prior to May 1.
A credit is granted and recorded for every course in which the final percentage is 50% or higher.
Student Responsibilities With Respect to Evidence for Evaluation

It must be made clear to students that they are responsible for providing evidence of their learning within
established timelines, and that there are consequence for cheating, plagiarizing, not completing work, and
submitting work late.
CHEATING AND PLAGIARISM

In accordance with Ministry expectations, the WRDSB is currently
developing a policy to address the prevention and detection of cheating
and plagiarizing, and consequences for students who cheat or plagiarize.
Plagiarism is taken very seriously by secondary and post-secondary institutions as a form of lying or fraud.
Plagiarism results when a student uses another person’s work as their own; it is both the use of work copied
directly and not cited, as well as using someone else’s work in paraphrased form and not citing the source. At
the post-secondary level, plagiarism is punishable by suspension from an academic program and/or expulsion
from the institution. As such, at Waterloo Collegiate, students will be subject to the following measures for
submitting plagiarized work:
i) in grades nine and ten, students will be offered the opportunity to re-write the
assignment and achieve a mark up to 50% on the re-write
ii) in grades nine and ten, a second offence will result in a mark of ‘0’
iii) in grades eleven and twelve, a first offence and all subsequent offences will
result in a mark of ‘0’ with no opportunity to re-write the assignment
iv) all students who plagiarize work will have their name submitted to the
administration and meet with a Vice Principal
v) a second offence at all grade levels may result in suspension
LATE AND MISSING ASSIGNMENTS

In accordance with Ministry expectations, the WRDSB is currently developing a policy
relating to late and missed assignments that will describe how schools will inform
students and their parents about the importance of submitting assignments when they
are due and about the consequences for students who submit assignments late or fail
to submit assignments.
Current WCI Policy

Marks may be deducted for work that is submitted after clearly communicated due dates. A maximum of 5% per
day may be deducted for late work up to a total of 30%. For example, the mark for an assignment of 100 marks
that was 1 day late would be assigned the earned mark minus 5 marks (5% of the total mark). For an
assignment of 50 marks that was 1 day late the mark reported would be the earned mark minus 2.5 marks (5%
of 50 = 2.5 marks).
Any work not completed and submitted within reasonable timelines as established and clearly communicated in
accordance with departmental policy and negotiated with students may have marks deducted including the full
value of the assignment.
EXAMINATIONS
Formal examinations must occur during scheduled examination dates, according to established examination
time requirements. Large tests or evaluations conducted "in class" should usually be conducted within regular
times, according to regular classroom procedures and must not have a negative impact on the delivery of other
programs.
Due dates or testing dates should be established and confirmed by the teacher in consultation with students.
Where possible, efforts should be made to establish due dates that take into consideration student needs and
the needs of the course.
The teacher must inform the student that in an exceptional situation where a student may not be able to meet a
timeline due to other academic requirements or a personal issue, the student is responsible to communicate
their concern to the teacher and propose an alternative arrangement that is mutually agreeable, well in advance
of the due date or test date.
The teacher must inform students that the student is responsible to make arrangements with their teacher
where possible, prior to a test or assignment, if the student anticipates being absent.
The teacher must also inform the student that the student is responsible to contact the teacher within a
reasonable time (i.e., typically the first day back) upon the student’s return to school to discuss possible
alternate arrangements and to insure that they validate their absence at the main office when they are absent
for a test. Test results will be credited only if an absence is valid.
Students are expected to write all assigned examinations at the scheduled times. Valid absences from
examinations or a pre-scheduled in-class major test include:
• Illness - medical statement is required
• Bereavement
• Extraordinary circumstances with prior permission from an administrator ("Extraordinary circumstances does
not typically include vacations or employment").
Students absent from an exam for a valid reason:

• May receive their cumulative mark (i.e., a graded assigned based on evaluations to date) on their report card
or
• May be required to complete an alternative/additional evaluation. The decision regarding completion of an
alternative or additional examination will be determined through consultation by the teacher, department head
and appropriate administrator. The teacher will inform the student of the decision regarding the requirement to
complete an alternative/additional evaluation in a reasonable time prior to the end of a course.
HOMEWORK
Homework assignments should be meaningful and support the demonstration of curriculum expectations.
Typically, homework is formative work and should not be evaluated, but reported in the Learning Skills and Work
Habits.
Communications: Course of Study and Course Outlines

Course Outlines including information on assessment, evaluation and reporting are distributed in all classes
before Oct. 1.
Communications: Reporting Concerns and Extra Help

Students must be informed of opportunities for extra help (where, when, and how they can access this help) in
each subject area. Students and parents should be provided with this information before October 1 (e.g.,
included information on extra help on Course Outline).
Communications regarding Academic/Behavioural Difficulties that are affecting Achievement
Regular communication must occur with students who appear to be struggling with course material.
By mid October direct contact (e.g., phone call, note home, email) should be made with the parent/guardian of
any student who is under the age of 18 and who is failing or is working well below their potential or anticipated
level of achievement. The student should be referred to Guidance, REC, Student Success and/or the VP.
In addition to regular provincial report cards, At-Risk notification; direct contact (phone call /email/note
home/anecdotal report), should also be made with the parent/guardian of any student under the age of 18 who is
failing or is working well below their potential or anticipated level of achievement by mid May.
As well, students at-risk must be reported to the Student Success VP in order to be issued an at-risk letter.
Finally, the WCI Failure Form (Recommended Course Placement Form) must be completed, signed by
department heads and submitted to the Student Success VP for all students who fail a course. The
parent/guardian of all failing students must be contacted by the course teacher.
Waterloo Collegiate Institute

Failure Form Dept. Head Initials: ______
VP Initials: ______
STUDENT INFORMATION: ______
Student:____________________________________________ IEP: YES Phone Number: ________________

Course Code: _______________________________________ NO
Date/Time of Call Home by Subject Teacher: Subject Teacher: _____________________________
______________________________________________
STATISTICS
Final Final Mark
Cumulative Assessment Most Recent / Most Consistent
Cumulative
Term Mark Summative Absences NO 46, 47, 48, 49
Mark/Abs
(70%) or Exam 50 = Teacher Decision
(30%) >51 = Earned Grade
Mark
REASON FOR FAILURE (Check all that apply)

❏ Too many absences ❏ Invalid absence from final exam
❏ Major assignment(s) or I.S.U. incomplete ❏ Poor work habits
❏ Concerns regarding summative ❏ Oral Reports – missed or below standard
❏ Reports/Assignments – below standard ❏ Test performance
❏ Class Work – incomplete ❏ Other: (please list – use reverse if necessary)
NOTIFICATION & INTERVENTIONS (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

❏ Parents’ Night ❏ Offered extra help ❏ Extended timelines
❏ Phone calls home ❏ Differentiated instruction ❏ Test rewrites
❏ Notes sent home ❏ Differentiated assessment ❏ Parent meeting(s)
❏ Referrals: ❏ REC (SpEd.) ❏ Guidance ❏ Admin ❏ Student Success
❏ Consideration of lates, zeros, due dates
❏ Other: (e.g. extended timeline to submit final assessment) DEADLINE JUNE ___
TEACHER PROGRAM RECOMMENDATION (Check all that apply)

❏ Summer School (significant knowledge gaps, needs significant instructional support, missed key elements)
❏ Credit Recovery (Close to passing, discrete missing assignments and assessments)
❏ Repeat course at following level: ____ Academic ____ Applied ____ College ___ Workplace ___ University
❏ Other:
❏ Counsellor Comments:
No Exams → Failure Form due by NOON JUNE ___

Exam written during exam week → Failure Form to Dept. Head within 48 hours of exam completion for
signature, then forwarded to Administration immediately
* Attach detailed Markbook printout *

EXAMINATIONS
Study Environment
• Select one study location, with good lighting, a firm chair, a flat writing surface
• Eliminate distractions, such as telephone and television, but use music, playing softly, if it helps you to
concentrate.
Study Strategies
• Establish a study schedule well in advance
• Study a difficult subject first
• Set a definite time limit for the study of any subject, and then move onto another one
• Allow for regular study breaks (e.g. 5-10 minutes every 30-60 minutes)
• Survey the material for an overview; question yourself on the overall purpose of the material; read
details; recite them; review them; prepare lists, say the material out loud without referring to notes;
recount what you have learned to someone; write out summaries in point form.
• Study corrected tests, review textbook chapters, use glossaries, indexes, maps and diagram
• Listen for the teacher’s tips on what will be emphasized on the examination
Writing the Exam

• Bring with you two good pens, a pencil, an eraser, a ruler and a fresh battery for your calculator if it is
allowed into that exam.
• Read over the whole exam before starting to write.
• Do the easiest questions first, then moderate difficulty second and then most difficult last. Plan how
much time you will spend on each part of the test. Follow the recommendations given on the exam.
• Reread difficult questions and underline significant words.
• True and false questions will have clue words to watch out for such as always, ever, never, none.
These will likely be false if you can think of an exception.
Your Exam Schedule

Date Time Course Section Room
Exam dates
• It is the student’s responsibility to know the date, the time and the room in which he/she writes each
examination. All examinations must be written on the days and at the times shown on the examination
schedule unless otherwise informed by the Vice-Principal.
Conflicts
• Students with conflicts or problems (2 exams at the same time or 3 in a day) (January/June) must have
obtain a conflict sheet from the Main Office, complete it and returned the completed “conflict
form” to Mr. Williamson (Vice-Principal) by the pre-published date.
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WCI Mission: to value diversity, work toward excellence and inspire a passion for living.
Study Locations at Home/School
• When not writing an examination, students may choose to study at home or at school. For quiet study
at school, students may use the Library. For quiet discussion, students may use the cafeteria.
Late Arrival - Examinations

• Please be on time for each examination. You are advised to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the start
of the exam. If you arrive late, please report directly to the Main Office.
• If you arrive late by less than 1/3 of the allotted time for a particular exam, you must report to the Main
Office to receive an admit ticket. You will write the exam in the regular exam room and finish that exam
at the same time as the rest of the students.
• If you arrive late by more than 1/3 of the allotted time for a particular exam, you must report to the Main
Office and you will be escorted to the conflict room where you will write your exam with the following
time allowances given to you: 40 minutes for a 1hour exam; 60 minutes for a 1 1/2 hour exam; 80
minutes for a 2 hour exam; 100 minutes for a 2 1/2 hour exam
Expectations While Writing Examinations

• Academic materials must be left at the front of the examination room or in lockers, not on the
floors in the corridor outside the classrooms or under the teacher’s desk.
• Cell phones are not permitted during an exam.
• During the exam absolutely no talking will be tolerated nor will possession of unapproved examination
aids. Violation of these policies could result in the surrender of the paper and the assignment
of a mark of zero for that exam.
• Students must remain for the full time allotted for the examination and must remain seated until all
papers are collected. Emergencies accepted, students will not be allowed to leave the room during the
examination period.
• The teaching corridors and lockers are out of bounds during examination times. After 1, 1 1/2, and
2 hour exams, students are expected to leave the examination area quickly and quietly. Please be
considerate of your fellow students who are writing a longer examination.
• If you are absent from an examination you will receive a mark of zero unless a medical certificate is
submitted by noon Monday, June 27, 2011 Students who are ill should have their parent/guardian
call the school (519-884-9590) at the time of the exam to inform the school of the nature of the
problem.
Cancellations of Examinations Due to Inclement Weather Conditions

• Exams cancelled as a result of poor weather will be written on the next day and all other exams will be
pushed back one day later retaining the same overall order but occurring one day later in the
examination timeframe.
• For cancellations, listen to CHYM 96.7 FM, COUNTRY 570 AM, KOOL 105.3 FM or OLDIES 1090
AM.
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STUDENT TIMETABLES
General Guidelines:
• All Year 1 & 2 students will have a full timetable (eight courses).
• All Year 3 students will have a full timetable (eight courses or seven courses)
• All Year 4 non-graduating students may have eight, seven or six courses.
• All graduating students, enrolled in five or more courses may go to the cafeteria, the library, or
leave the building, but are not to be in the teaching corridors.
Timetable Changes/Dropping a Course/Textbook Return

• Changes to timetables will be minimal. Course choices should be made wisely, with forethought and
research. Should a change be required, for extenuating circumstances, please see your Counsellor.
• All timetable changes (changes to courses or levels) are to be completed by your Counsellor. Check
with your Counsellor for the appropriate dates.
• Changes may or may not be able to be accommodated due to timetable restrictions, class availability,
class size(s), etc.
• Dropping a course is a serious situation requiring consultation with the counselor. In addition, if you
are contemplating dropping below 6 courses, you must see the Principal, Ms. Shortreed.
• Textbooks must be returned to the main office before a course can be dropped from a
student’s timetable.
• All students are expected to attend all timetabled classes UNTIL a timetable change has been
made through Counselling and a new timetable has been distributed.
Full Disclosure
• This policy states that all grade 11, 12 attempted by a student must be recorded on the Ontario Student
Transcript. Full Disclosure does not apply to students in grade 9 or 10. Full Disclosure will take affect 5
instructional days following the issue of the first provincial report card for single or multiple credit courses.
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Code of Conduct: GENERAL DEPORTMENT
Bullying Policy
Board Policy 6009

STUDENT BULLYING
PREVENTION AND INTERVENTION
Legal References: Education Act, Ontario Regulation 472/07 - Suspension and Expulsion of Pupils
Related References: Board Policy 6008 – Student Discipline; Board Policy 6001 – Code of Conduct;
Administrative Procedure 1260 – Student Discipline;
Administrative Procedure 1620 – Alternative Suspension Program.
Effective Date: February 1, 2008
Revisions: June 16, 2008
1. Preamble
1.1 The Waterloo Region District School Board recognizes that 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. Schools that have bullying prevention and intervention strategies foster a positive learning
and teaching environmental that supports academic achievement for all students and that 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.
1.2 Bullying will not be accepted on school property, at school-related activities, or on school buses.
1.3 Bullying will not be accepted in any other circumstances (e.g. on-line) where engaging in bullying has a
negative impact on the school climate.
2. Definitions
2.1 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 a real or perceived power
imbalance.
2.2 Positive school climate is the sum total of all the personal relationships within a school. When these
relationships are founded in mutual acceptance and inclusion, and modeled by all, a culture of respect
becomes the norm. A positive school climate exists when all members of the school community feel safe,
comfortable and accepted.
3. Guidelines
3.1 Prevention Strategies:
All students should participate in bully prevention training and leadership initiatives within their own school.
These include, but are not limited to:
3.1.1 daily classroom teaching with curriculum links;
3.1.2 character education initiatives;
3.1.3 mentorship programs;
3.1.4 citizenship development;
3.1.5 student leadership;
3.1.6 student success strategies;
3.1.7 healthy lifestyles initiatives;
3.1.8 social skills development.
3.2 Intervention Strategies:

Intervention requires appropriate and timely responses and should be done in ways that are consistent with a
progressive discipline approach and may include early and/or ongoing intervention strategies, such as:
3.2.1 contact with parent(s)/guardian(s);
3.2.2 review of expectations;
3.2.3 written work assignment with a learning component;
3.2.4 referral to counseling;
3.2.5 consultation.
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Progressive discipline may also include a range of interventions, supports and consequences when bullying
behaviour has occurred, with a focus on improving behaviour, including:
3.2.6 Meeting with parent(s)/guardian(s), pupil and principal;
3.2.7 Detentions;
3.2.8 Withdrawal of privileges;
3.2.9 Restorative practices;
3.2.10 School, board and community support programs.
3.3 Suspension:
In recognition of the importance of addressing bullying, which can have a significant impact on student safety,
learning and the school climate, bullying has been added to the list of infractions for which suspension must be
considered.
3.4 School Level Plans:

Schools are required to develop and implement school-wide bullying prevention and intervention plans as part
of their School Improvement Plan. Components of these plans must be consistent with the policies and
procedures of the Board and must include:
3.4.1 the definition of bullying;
3.4.2 analysis of the school climate survey (completed every two [2] years);
3.4.3 prevention strategies;
3.4.4 intervention strategies;
3.4.5 procedures to allow students to report bullying incidents safely;
3.4.6 training strategies for members of the school community;
3.4.7 communication and outreach strategies;
3.4.8 monitoring and review processes.
3.5 Safe Schools Teams:

Each school must have a Safe Schools Team that is composed of at least one student (where appropriate),
one parent, one teacher, one support member, one community partner and the principal. The team must be
chaired by a staff member. An existing school committee can assume this role.
Board Policy Of Non-Tolerance

• The Waterloo Region District School Board will not condone any behaviour that endangers the
moral or physical well-being of its students and its staff.
• The following actions or behaviours will not be tolerated on school property or on school-sponsored
or related activities: the use, possession or sale of alcohol or illicit drugs; the possession or use of
weapons or items which are intended to be used as a weapon; any physical assault, threats of
assault or intimidation; any gang/youth group displaying a pattern of delinquent or disruptive activity;
any sexual, religious, ethno cultural and/or racial abuse, slurs or harassment.
• This policy is in effect for any WCI or WRDSB sponsored activity/field trip/otherwise. Should any
negative behaviour occur, appropriate disciplinary action after appropriate investigation through the
teacher supervisor(s) and WCI Administration will occur including any or all of warning, detention,
suspension, expulsion and/or charges through Police involvement. Premature return from a field trip
could also occur at the parent/guardian’s expense.
Maintaining WCI As A Safe And Secure School

• A safe and secure environment is a shared responsibility. It involves staff, students,
parents, community partners and administration working together to ensure the safety and security of
everyone in the WCI school community. Failure to comply with the code of conduct will result in
disciplinary action that may include a reprimand, detention, suspension, expulsion or other sanction.
• If you become aware of any of the above actions or behaviours that will not be tolerated on school
property or in school-sponsored activities, you are strongly encouraged contact a teacher, counsellor,
or administrator with whom you feel comfortable sharing the information.
Please note:
• The source of all sharing of information will be kept in the strictest confidence
• The matter will be addressed discreetly.
• If you are not feeling safe and secure within the school community (e.g., being harassed or intimidated by
peers, having difficulty resolving interpersonal issues) you are strongly encouraged to contact a teacher,
counsellor, or administrator with whom you feel comfortable sharing the information. Together with a
counsellor and where necessary with an administrator, the matter will be addressed.
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WCI’s Neighbours
• School-community relations are important to all of us.
• A school is judged in many ways, not the least of which is how we interact with our neighbours.
• Respect for our neighbours and their private property is an expectation of all.
• As a courtesy, students are requested not to congregate on sidewalks or any property bordering on
WCI, and act according to the WCI Code of Conduct while in area establishments.
Smoking
• The Waterloo Region District School Board’s policy states as of September 1, 1994, that smoking will
not be permitted in any school/Board facility or on Board property. The Board endorses, in principle, a
total smoke-free environment.
• If you choose to smoke, please use only the fenced area at the Hickory Street entrance to
the grounds.
• As a courtesy to our neighbours, students are requested not to smoke or congregate on the sidewalk
or any property bordering on WCI.
Chewing Tobacco
• A fairly new activity has arisen at some schools within the WRDSB, which has proven negative health
repercussions.
• Consequently, it will not be permitted on WCI property or within any of the WCI/WRDSB activities both
on campus and off-campus including any and all field trips. Failure to comply with this policy will result
in a staged disciplinary action as parallels that of the smoking policy.
Food
• Please eat only in the cafeteria.
• Food is not allowed in teaching areas except for students without a period 3 or 4 lunch this year. Then it may be
eaten in the classroom, with food waste disposed of property.
Facilities
• The entire teaching area, the front steps and the memorial tree area on the front lawn are out-of-
bounds to students during the lunch periods.
• You may go directly to the library during the first half of the lunch periods.
• When returning from a gym class, you are asked to stay down by the gyms until the end-of-period bell.
• Students are asked not to sit on the floor in the corridors at any time between 7:45 AM and 3:15 PM
because of the congested nature of our school.
Interruptions To The Classroom

• We strive to minimize the number of interruptions to the learning environment and limit
Interruptions/messages for emergency situations. DO NOT DISTURB CLASSES IN SESSION.
Lost And Found

• Articles that are found should be taken to the lower foyer where they may be claimed.
• Physical Education articles should be taken to the PE office in the lower foyer.
• Make sure your name is on every book and article for which you are responsible.
• Unclaimed items will be donated to charity on a monthly basis.
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Lockers
• School lockers are provided for your use and remain the property of The Waterloo Region District
School Board.
• Make sure your locker is locked at all times with a school-type lock. Do not share the combination
with anyone.
• You may use only the one locker assigned to you, and may not share lockers.
• Valuables and money must not be taken to P.E. periods; keep these in your locker.
• Please report locker malfunction or damage immediately to the office. To maintain quiet so that
classes are not disturbed, please limit locker visits to before and after gym classes. Carry enough
books for the morning or afternoon classes.
• Students are reminded that locker clean-outs and locker checks may occur throughout the school year.
• Pictures posted in lockers must not be lewd or obscene – no pornography.
Music Players
• Phones, iPods, MP3 players and other electronic devices may be used in the cafeteria and outside.
• Students are discouraged from bringing any pagers/cell phones/IPOD’s, portable music players to
school for a number of reasons not the least of which is possible damage/theft as well as risk/liability.
• WCI and the WRDSB DO NOT ASSUME ANY RISK OR LIABILITY for damage and/or loss and/or
inappropriate/illegal activity/use on the part of students/other persons associated or not associated
with the school – these devices are the sole responsibility of their owners. Fraudulent use of same
which is associated with the school or the WRDSB will be dealt with through administrative channels
and could result in detention, suspension, expulsion and/or legal charges including Police involvement.
• Electronic paging equipment and cellular phones are to be used in the cafeteria or outside the school.
• These devices are not to disturb the learning environment of others.
Cell Phones: Student Use

• Students are discouraged from bringing any pagers/cell phones to school for a number of reasons not
the least of which is possible damage/theft as well as risk/liability.
• WCI and the WRDSB DO NOT ASSUME ANY RISK OR LIABILITY for damage and/or loss and/or
inappropriate/illegal activity/use on the part of students/other persons associated or not associated
with the school – these devices are the sole responsibility of their owners. Fraudulent use of same
which is associated with the school or the WRDSB will be dealt with through administrative channels
and could result in detention, suspension, expulsion and/or legal charges including Police
involvement.
• Electronic paging equipment and cellular phones are only to be used in the cafeteria or outside the
school.
• These devices are not to disturb the learning environment of others.
Parking (Cars, Motorcycles, Bicycles)

• The following areas are reserved for student parking with the first two rows (closest to the street)
reserved for staff:
• the lower lot on Hazel Street
• the back two rows of the upper lot on Hazel Street
• Motorcycles are to be parked only in the designated area of the lower Hazel Street lot.
• Please do not be in the parking lot unless arriving at or leaving school.
• Dangerous or reckless driving in the school area or in the parking lot will not be tolerated.
• As a courtesy, please play “sound systems” at a very low volume.
• Bike racks are provided in the lower parking lot; make sure that bicycles are properly locked. The school
cannot accept responsibility for stolen or damaged bicycles
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Personal Appearance and Dress
Personal Appearance and Dress
Student dress must be appropriate for school. Dress, appearance and grooming are positive indicators of the
serious purposes of attending school.
Distracting, immodest or unsafe clothing will not be permitted.
NOTE: Staff is instructed to address and/or send students to the Main office when clothing appears
inappropriate.
Administrative flexibility will be retained in all student dress code decisions. Students who wear inappropriate
attire will be required at that time to make their dress acceptable or will be sent home to change.
1. Images, words or pictures depicting or encouraging sex, sexism, racism, violence (includes gang
symbolism (i.e.) bandanas), alcohol or other drugs are not permitted on anyone or anything at school.
This includes rude and/or vulgar language.
2. Students are expected to dress in an appropriate and modest manner suitable for a school setting.
Students are NOT to wear:
• Tattered, offensive or provocative clothing
• Clothing promoting anything listed in #1 above
• Tube-tops/halter/low-cut tops/spaghetti straps
• Tops with only one strap
• Bare midriffs
• Sheer clothing
• Skirts, dresses and shorts that are too short, too tight and/or too frayed
3. Jewelry and accessories are a form of dress: any jewelry and/or accessories that are inappropriate,
offensive and/or possibly harmful must NOT be worn to school. Chains are not permitted if
inappropriate and/or possibly harmful to others.
4. Shoes MUST be worn. Sandals are permitted except in areas where there is a safety concern such as
science labs, tech shops, etc.
5. Undergarments must be completely covered at all times.
6. NO hats may be worn in school except for medical or religious reasons.
7. WCI supports the countywide “no gang clothing/no gang colours” policy.
8. Coats/jackets must be left in lockers.
Skateboards And Roller Blades

• It is policy of The Waterloo Region District School Board that skateboards and roller blades may not
be used on school property or at any school-sponsored event. Therefore, students are strongly
encouraged to leave skateboards and roller blades at home.
Snowballs/Snowball Throwing
• Each year, we have disciplinary action related to snowball activity in the winter/spring. Please do not
participate in snowball an activity as negative outcomes have resulted not the least of which is eye
damage/loss.
• Student behaviour associated with such activity will be subject to disciplinary procedures through the
Vice-Principals.
Staying After School

• Students are encouraged to see teachers for extra help and to participate in activities after school.
Unless students are under the direct supervision of a teacher, they should leave the school by 3:15 PM.
Visitors To The School

• During school hours, (7:30 AM to 4:00 PM) all visitors must to report to the main office immediately
upon entering the building.
• All visitors must sign for a Visitor Badge while in the building.
• It is requested that students do not invite visitors to the school during school hours.
• You are encouraged to invite your friends to school extra-curricular activities.
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ATHLETES/ATHLETICS AT WCI
Involvement In WCI Teams And Other School Activities
• A high value is placed on your participation in extra-curricular activities. Good citizenship is a
requirement to represent the school.
• It is expected that your academic performance, attendance, and behaviour will be such as to bring
credit to you and the school.
• We encourage our school athletes to give serious thought to purchasing student insurance as a
supplement to O.H.I.P. and your parents’ private plans.
Gym Classes
• Uniforms: (If you do not have a uniform report to your teacher immediately.)
• Girls: Navy shorts or navy sweat pants and grey WCI T-shirt, running shoes with
laces, white socks
• Boys: Navy gym shorts, grey WCI T-shirt, white socks, running shoes
• Either boys or girls may wear sweat suits over the phys. ed. uniform during cold weather.
• Jewellery must not be worn unless the teacher grants permission.
• Running shoes must be worn for all gym activities, including P.E. classes, intramurals and team
practices. Students may perform in bare feet for gymnastics and dance only.
• Do not leave valuables in the dressing rooms at any time.
• The P. E. department will not be responsible for the safe keeping of valuables or clothing.
• WCI shorts and shirts may be purchased from the P. E. Department (approx. cost – WCI shirt $10,
blue shorts $15.00)
• It is the philosophy of the P. E. Department that if a student is well enough to attend school s/he is
well enough to change into their gym uniform. Participation is dependent on the students’ health.
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ATHLETIC CODE OF CONDUCT
Waterloo Collegiate Institute
ATHLETE CODE OF CONDUCT
CONDUCT
Student athletes are selected to represent WCI and expected to conduct themselves as positive ambassadors for our school
at all times. It is a privilege to be on a WCI team – not a right. All students are responsible to the Principal for their
conduct at any school event.
ACADEMICS
Students must respect dismissal times in order to optimize use of class time. Players are expected to be conscientious
students and good citizens of the school. School work missed because of Athletic activities must be satisfactorily
completed. All athletes must take a “full course load” as defined by the school.
ATTENDANCE
Excessive absences from any course may lead to the removal from a school team. In order to play on a given game day,
players must be in attendance at school and in class unless the coach or office has been forewarned of a valid reason. .
INJURIES
All athletic injuries must be reported to the Coach. If warranted, the coach will complete a Risk Management Form.
SPORTSMANSHIP
Good sportsmanship means showing respect to teammates, coaches opposing teams, officials and spectators. WCI athletes
are expected to display good sportsmanship at all times
DRUGS/ALCOHOL/SMOKING
Use of drugs, alcohol and/or tobacco products is forbidden on any school premises and at any school sponsored event.
TRANSPORTATION
Strict adherence to the rules while on buses or at other schools is expected Team members must be transported in vehicles
arranged by the school unless parent permission forms and appropriate school documentation has been completed.
FEES
Students must purchase a Student Activity Card, pay an Athletic Fee per season and may pay a team fee based upon
overall team expenses due to tournament / travel schedule. A deposit may be required for the use of a school uniform.
School uniforms must be returned in good condition and washed at the end of each season. All team fees must be paid in
full by the 1st WCSSAA League game unless other arrangements have been made with the Head Coach.
VALUABLES
Players are responsible for the safekeeping of their own valuables during all sports events.
ATHLETIC COMMITMENT
Once a commitment to a school team has been made, a player must honour their commitment to the team. A player who
quits or is removed from a school team after the 1st WCSSAA playing date or Team Commitment Date determined by
the Head Coach of that specific team, will be deemed ineligible to play on another WCI team for one (1) calendar year
from that date. An exception to this rule may occur if the Coach and the Player, in consultation with the PE Head &
Administration mutually.
NOTE: The Athletic Code of Conduct has been constructed to assist players, coaches, parents and administration in making WCI’s
Athletic Program rewarding for all those involved. The guidelines contained in the code are designed to ensure respect and
dedication for the Athletic Program and all individuals involved. Coaches may establish additional requirements, which
will be explained to athletes at the beginning of the season.
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WRDSB BASIC EXTRACURRICULAR ATHLETIC COSTS
Assumptions:
1. Basic Fees are set at approximately 60% of the actual cost of each respective sport with the
school covering the remainder.
2. Basic Fees are only for WCSSAA-sanctioned sports.
3. Basic Fees are listed below and include (as applicable) officials, transportation, field / facility
rentals, and basic equipment.
4. Occasional teacher costs may be incurred and will be borne by the student / school.
5. Basic Fees are based upon WCSSAA regular season schedules.
6. Costs for extra play (exhibition and tournament games) will be borne by the students involved.
7. Costs for Advanced Play (CWOSSA): School will cover entry fees and transportation only;
additional costs will be borne by the students.
8. Costs for Advanced Play (OFSAA): School will cover entry fees, participation fees, official banquet
costs and transportation (up to a pre-determined limit depending upon destination); additional
costs including accommodation will be borne by the students.
9. Students / families requiring financial assistance should contact any staff member who will ensure
that the student(s)’ needs are addressed in an appropriate, sensitive and confidential manner.
10. Basic Fees are subject to change as deemed necessary.
Basic Fee
Sport
2010-11
Badminton $25
Baseball (Boys’ & Girls’) $40
Basketball (Boys’ & Girls’) $70
Cross-Country Running $35
Curling $45
Field Hockey $80
Football (not included: mouth guard, practice & $120
team jersies, T-shirts, socks and banquet
Golf (not included: transportation to / from $60
practices)
Hockey (Boys’ and Girls’) (not included: $105
additional practices, transportation to / from
practices)
Rugby (Boys’ & Girls’) $40
Skiing - Alpine $100
Skiing – Nordic $50
Soccer (Boys’ & Girls’) $50
Swimming (not included: additional practices, $50
transportation to / from practices)
Tennis $30
Volleyball (Boys’ & Girls’) $60
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SCHOOL SERVICES AND RESOURCES
Cafeteria Services
• All food and drink will be consumed in the cafeteria and not in the lower foyer areas with the
exceptions being:
• Food may be consumed in teaching areas only in exceptional circumstances when the teacher
gives permission
• The use of reusable water bottles is encouraged in areas where permitted by staff (exceptions
include: library, computer labs, and equipment based areas)
• Students who require snacks etc. for medical reasons. Please let your teacher know.
• No trays, cutlery, dishes, etc. are to be removed from the cafeteria.
• Please place all waste in the trash containers provided.
Counselling Services
• All Viking students are assigned a Guidance Counselor. Counselors are assigned by the student’s last
name.
• Check posters in Counselling Office to see who is assigned as your Counselor.
• Students may make an appointment to see their Counselor by filling in an appointment slip in
Counselling at any time.
• Students are also encouraged to drop into Counselling with questions or concerns at any time,
however, some counselors also teach and may not be available at all times.
Custodial Services
• We have an excellent custodial staff that appreciates your assistance and cooperation in keeping the
school tidy and clean: in the classroom, corridors, cafeteria, and outside.
• Please conserve energy by turning off classroom lights when not in use.
Fax
• The school fax number is 519-884-6274.
• Staff members are asked to arrange any personal use of the FAX machine through the office supervisor. Personal
FAX transmission will be charged at a rate of $2.00 each and long distance charges will apply.
Health Services
• A School Nurse is NO LONGER assigned to each secondary school in partnership with the Public
Health Department.
• A public health nurse can be reached at 519 883-2009 for consultation about student sexual health
concerns and resource materials.
• If students become ill or there is an emergency, please report to the Main Office directly or send
someone to the Main Office for help.
Please Note: *EpiPen injections will be administered to those individuals exhibiting the symptoms
of anaphylaxis. However, staff members will not distribute medications such as Aspirin or Tylenol
to students.
Police Liaison
• A Waterloo Regional Police Liaison Officer is assigned to our school.

• They can provide information about careers in law enforcement, make class presentations, and
answer any questions students may have.
• The Constable may be seen on a “drop in” basis or you may book an appointment in the office or leave
note in the Police Mailbox.
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Secretarial Services
The main office will be open from 8:00 AM—3:45 PM during the school year. In the summer months the hours are
8:00 AM—3:00 PM. Refer to Waterloo Collegiate Institute’s website for summer school closure dates.
Security
• Keys are available from the Office Supervisor or Assistant.
• Valuables should be locked in rooms when left unattended. Classrooms should be locked when not in
• use.
• Money is not to be left in desks. Funds should be handled according to departmental procedure and
• should always be placed in the main office vault at the end of each day.
• Lock your classroom when not in use.
• DO NOT lend your keys to students even for the shortest period of time.
Special Education Support

• The Resource and Enrichment Centre (REC) is a support service available to students for whom an individual
• Education Plan (IEP) has been developed.
• Selected students have a timetabled Learning Strategies course where organization, time management and test-
• taking strategies are reinforced.
• Enrichment students are notified of opportunities and events offered at the school, county and provincial level.
• Peer tutoring is available upon request. Students in need of assistance are matched with competent peers.
Student Success Centre

The Ministry of Education has a goal that each student will have 16 high school credits by the time he or she reaches
the age of 16. In every high school, there is a Student Success Centre and a teacher(s) known as the Student
Success teacher, who will help your student reach the goal of “16 by 16”. The Student Success Teacher works closely
with the other members of the School Success Team—the administration, counselors, special education teachers,
Child and Youth Worker, and the Social Worker—to develop the best plan for your student.
Classroom teachers, counselors and administration can refer students to Student Success if they are at risk of not
being successful for attendance, performance or social/emotional reasons. Students may receive interventions such
as: help with transitions and monitoring, direct instruction, peer tutoring, assignment completion, credit rescue, credit
recovery, independent learning, or E-learning.
Life Skills Program

WCI has two Life Skills classes taught by Mr. Amatruda and Mrs. Bouda The Life Skills program is a non-credit
program where IPRC’d students are taught strategies to assist them to be independent in the workplace and in the
community. The program is located in Rooms 413 and 417. Students begin their day at 8:15 a.m. and are dismissed
at 2:10 p.m. Students participate in work experience situations to prepare them for adult life. They continue to
strengthen their academic skills with daily practice.
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Community Support Lines
Who to Call in a Crisis
If anyone has any doubts about whether they belong, if they're loved or if their life matters, talk to
someone who can help you realize how significant you really are. A trusted friend, a parent, a respected
teacher or a compassionate councillor can help you work through your darkest hour or put you in touch with
people who can help you renew your passion for life. You are loved, you do matter, but you do need to reach
out to realize just how much you mean.
If you are facing a situation that you feel is overwhelming, if you feel depressed or are
considering suicide, call the following numbers immediately. There are also other resources for many
other emergencies faced by teens. There is one suicide each week in Waterloo Region, the teen suicide rates
have quadrupled since 1973 and 20% of high school students say they’ve thought of suicide.
Suicide Crisis Numbers-The following 4 help lines are available 24 hours a day for any emergency situation or mental
health crisis so do not hesitate to call if you feel depressed or suicidal. Calls are confidential.
Grand River Hospital Crisis Team 742-3611 *Ask for Crisis Team
Canadian Mental Health Association Distress Centre 745-1166
Canadian Mental Health Association Crisis Line 744-1813
Canadian Mental Health Association Youth Line 745-9909
Mental Health Resources

Canadian Mental Health Association K-W 744-2049
Grand River Hospital Emergency Department 749-4242
GRH Psychiatric and Mental Health Access Referral Line 749-4310
Mood Disorders Association for Waterloo Region 884-5455
Support Numbers
Kids Help Phone 1-800-668-6868 Talk to someone 24 hrs about any
crisis you may be facing: depression, abuse, bullying, drugs, dating
Drug and Alcohol Counselling

St. Mary’s Hospital Counselling (Alcohol, Drugs, Gambling) 745-2585
Regional Addiction Counseling 743-6951
Withdrawal Management Services 749-4300 x.2623
Drug and Alcohol Information Line 1-800-463-6273
Drug And Alcohol Registry of Treatment 1-800-565-8603
Ontario Problem Gambling Help Line 1-888-230-3505
Narcotics Anonymous 651-1121
ACCKWA (Free needle exchange) 570-3687
Alateen (Support group for teens affected by drinking) 742-6921
Smokers Helpline 1-877-513-5333
Birth Control and Pregnancy Counselling

Family and Children Services 746-0540
K-W Pregnancy Centre 886-4001
Planned Parenthood 743-9360
Prenatal Classes 621-6110
Prenatal Nutrition Program 883-2267
Young Mom’s Support Group 749-0977
Young Father’s Group 743-0291
Sexual Health
HIV/STD Clinic (Free, anonymous HIV/STD testing) 883-2251
AIDS Info Line 1-800-665-2437
Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinic 883-2267
LGBTQ Resources
Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays 650-5155
Lesbian/Gay/Bi Youth Line 1-800-268-9688
ACCKWA Youth Group 570-3687
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Gays and Lesbians of Waterloo (UW) 884-4569
Accommodation and Food

R.O.O.F. (Shelter and Substance Abuse Counselling) 742-2788
Betty Thompson Youth Centre 749-1450
House of Friendship 742-8327
St. John’s Kitchen 745-8928
Women’s Shelters
Anselma House 742-5894
Marillac Place 571-0722
Monica Ainslie Place 624-0481
Mary’s Place 744-0120
St. Monica House 743-0291
Sexual Assault
Sexual Assault Treatment Centre 749-6994
Waterloo Regional Police 653-7700
Ears for Male Victims of Sexual Abuse 570-3277
K-W Sexual Assault and Support Centre 741-8633
Eating Disorders
Eating Disorders Awareness Coalition 745-4875
Overeaters Anonymous 658-1050
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LIBRARY RESOURCE CENTRE
http://wci.wrdsb.on.ca/library/
Head of Library: J. Dixon; Teacher-Librarian: S. Bowler

Library Secretaries: D. Zink; Library Assistant: K. Parsons
Student Success @ Your Library

A vital link to student achievement lies in the strong relationship between subject teachers and the teacher-
librarian. “Students learn more and produce better research products following planned, integrated information
skills instruction by the teacher and teacher-librarian together.”
(“Haycock, Ken. What Works: Integrated information skills instruction.” Teacher Librarian 25.2 (1997):39).
Students need to learn, then practice working through the stages of research – exploring their topic, developing
significant questions, investigating quality resources and organizing their research effectively. They need
concrete instruction in ways to avoid plagiarism, in note-taking, paraphrasing, documentation, thesis design,
effective print and online search techniques, including the use of subscription databases, and the critical
evaluation of web sites.
The Teacher-Librarian can assist you and your classes by providing support in all of these areas.
WRDSB Virtual Library
http://virtuallibrary.wrdsb.on.ca
In the age of the Internet, students don’t have trouble finding information; the problem is finding relevant,
accurate, high-quality information. The Virtual Library is a powerful resource available through the WCI Library
website or directly as shown below, and it provides students and staff with a wealth of material from
magazines, professional journals, newspapers, encyclopedias,
and books. No password is required from WRDSB sites.
For home access: User ID: wrdsbvl Password: learn
Library Facilities
• Rotunda (large group area seating 30)
• Computer workstations (33)
• Study carrels (20)
• Seminar room (available for classes booked into the library for research, student presentations, and
meetings)
Additional Resources
• Wireless Technology: is available in the library. Users will only have access to the Internet. They will
not have access to the board’s network, even if they are using Board equipment. Students are subject
to our Code of Digital Conduct and Acceptable Use Policy when using this resource.
• Magazines: our subscription databases provide magazine and professional journal articles to students
for research purposes, but in an effort to provide leisure reading for our students at a reasonable cost,
the library subscribes to a variety of popular magazines through a service that provides a reduced
package price, one month back. These magazines are not processed, signed out or stored, but are
available in the library for one year. Past issues are available for student or staff use as requested.
• Professional Resources: the library has an extensive selection of professional reading on current
topics.
• Newspapers: The Record is available for in-library use only. A reminder that newspaper articles can
be accessed easily through the Virtual Library.
• Photocopier for student use: .10 cents per copy, providing single copies only. Overhead
transparency copies can be made, but the transparency sheets must be purchased from this library at
.35 cents each. This request is made in order to avoid possible costly repairs to the copier should the
wrong type of transparency be used.
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• Documentation Style Guides and Research Help Sheets: Students and staff can access source
logs, MLA documentation guidelines, standards for parenthetical documentation, and other helpful
guides in the library and on the library web site at
http://wci.wrdsb.on.ca/library/library_research_help.htm
The MLA Style Guide for Works Cited and a generic Works Cited Source Log are
included in the student planner.
Booking the Library

• All teachers wishing to use the library for class research purposes must schedule library time for their class
in advance. A booking binder is set up on the table in the library office for this purpose.
• The Library is a busy facility used by all subject areas, so we ask that teachers book no more than 3
consecutive periods in a row.
• When booking, please indicate if it is a first visit (N) or a return visit (R) by your class, the number of
students in the class, the topic being researched, and the section(s) of the library to be booked: rotunda,
seminar room, or computer workstations (please indicate the number required).
• A copy of the research assignment should be given to the teacher-librarian at the time of booking.
• Teachers should review the assignment, resources and library facility arrangement with the Teacher-
Librarian in advance of the visit, in order to determine any information literacy skills that need to be taught
or reviewed, and to ensure that adequate workspace is reserved.
Sending Students To The Library From Class

A teacher can send up to 4 unsupervised students to the library, during class time, to do a specific research
task on their own, by filling out a library ‘pink sheet’. When students arrive in the library, staff will indicate the
time of arrival and as students leave to return to class, the time of library departure. Students are required to
take the sheet back to their classroom teacher before the end of the period. This ensures that the students’
whereabouts are tracked at all times. If possible, please phone the library ahead (ext. #2210 or #2606) to
determine if space is available.
Pink sheets are available in the main office by the mailboxes, or in the library.
Book Borrowing Information

For students:
• All students must present a student card or other photo ID to borrow library resources
• Loan period for books – 3 weeks, unless reserved for class use; magazines – 3 days; videotapes –
overnight.
• Materials must be brought in for renewals.
• Maximum number of items per topic – 4; maximum number of items per student – 8.
• All overdue items must be returned and fines paid before borrowing material.
• Lost items must be paid for in addition to any fines owing.
• Fines are 25 cents per school day to a maximum of $10.00 per item.
For staff:
• All WCI staff may borrow resources (ID is not required).
• The loan period is set at 3 weeks and resources may be renewed.
• Staff may borrow resources over holiday breaks.
• While staff are not charged fines, lost items must be paid for at replacement cost.
• Circulation is available only when a teacher-librarian, the library secretary or the library assistant is
available.
Fine/Overdue Notices
The library secretary issues reminder slips for both overdue books and fines, through homeroom. It is very
important that homeroom teachers give these slips to students since this is our only way to communicate with
them.
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Print Copies For Students and Staff
Each student can print 50 pages without cost throughout the school year
• Additional print copies are purchased in the library. Updates to student print accounts are done
once a day after school, so it is important for students to plan ahead by purchasing their print
copies one day in advance.
• Black and white prints are .05 cents/page; colour prints are $1.00/page
• The minimum payment is $1.00 for 20 pages.
• Current print account balance can be checked at any time by accessing the print balance icon
under DeskTools on the desktop.
Teachers are part of the print account system (Pcounter) and are given a certain number of print copies in
September. This can be updated as needed by contacting the library or in-school technician.
Expectations For Student Behaviour in the Library

• no hats, food or drink are permitted in the library (water excepted).
• personal listening and wireless devices are permitted, providing students follow our Code of
Digital Conduct and Acceptable Use Policy.
• students must be engaged in research, study, homework completion or recreational reading when
in the library.
If you have any questions, please feel free to drop by the library and see a teacher-librarian. We hope you will
use the library often to support your courses, and for your own leisure and professional development. We look
forward to working with you to make your class visits to the library meaningful experiences for both you and
your students.
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Technological Property – Acceptable Use Procedure
The Waterloo Region District School Board believes that students and staff should have opportunities to:
• Access local, national and international sources of information;
• Collaborate and communicate with both local and world communities;
• Develop knowledge and skills that will be useful throughout their lives.
The Board, by providing access to telecommunication services and access to various forms of technology,
recognizes the potential to support curriculum and student learning expectations in order to promote
educational excellence.
The Board will make every effort to protect students and staff from misuse and abuse of these services and
will take reasonable steps to ensure that they are used only for purposes consistent with the Board’s learning
expectations. Notwithstanding, misuse and abuse may occur. It is the responsibility of each user to guard
continuously against inappropriate and/or illegal activity. All equipment owned by the Board is purchased for
the purpose of carrying out the mandate of the Board, regardless of the location of the equipment. The Board
has the right to view email and other related documents at its discretion. It is at the sole discretion of the
Board to decide who is given access, who retains access and who is denied access to telecommunication
services.
Use of these telecommunications services and computer technology is a privilege, not a right. The service is
provided to students to enhance their educational experience and to staff to assist them in the performance
of their jobs. The privilege may be revoked for unacceptable conduct and students or staff may be subject to
disciplinary action. Abuse of the technology may also lead to civil and/or criminal action.
Unacceptable conduct includes the following, and other unmistakable misuse of the technology.
1. Using Board technological property for any illegal activity, including hacking.
2. Using Board technological property for personal, political, financial or commercial gain.
3. Degrading or disrupting equipment or system/network performance of WRDSB or other systems (e.g.,
introducing a virus, attaching personally owned or non-approved, non-standard devices to the network).
4. Vandalizing equipment or the data of other users (e.g. opening up the equipment).
5. Gaining unauthorized access to resources, files, programs, other computer systems or technological
entities (electronic trespassing).
6. Invading the privacy of individuals, harassing others or personally attacking others.
7. Sharing or using others’ access codes, account numbers, passwords and other authorizations which
have been assigned to them.
8. Posting anonymous messages.
9. Placing unlawful information on the Board technological property or distributing it via the system (e.g.,
hate literature).
10. Using abusive, offensive, degrading or objectionable language in public or private messages.
11. Sending messages that are likely to result in the loss of a recipient’s work or in the disruption of the
system/network (e.g., a computer virus).
12. Sending “chain letters” or global messages or other types of communications, which would cause
congestion of the system (e.g., spamming).
13. Sending or receiving messages and/or images, which are inconsistent with the Board’s curriculum and
conduct procedures. These include messages and/or images, which are racist, pornographic, dangerous,
and obscene or contain threats of violence.
14. Plagiarism or copyright violation.
15. Misuse of peripheral computer equipment (scanners, digital cameras, etc.).
16. Accessing email services which allow a user to be identified as other than they.
17. Deliberately bypassing or attempting to bypass security provisions implemented by the Board (content
filter, firewall, etc.).
18. Establishing or accessing websites, links, postings or email messages, which have a connection to the
School Board and are criminal, degrading, defamatory or inappropriate.
19. Downloading or posting inappropriate comments, defamatory remarks or pictures.
20. Installing unauthorized, non-standard (non-ITS approved) software or operating systems.
21. Developing or accessing programs that harass other users, infiltrate a computer system or alter the
software components of a system.
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22. Using Board technological property to give out personal information such as home addresses, telephone
numbers or credit card numbers.
23. Using Board technological property to offer or provide goods or services or to advertise products.
24. Using Board technological property to conduct political campaigns or advocate for or against candidates
involved in municipal, provincial or federal elections.
25. Downloading files that are not for educational purposes (e.g., games, MP3).
The Board believes that students and staff benefit from access to telecommunications services and
computer technology, in the form of information resources and opportunities for collaboration and
discussion. The Board also believes that the benefits far exceed any disadvantages. Adults, whether
they are staff or students over age 18, are responsible for their own use of in-school computer
telecommunications and computer technology. Parent(s) and/or guardian(s) are responsible for
encouraging students under age 18 in the appropriate use of technology in the school.
Violating the Acceptable Use Procedures may result in:

• Restricted network access and/or access to computer technology;
• Loss of network access and/or access to computer technology;
• Suspension and/or expulsion;
• Civil and/or legal action.
Summary
The following summary has been prepared to highlight the circumstances/situations, which occur most
frequently during the school year: Violating the Acceptable Use Procedures may result in:
• Every student must only use his or her own assigned user account. Your account will be suspended
for sharing your password or for using someone else’s account.
• Upon receiving your account and password, change your password immediately to something that
only you will know and that is NOT easy for another person to guess. Keep it secret only to you.
• Do not use someone else’s account under and circumstances (no one, including the owner of the
other account, can give you permission to use another’s account).
• Do not give your password to anyone else or let anyone use your account once you’ve logged in.
• Computers are for class assignment, homework, and research only.
• The following items are forbidden: games (either internet or network); hacking or vandalizing of
equipment of files; personal email; posting to forums/message boards; streaming video; downloading
of files that aren’t for educational purposes (eg. Mp3’s, games, racist, pornographic or otherwise
offensive web pages/pictures).
• Only staff may move mice and/or keyboards from one machine to another.
Consequences for Breach of the Acceptable Use Guideline

Dependent on the nature of the offense, the typical consequences for breach of the acceptable use
guideline include:
st
1 offense: Meeting with Vice-Principal to discuss offense; Minimum 3-day suspension of network
privileges
nd
2 offense: Meeting with Vice-Principal to discuss offense; Minimum 10-day suspension of network
privileges; a letter will be sent home explaining offense and suspension. The letter must be signed by
the parent/guardian and returned prior to the re-instatement of privileges.
rd
3 offense: Meeting with Vice-Principal to discuss offense: Suspension of network privileges for
remainder of school year with a review prior to consideration of status for next academic year. This
may involve a loss of a credit(s) where the student is removed from a class(es) where network access
is a required component of the course.
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2010-2011 WCI STUDENT PLANNER

SCHOOL YEAR CALENDAR............................................................................................................................... 4

REGULAR DAY BELL

IMPORTANT DATES TABLE............................................................................................................................... 6

STUDENT ACTIVITIES AT WCI

PLANNING FOR YOUR OSSD...........................................................................................................................14

ASSESSMENT EVALUATION AND REPORTING GUIDELINES ...........................................................................................16

STUDENT TIMETABLES ............................................................................................................................................ 4

ATHLETES / ATHLETICS AT WCI

LIBRARY RESOURCE CENTRE........................................................................................................................37

TECHNOLOGICAL PROPERTY – ACCEPTABLE USE PROCEDURE................................................................ 4

Waterloo Collegiate Institute:

Our Mission is to value

Ms. J. Shortreed, Principal

Waterloo Collegiate Institute - Regular Day Bell Schedule

Special 10 Period Day

Full Disclosure • Thursday, February 24, 2011

Commencement • Friday, November 5, 2010 @ WCI

Ministry Mandated Dates • Thanksgiving – Monday, October 11, 2010

Pre-Exam Non-Testing Days • January 21 - 25, 2011

Examinations • Wednesday, January 26 – Tuesday, February 1, 2011

• Wednesday, September 15, 2010 • Wednesday, February 9, 2011

• Jr. Awards Assembly – Thursday, June 9, 2011

Absence Reporting Procedures

Absences: Valid Reasons

Students Enrolled in Co-operative Education Courses

Students 18 and Over

Consequences for Absences and Late Arrivals to Classes

Consequences for Absences and Extra-Curricular Activities

When a concern arises, the following process needs to be carried forth:

1) The teacher speaks to the coach/teacher supervisor

Grade 9 - VIKING INTEGRATION PROGRAMME (VIP)

The positions that are obtained through an APPLICATION process are:

Co-Mayor ...................................Nathaniel Christopher

18 Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5

3 Math (min. 1 in Gr. 11 or 12)

0.5 Career Studies

Literacy Test (Successful)

Community Service (40 hours)

PLANNING Your Next Steps After High School

POST SECONDARY EXPLORATION

The Seven Fundamental Principles

Content Standards – Curriculum Expectations

Performance Standards – The Achievement Chart

LEARNING SKILLS AND WORK HABITS

Learning Skills and Work Habits

Performance Standards – Levels of Achievement

Evaluation – Assessment OF Learning

Student Responsibilities With Respect to Evidence for Evaluation

CHEATING AND PLAGIARISM

LATE AND MISSING ASSIGNMENTS

Current WCI Policy

Students absent from an exam for a valid reason:

Communications: Course of Study and Course Outlines

Communications: Reporting Concerns and Extra Help

Waterloo Collegiate Institute

Student:____________________________________________ IEP: YES Phone Number: ________________

REASON FOR FAILURE (Check all that apply)

NOTIFICATION & INTERVENTIONS (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

TEACHER PROGRAM RECOMMENDATION (Check all that apply)

No Exams → Failure Form due by NOON JUNE ___

* Attach detailed Markbook printout *

Writing the Exam

Student:____________________________ IEP: YES Phone Number: