2018-2019 Prep School Parent Handbook Grades 6, 7, 8 Bayview Glen is a community of school life, including routines and learners that includes students, expectations. It is intended to parents, faculty, staff and alumni. be a reference guide and source Clear, inclusive and interactive book for parents to help develop communication plays an essential an understanding of our practices role in helping us to understand and procedures, as well as our one another’s needs and values and school culture. expectations, and is paramount Please note that this is a living when building an informed school document and that additions community. and adjustments may be made This Parent Handbook is designed throughout the year. It will also be to be one of the communication reviewed and updated annually. Welcome to the Prep School at Bayview Glen, a place tools that parents and families It is our hope that once you have where empowering transformations occur every day. can count on for clear, pertinent, read this Parent Handbook, and factual information about you will have a more complete Our Prep School shares the same campus as our Our inquiry-based enriched curriculum enhances the Prep School at Bayview Glen. understanding of all the workings Upper School. In this thoughtfully designed, our students’ curiosity, creativity, and imagination. It has been carefully prepared of the Prep School community at warmly encouraging environment, our children Leadership opportunities, such as involvement to provide details of day-to-day Bayview Glen. grow into vibrant, grounded, self-advocating in the Student Council, experiential trips, and adolescents who are well on their way to a Young Round Square initiatives, inspire students promising young adulthood. to venture outside their comfort zones. Exciting Athletics and Arts programmes motivate In our Prep School, we carefully attend to our students to discover new dimensions of our students’ individual talents, interests and themselves and each other. This, along with a aspirations, while building their confidence, challenging curriculum that offers reach-ahead capability, self-awareness and understanding of credit opportunities and promotes innovation, Whole Child, their responsibilities within this environment, prepares our students for life in the Upper School to the wider community, and eventually to the and beyond. world around them. We also understand that each child develops at a different rate emotionally, We are very proud of our confident, compassionate, intellectually, physically and socially, and attend to inventive and globally-minded Prep School students. Whole Life, all students as individuals. Welcome to their world!

Whole World. Kindest regards, Our Mission To provide an excellent education, through high expectations of academic achievement and caring individual support, to enable students to learn, to Eileen Daunt, Dina Astrella, Christopher Federico, grow and to become responsible, productive and contributing members of the Head Of School Assistant Head, Prep School Assistant Head, Academics global community.

» To develop the whole person by fostering self-worth and love of learning through a diversified curriculum, promoting intellectual, physical and emotional growth. » To maintain a multicultural community among students, parents, faculty, staff, alumni and friends. » To develop in our students respect and concern for themselves and for others, with the confidence and integrity to meet challenges.

PAGE 3 Contents Our History 5 Conduct 24 National Anthem and Land Acknowledgement 6 Guiding Principles 24 Academics 7 Roles and Responsibilities 24 Standards of Behaviour 25 Academic Integrity 7 Consequences for Inappropriate Behaviour 26 Academic Requirements 8 Suspensions and/or Dismissal 27 Assembly, AGP (Homeroom) and Goal Setting 9 Student Safety 27 Assessment, Evaluation, and Reporting of Student Reporting Abuse 27 Achievement 9 Peer Relations 28 Reporting Achievement 10 Bullying 28 Parent-Teacher Conferences 10 Clockwise from top left: Where it began • 275 Duncan Mill Road • 85 Moatfield Drive Character Education 28 Student-Led Conferences 10 Co-Curricular Academic Opportunities and Technology in the Prep School 30 Competitions 10 Acceptable Use of Technology 30 The Grade 7 Technocup Challenge 10 The Information and Communication Technology Robotics 11 Acceptable Use Policy 32 Our History Curriculum 11 Communications and Community 34 ayview Glen was founded in 1962 by In 1991, the Doreen Hopkins Foundation was taken Grade Eight Curriculum Considerations 11 Cellular Telephones 34 L. Doreen (nee Barwick) Hopkins as a over by the Macmarmon Foundation and Terry Guest Community Involvement 11 Digital and Online Communication 34 nursery school and day camp housed was appointed Headmaster to preside over the future Reach-Ahead Opportunities in the Prep School 11 Publications 34 End of Year Examinations and Assessments 12 Admissions – Welcome to Bayview Glen 35 in a barn in the Don River Valley, development of the school. The decade of the 90s was Problem-Based Learning 12 Advancement 35 located north of York University’s one of progress and growth, and the student popula- Curriculum Nights 13 Alumni Relations 36 Glendon Campus in North York. Its tion grew from 243 to approximately 950, ranging Extra Help 13 Archives 36 mandate was to provide ‘a nurturing environment from preschool to university entrance. In 1998, Bay- Homework 13 The Parents’ Association 37 inB which each and every child is precious’. view Glen acquired the Upper School Campus. Late Assignments and Missed Tests 13 Leadership Development 14 Daily Routines and General Information 38 By 1964, Bayview Glen had expanded to include In September 2000, the Upper School was officially Absences 38 Adventuring 14 students from age two to Grade 1, and an adjoining opened by H.R.H. The Duke of York. The site was After-School Programme 38 The Grade 6 Trip to Quebec City 14 property was acquired. By 1969, new buildings had complete with a double gymnasium and theatre The Outdoor Adventure and Leadership Trips Allergens and Anaphylaxis 38 been added and the school grew to include students complex. In 2001, Terry Guest left Bayview Glen and took for Grade 7 and 8 Students 14 Arrivals and Departures 39 Attendance 39 through to Grade 6. up the position of Executive Director of Round Square, of The Prep School Student Council 14 Breakfast Options 39 which Bayview Glen is a member. He was succeeded by Young Round Square Opportunities 15 The 70s were a decade of steady expansion and Community Tuesdays 39 Stuart Grainger, who was Headmaster until 2003. Application Process for YRS 15 Concussion Information 40 ongoing renovation for the school. However, Conferences 16 Cellular Telephones 42 in 1980 Mrs. Hopkins died and the L. Doreen Today, the goals and mission of Bayview Glen are Exchanges and Hosting 16 Civvies Days 42 Hopkins Foundation took control of overseeing the championed by Eileen Daunt, who was appointed The Young Round Square Committee 16 Change of Address, Telephone Number and Email Address 42 furtherance of the founder’s dream. The barn was Head of School in 2003. Adventure Place -- Better Beginnings 16 Early Departures 42 closed, so a new, permanent facility was built in its The Learning Centre, Learning Strategist and Learning House Leagues 42 In June 2014, the new Bayview Glen Moatfield Campus Strategies 16 House System 42 place. There was still no room for an Upper School, was complete and officially opened by H.R.H. The Ontario Student Record 16 The Ill Child 43 which had become the wish of many parents. Duke of York. The new site includes a new Prep School, Ontario Student Transcript 17 Illness at School 43 As a result, space was leased from an engineering renovated Upper School, dining hall, recording studio, Study Skills 17 Lice 43 rooftop garden, fitness centre, yoga studio, learning Year-End Academic and Character Awards 18 Lockers 43 firm at 275 Duncan Mill Road. In 1985, four teachers, and a Grade 7 and 8 class made the initial move commons, and more. Gryphons Athletics 20 Lost and Found 44 Snow Day Procedures 44 into the renovated office space, tiptoeing around Throughout our history, Bayview Glen has offered a Athletic Mission 20 Transportation 44 How to Get Involved 20 the design staff who still occupied the bulk of co-educational, multicultural, community-focussed Uniform 44 the building. Throughout the rest of the decade, Mandatory Windsuit 20 Prep School Uniform Checklist 45 environment. We remain true to our mandate of one grade per year was added. In 1989, the valley Sports Teams 20 Additional Uniform Considerations 46 providing ‘a nurturing environment in which each 2018-2019 Athletics Teams 21 Vacations 46 property was sold and the Lower School moved to and every child is precious’. CISAA Code of Sportsmanship 21 Visitors 46 the Duncan Mill Campus. Team Awards 22 End of Year Athletic Awards 22 Memberships 47 Our National Anthem The Bayview Glen Land O Canada! Acknowledgement Our home and native land! True patriot love in all of us command. Giving a Land Acknowledgement recognizes that we are not the first occupiers of the land and that it Academics Car ton bras sait porter l’épée, was inhabited and cared for by Indigenous peoples Il sait porter la croix! for many centuries before the arrival of settlers. The Bayview Glen philosophy Whole Child, Whole is that students are responsible for their own Ton histoire est une épopée The following text is one of three of the Land Life, Whole World is at the core of a Bayview learning and that credit must be given to the ideas Glen education. It focusses on the educational and work product of others. In assigning work, Des plus brillants exploits. Acknowledgements that we use at Bayview Glen. It was developed specifically for our school by a local continuum from Preschool (age 2) through Grade 12, teachers will outline their expectations with God keep our land glorious and free! Indigenous artist and educator: engendering abilities and values that last lifetimes. respect to collaboration, peer editing, outside help O Canada, we stand on guard for thee. and advice, and the proper crediting of sources. In I would like to honour the original people of this At Bayview Glen, we create an educational every case, however, students remain personally O Canada, we stand on guard for thee. land, to say thank you for taking such good care of environment that: accountable for the work they submit. our mother the earth, so that we could all have a • shapes intellectually agile and culturally adept place to call home today. Thank you to the Huron citizens Breaches of academic integrity include, but are not Peoples also known as the Wendat Nation, the • builds intellectual and personal fortitude limited to, the following: Haudenosaunee also known as the Five Nation • fosters purposeful creation and sophisticated self- • submitting the thoughts, writings, or work Confederacy, the Three fire Confederacy of the reflection product of others as if they were one’s own, either Anishnaabe, which includes The Mississauga of • and builds capacity to contribute to and embrace intentionally or by failing to properly cite one’s the New Credit. These are the original peoples opportunity in a world of accelerating change. sources; • submitting work completed with the aid of a tutor; of this land and we as settlers and newcomers Educating the whole child involves identifying • submitting work revised or rewritten, beyond have a responsibility to honour these people by and nurturing talents. At the Prep School, this simple proofreading, by others; acknowledging them and taking good care of this requires that, as educators, we provide a wide range • submitting the same work for assignments in land and each other. of interesting opportunities for students to explore multiple courses, unless specific permission is in our academic and co-curricular programmes. given by the teachers assigning the work; These include, but are not limited to, exposure to • copying the work of other students; languages such as Spanish and Mandarin, Problem- • sharing one’s work with other students. Based Learning, Young Round Square opportunities, Robotics, public speaking, Mathematics competitions, Work that is determined to have been submitted in Techno-Cup, outdoor adventuring, philanthropy, and breach of our expectations of academic integrity student politics. will not be considered for evaluation and will receive an interim mark of zero. For all work in Grade 6, 7, and 8 courses, and for work that forms part of the 70% term mark in Grade 9 reach ahead Academic Integrity courses, the student will be required to submit an alternate assignment in a form and by a deadline Academic integrity lies at the core of a Bayview determined by the teacher. Late penalties may be Glen education. Breaches of academic integrity applied. For work that forms part of the 30% final demonstrate a lack of respect for intellectual evaluation mark in reach ahead credit courses, no property, fellow students, teachers, and the alternate assignment will be permitted and the academic community, and deny students the student will receive a mark of zero on that portion of opportunity for real learning and useful feedback. the final evaluation. Students are expected to act with honesty and integrity in all academic work. Students are taught Teachers have at their discretion the use of Turnitin, appropriate techniques for crediting sources and an online submission tool that compares the are expected to make use of these throughout their work submitted to a large and growing database academic careers. As academic seniority increases, of existing assignments and published works. expectations for academic honesty become more All students are expected to retain rough drafts stringent. and notes for their work, and may be engaged in conversation by the teacher to demonstrate their At its most basic, the essence of academic integrity ownership and knowledge of the content.

bayviewglen.ca @bayviewglen @bayviewglen @bayviewglen_toronto PAGE 7 Teachers who believe that a breach of academic expected that students strive for greater mastery schools whose members are dedicated to providing ‘theatrical sides’, we provide them with experiential integrity has occurred will consult with the of subject matter and participation in enriched the very best educational opportunities for opportunities to learn social skills and boundaries, Assistant Head, Academics, who will recommend level courses is dependent upon the individual today’s youth. As a group, they prepare for the while honing communication and cooperative appropriate action based on a review of the work student’s ability. annual music festival (CISMF). It is a wonderful skills. Drama nurtures self-esteem and confidence, submitted and any other supporting documents. opportunity for students and music educators no matter the part or level of participation. to collaborate in a non-competitive manner. When, with reasonable grounds, a teacher recognizes Students who are not interested in being on stage Members of the choir are selected by their school an instance of academic dishonesty, the teacher will: can try their hands at working as Booth Crew, in Arts Opportunities directors, and the instrumentalists participate • inform the Assistant Head Production or in Stage Management. There are in an audition process that is adjudicated by CIS • retain the student assignment, and request any ongoing opportunities for learning about stage and Outside the Classroom music educators. Approximately 1400 students join rough drafts and research material lighting throughout the year, and the Head of Booth music faculty to practise and rehearse together to • source the original material that was potentially We are proud to have all students in the Prep school is a part of the Student Council. create an extraordinary annual performance at Roy used inappropriately enrolled in the Music programme. Outside of class Thompson Hall in April. The concert demonstrates In the past, we have chosen scripts that provide an • meet with the Assistant Head to further there are also co-curricular opportunities to be the exemplary talent nurtured in the music introspective look at Middle School life, complete investigate the potential academic dishonesty and involved in. Students have the occasion to share programmes of CIS Ontario schools. with exploring the challenges of adolescence, discuss next steps their love of music in and around the school’s and topics such as inclusivity and identity. Such community at assemblies, concerts and special Private Music Lessons opportunities make their way into the classroom Next Steps for Academic Dishonesty: events. as well. The Private Music Lessons programme at Bayview If it was determined through the investigation Glen is provided as a convenient service to parents process that a student did commit a form of The Annual Art Gallery Evening and students to allow for private music instruction Academic Dishonesty, the Assistant Head shall Each year, members of the Arts Department after school hours. Assembly, AGP meet with the teacher and student to formulate prepare a gallery evening that features the works appropriate consequences, which could include, but of artists from BG2 through AP. The exhibit spans The Private Music Lessons Programme is available (Homeroom) and Goal are not limited to, one or more of the following: our two campuses and includes a wide variety of to students in Grades 1 to 12 whose musical • contacting the parent(s) of the student media. Visitors have the opportunity to visually knowledge is at the beginner or advanced level. Setting • requiring the student to rewrite the assignment enjoy some original art and may purchase prints Each week, students enrolled receive a private demonstrating proper citation and research half hour lesson on the instrument of their choice. of artwork created by individual students or Every Friday, students and faculty meet in the J.T.M. process skills All instructors are highly qualified musicians collaborative groups. Guest Theatre for Assembly. This is an opportunity • requiring the student to complete an alternate from the community and will each determine, for the entire Prep School to join together to share assignment through consultation with parents, the needs and Concerts and Performances information, to listen to guest speakers, and to • requiring that the student attend a seminar on goals for each child. Royal Conservatory of Music celebrate our diversity and many successes. Formal proper citation and research process, and work The Holiday Concert in December is an examination preparation is also an available dress uniform is required on Fridays. with the teacher and/or teacher-librarian to exhilarating and elaborate multicultural option. This programme is based on the full year demonstrate proper skills celebration of community through music. Students and does not run on a term-by-term basis. On other days of the week, students meet in • a deduction of marks on the assignment in Grade 7 and 8 perform vibrant choral and band Homerooms. It is at this time that daily news Students may choose instruction in voice, piano, selections from diverse cultures and religions, is shared, and that discussions that pertain to A failure to uphold standards of academic integrity guitar, percussion (Grade 6 and up only), tuba, embracing the sentiments of the holiday season. academic and social development occur. Annual represents a grave breach of the Bayview Glen core baritone, trombone, trumpet, French horn, goal setting will occur at this time and during values. Students who knowingly violate the academic In January, our Grade 6 students have their own saxophone, clarinet, theory, violin, oboe and flute. Grade 6 PBL times. integrity policy place in jeopardy their ability to serve Musicians’ Evening. It is a fully interactive event With the exception of voice and piano, students will in or stand for positions of leadership, placement on where parents become part of the show. be responsible for providing their own instruments. the Honour Roll or Head’s Honour Roll, eligibility In the spring, Bayview Glen presents the musical All students will also be responsible for the for school awards, and, in repeated or extreme cases, talents of all our Prep students through our Spring purchase of music books and sheet music that may Assessment, Evaluation their continued enrolment at Bayview Glen. Concert (matinee and evening shows). It is a time to be assigned by the instructor. welcome our Grade 6 students to the big stage and and Reporting an opportunity to thank our graduating students The Prep School Players and Academic for three years of performance and dedication. Production Teams Achievement We see great importance in theatre and dramatic Assessment is the process of gathering, from a The Conference of Independent expression at the Prep, and try our best to build Requirements variety of sources, information that accurately Schools’ Music Festival on the excellent work and momentum created in reflects how well a student is achieving the A minimum mark of 50% in a course is required for the Lower School as a result of Spring Festivals. The Conference of Independent Schools of Ontario curriculum expectations in a subject or course. a student to progress to the next Grade level. It is When we allow our students to explore their (CIS Ontario) is a collegial group of 48 independent The primary purpose of assessment is to improve

bayviewglen.ca @bayviewglen @bayviewglen @bayviewglen_toronto PAGE 9 student learning. Evaluation is the process of with the assistance and guidance of the Homeroom compete against other teams to build a bridge using environment, students are encouraged to take judging the quality of student learning on the teacher, and include samples of work completed the West Point Bridge Building software. Winners initiative, challenge themselves, and discover their basis of established criteria and assigning a value in various subject areas. During the Student-Led are determined by the utility, structural integrity own identities, interests, capabilities, and aptitudes. to represent that quality (Ontario Ministry of Conferences, students have the opportunity to share and cost of the bridge. Bayview Glen sends a group The curriculum, while academically rigorous, Education, Growing Success, 2010). their accomplishments, reflections, and goals for of 10 qualified students (five teams) to participate. encourages students to develop skills and the future. Students in Grade 6 also work towards Assessment involves the review of a combination of understanding in all areas: Art, English, Health and completing their portfolios during their PBL student products, observations, and conversations Robotics Physical Education, French, Mathematics, Music, classes. for which students receive descriptive feedback, Bayview Glen’s co-curricular robotics programme Science, Social Studies, and Spanish. anecdotal notes, marks and/or levels. In the primarily focusses on competing within the First Specifics about the curriculum at each grade level Lower, Prep, and Upper Schools, assessment and Lego League (FLL). The FLL is an international follow: evaluation is ongoing with varied opportunities Co-Curricular competition consisting of approximately 300 Prep School Prep School Prep School to achieve mastery. Students are graded according 000 students worldwide, and approximately to the achievement criteria outlined in the 30,000 teams. Each year there is a new, themed 2018-2019 2018-2019 2018-2019 Academic Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8 Ontario Curriculum in four broad categories: competition that incorporates real world problems Curriculum Curriculum Curriculum Knowledge, Thinking/Inquiry, Application, and Opportunities and like sustainable food practices, waste management, Communication. or water treatment. Team members at Bayview Glen Students are also evaluated on their learning skills Competitions range in age from Grades 5 to 9. and work habits: responsibility, organization, The students develop important coding Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8 independent work, collaboration, initiative, and Throughout the year, students are provided competencies that apply mathematical concepts Curriculum Curriculum Curriculum self-regulation. These evaluations appear on the the opportunity to be involved in academic to sequenced algorithms. Students also develop report card in the form of a letter: E (excellent), G competitions. These allow our students to develop structural engineering principles to ensure (good), S (satisfactory), and N (needs improvement). problem-solving abilities, analytical thinking, consistent and predictable outcomes when using communication skills, collaboration, time their robots. Besides the robotics skills, members management, confidence, and a range of other of FLL robotics teams develop entrepreneurship Grade 8 Curriculum Reporting Achievement skills. abilities through a required innovative project. The following is a list of competitions in which Prep The project necessitates that team members seek Considerations: students generally participate: out a relevant problem related to the competition’s Students receive ongoing feedback from Subject The AMC 8 and AMC 10 (Mathematics) theme, research the issue, and find a way to invent teachers throughout their courses. A progress Community Involvement FLL Robotics a new solution or improve upon a current one. report is provided in November and formal report The Grade 7 Technocup Virtual Bridge-Building Team members meet with experts, use the design The Ontario Ministry of Education requires all cards in December, March, and June. All Report Challenge thinking process to develop prototypes, and develop secondary school students to complete 40 hours Cards include grades, subject comments, learning The InCite Writing Competition a solution to their project. Finally, students have of Community Involvement in order to earn the skills and work habits, and absences. Mark Updates The Interschool Geography Challenge to build effective communication skills through Ontario Secondary School Diploma. Bayview are available in Edsby at each reporting period and The ISOMA Math Olympics collaborative five-minute pitches to judging panels. Glen students are required to complete 15 hours include a summary of all evaluations completed of Community Involvement each school year that The Kiwanis Music Festival Embedded in all of this is a culture of sharing. The to date for each subject and a breakdown of they are in the Upper School to be eligible for The Mathematica Centrum Competitions teams are rewarded for forming partnerships with achievement in each of the four categories. the Bayview Glen Diploma. Students may begin The Sterling Hall Invitational Public Speaking other teams and exchanging their knowledge in amassing hours as of July 1st in the year they Competition order to help each other improve. Parent-Teacher Conferences The Toronto Kiwanis Music Festival graduate Grade 8. Communication between parents and teachers The Toronto Public Science Fair The Bayview Glen co-curricular robotics is vital to student success. One method of The University of Waterloo Beaver Computing programme aligns with our school’s Core Values Reach-Ahead Opportunities in the communicating is Parent-Teacher Conferences, Challenge and goal to develop strong academic proficiency, Prep School which occur in the months of November The University of Waterloo Mathematics Contests: global citizenship and entrepreneurship abilities According to the Ministry of Education, under and January. Parents are welcome to request Cayley, Gauss, and Pascal within our student body. exceptional circumstances, individual students appointments with individual teachers outside of in Grade 8 may be given permission to “reach this schedule should the need or interest arise. The Grade 7 Technocup Challenge ahead” and take secondary school courses prior to The Grade 7 Technocup Challenge is a bridge- Curriculum entering the Upper School. This allows students Student-Led Conferences building competition open to Grade 7 students more flexibility in course selection as they enter All students will present academic portfolios to across CISOntario schools. Teams of two to three The Prep School offers a broad and challenging the Upper School and greater opportunities to take their parents in March at Student-Led Conferences. students will use their knowledge of science, curricular programme. Through the expectation Advanced Placement courses in Grades 11 and 12. These portfolios are developed throughout the year technology, engineering and mathematics to of academic excellence developed in a nurturing Under the provincial guidelines, “The principal

bayviewglen.ca @bayviewglen @bayviewglen @bayviewglen_toronto PAGE 11 of the elementary school and the principal of go to the Assistant Head prior to the examination When absent, students should check Edsby. They the secondary school will decide, on a case-by- We ask that vacation arrangements be made Curriculum Nights can also contact peers and/or their Subject teachers case basis, whether ‘reaching ahead’ to take a during designated holiday times as examinations to offer clarity. Students are responsible for secondary school course is in the best interest of will not be rescheduled for vacations. Curriculum Nights provide parents with an completing work assigned in their absence. the student.” Permission is granted by the school excellent opportunity to learn about their children’s after consultation with the parents and upon Problem-Based Learning academic programme from Homeroom and Subject close consideration of how students have fared in teachers. During the information sessions parents Grade 6 and 7 classes. Options will be discussed At Bayview Glen, we believe that inquiry and will learn about daily procedures; course, classroom Late Assignments and with parents and students at Curriculum Night in problem-solving are among the most important and school expectations; reach-ahead credits (for September and recommendations for placement are 21st-century skills for our students to develop. The Grade 8 students); and assessment and evaluation. Missed Tests made following the March Report Card. capacity to see connections and transfer skills Teachers will be on hand to discuss curriculum across disciplines, and to apply those skills to Every effort is made to ensure a balance between Students who are new to Bayview Glen must and answer questions. It is an opportunity to share solving novel problems, is something that does daily homework, tests and larger assignments. demonstrate eligibility through a process that information and put faces to names. not come naturally to many students and in fact Teachers publish test dates and assignment due includes written assessment and demonstration of needs to be explicitly taught. One way to build this dates on Edsby which automatically updates the completion of the Grade 8 material capacity is through Problem-Based Learning (PBL), student’s personal calendar to support them in Students may be recommended to enroll in one a teaching and learning methodology whereby Extra Help planning their time accordingly. The details of or more or Principles of Mathematics, Grade 9 students learn new skills and knowledge and make upcoming assignments and tests is also provided to (MPM1D), Core French, Grade 9 (FSF1D), and Issues connections to prior learning through the process In an effort to further support student learning and parents and students in the Weekly Updates. in Canadian Geography, Grade 9 (CGC1D). Level 1 of solving developmentally appropriate, authentic to address individual needs, teachers offer extra- Students who anticipate that they will need to Mandarin (LMKBD) is also offered through our ill-structured problems. help sessions throughout the year. These sessions submit an assignment after the published due date after school Mandarin programme. will focus on the review of course material or or will be absent on the day of a test are expected The PBL approach originated at McMaster the building of specific skills. The availability of University in the late 1960s as a way to improve to contact the appropriate teacher in advance of End of Year Examinations and teachers will be posted in classrooms and will be the due date and make alternate arrangements to the education of medical students and has since communicated home via newsletters. Extra help Assessments spread worldwide owing to its demonstrated submit or complete the work. This privilege will be may be mandatory for incomplete work and parents withdrawn if abused. Grade 8 students enrolled in the Grade 9 French ability to enhance both problem-solving and will be notified if this is the case. (FSF1D) and Grade 9 Mathematics (MPM1D) reach mastery of skills and knowledge. In contrast to If an assessment is not completed on the published ahead courses will write exams at the end of the more traditional approaches that involve a teacher- due date, and no prior extension has been year. There will also be a formal in-class assessment prescribed sequence of instruction, consolidation, negotiated, the teacher will: for the Grade 9 Issues in Canadian Geography and assessment, PBL uses the problem as a Homework • meet with the student to establish a new timeline course (CGC1D). starting point for learning. Students become both for submission (no more than five school days stakeholders in the problem and agents in their Students are responsible for their own record- from the date of the meeting) and put in place All students writing exams must adhere to the own learning while the teacher acts as coach and keeping and organization of homework. The measures to ensure the submission or completion following conditions: guide, shaping the process by supporting inquiry, Student Handbook, Edsby, OneNote, and the of the assignment. In consultation with the • class uniform is required curating resources, challenging student thinking, Outlook calendar are all useful tools for helping Assistant Head, Academics, these measures may • all book bags, books, pencil cases and papers are to and providing just-in-time delivery of essential students to manage their time and workload include requiring students to attend extra help or be left in the student’s locker knowledge and skills. PBL relies upon and extends effectively. after-school sessions and/or temporarily withdraw • no cell phones are permitted in exam rooms inquiry and develops higher-order thinking skills from co-curricular activities until the assignment • students talking during an exam will be asked to Students and parents should discuss any concerns by requiring students to think critically and is completed; leave the room regarding overall workload with Homeroom creatively about both possible solutions to their • notify parents and the student’s Homeroom • students will be admitted 15 minutes prior to teachers. problem and the processes for developing them. teacher, and any affected coaches or faculty exams to review the questions Students are encouraged to: advisors, of the late assignment, the new due date, • questions will be answered only 15 minutes prior In the Prep School, Grade 8 students take part • work for understanding and the measures imposed. to the exam start in a yearlong PBL course where they began by • check Edsby on a daily basis • there will be no questions answered during the identifying a social problem of importance to • use their handbook, timetables, and calendars for On the new due date, the teacher will collect from actual writing of the exams them and have worked through the process of planning completion of assignments and study the student and evaluate such work as has been • students must have all their required items with designing and presenting a solution. The products • submit assignments on or before the due date completed at that date. If no work is submitted, the them and services they have developed include phone • seek assistance from teachers when required teacher will consult with the Assistant Head with • there will be no borrowing from others apps to aid communication for the deaf and hard-of- • spend time previewing and reviewing lessons respect to the awarding of a zero for the missed • students who miss examinations due to illness hearing, new gender-neutral toys, and a service to • schedule regular study time in a quiet, distraction- work. will be required to produce a doctor’s note, and support the emotional needs of cancer patients. free space. will be required to write the examination at a later date. Notification of an absence due to illness must

bayviewglen.ca @bayviewglen @bayviewglen @bayviewglen_toronto PAGE 13 skill building, canoeing, campfire events, high- • understand that great leaders inspire greatness in Young Round Square Opportunities Leadership ropes courses, and many other exercises created others to challenge and instruct. While there are many • wear the uniform with pride Round Square is an association of more than 150 schools Development advantages to such trips, another basic purpose is • engage committee members and chair regular worldwide that share unique and ambitious goals. to help students prepare for future adventure and meetings – part of being a great leader means Students attending Round Square schools make a strong We believe that all students have the potential to leadership excursions when they attend the Upper sharing leadership commitment, beyond academic excellence, to personal lead, and opportunities to lead are imbedded in all School as part of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award the • work alongside faculty members to meet targets, development and responsibility in fulfilling the aspects of curricular and co-curricular life at the Round Square programme. complete tasks, and run spirit-building events IDEALS of the organization: promoting International understanding, Democracy, Environmental awareness, Prep. They occur in daily academic group work, Process for application and participation: in Gryphons Athletics, in musical ensembles and The Prep School Student Council Adventure, Leadership opportunities, and Service. Elections are held for the positions of Heads and Choir, when preparing for our annual dramatic Bayview Glen is a proud member of Round Square The Prep Student Council provides leadership Assistant Heads of Council, and Committee Heads production, during our class-wide trips, in the and works to empower students through character- opportunities and a voice for the students within and Assistant Heads. opportunity to act as docents for our annual Art building experiences in Community Service, exchange our community. The council consists of members show, during committee and club work, in the Prep In order to be a candidate, students must be in programmes and adventuring, helping students who are either elected or appointed after being School Student Council, etc. Furthermore, as a good standing as members of the Prep School to prepare to become leaders and guardians of interviewed. Within these roles, students ensure that member of the Round Square, student leadership community. tomorrow’s world. the Prep is a welcoming and respectful environment. is a pillar we deem pivotal to our students’ They take part in the organization of social events, Students nominate themselves and complete an Young Round Square of the Americas (YRSA) is a Junior development. house leagues, spirit days, the talent show, art application form and Candidate’s Profile (profile level association of Round Square International schools, initiatives, philanthropic opportunities, Young will be posted outside the Assistant Head’s office on providing opportunities and challenges for students in Adventuring Round Square initiatives, environmental awareness the top floor for all voters to view). The application Grades 7 and 8. building activities, and school-wide assemblies. process includes the collection of signatures of Young Round Square is embedded into the Prep The Grade 6 Trip to Quebec City support from fellow students, teachers and the The Prep School student council consists of: School as a student-led committee. With support parents of hopeful candidates. After all paperwork The four-day, three-night, bus trip to Quebec City, • The Heads of the Prep Student Council (Executive from the teacher supervisor, students educate others is completed and submitted, and students have which typically occurs in the first week of June, is Team) about the IDEALS and organize events. From the made the community aware of their intentions to a chance for students to experience the language • The Assistant Heads of Prep Student Council committee, smaller student groups are formed which run for a position, candidates will deliver a one- and culture of Quebec. This trip is longer than those (Executive Team) focus on environmentalism (Green Team) and service minute speech before the student body and faculty. in previous grades, and this extended time away • The Athletics Committee Heads (Community Outreach). All Prep School students Voting takes place soon after the speeches are from home means that the expectations are higher • The Athletics Committee Assistant Heads may apply to attend conferences and participate in delivered, and is completed through secret ballots. for greater student independence. Highlights have • The Arts Committee Heads exchange programmes within North America. To Votes are silent. included a visit to the Musée du Fort which explains • The Arts Committee Assistant Heads embrace the service aspect of Round Square, Prep the six sieges leading to the Battle of the Plains of • The Student Life Committee Heads Students applying for the positions of Head of School students organize activities that aid individuals Abraham, followed by a re-enactment of the conflict • The Student Life Committee Assistant Heads Grade 8 Yearbook and Head of Theatre Booth will locally, nationally and internationally. For local between the French and the English on the Plains; • Heads of House (to be elected in September) be appointed after being interviewed by faculty service, the Community Outreach committee prepare a trip to Sainte-Anne de Beaupré along the Chemin • Heads of Comm. Tech. liaisons for the respective committees. The same is holiday hampers for our local community through a Royal, the oldest road in Canada; and a walking- • Class Representatives (to be elected in September) true for The Young Round Square Executive, Heads partnership with Adventure Place (Better Beginnings discovery tour of the old walled city and Place • The Young Round Square Committee Executive (by of Green Team, Heads of Community Outreach, and Now). They also engage the student body by informing Royale in Lower Town. appointment, interview required) Heads of the Ambassadors Association. them about local charities such as Eva’s Place. For • Heads of Green Team (by appointment, interview Elections for the positions of Class Representatives national and international support, students have The Outdoor Adventure and required) and House Heads will be held during the first raised money for the Terry Fox Foundation and the Leadership Trips for Grade 7 and 8 • Head(s) of the Grade 8 Yearbook (by appointment, month of the new school year. Prince Alexander Fund. Students interview required) • Head of Theatre Booth (by appointment, interview Students must be re-enrolled at the time of nomination. Application Process for YRS In the fall, students and teachers in Grades 7 required) In the event that a student cannot fulfill their role after and 8 participate in outdoor adventure camping For all Young Round Square programmes, the • Head(s) of Ambassadors Association (by election, the student with the next highest number of trips. While staying on site in cabins and working student and parent complete an application that appointment, interview required) votes will be approached to take on this role. primarily out of doors, students learn about is available from the Young Round Square Co- • Heads of Community Outreach (by appointment, responsibilities for handling outdoor gear, wearing For students who do not wish to run for a position ordinator at the Prep School. The next step in the interview required) proper clothes for the outdoors, and managing on the Prep Student Council, they are always process is for the student to be interviewed by the their own belongings. Part of the mandate is Prep School Student Council members: welcome to join the group as members of the various Young Round Square Selection Committee. This encouraging students to work effectively and co- • are ambassadors to the school committees. There are plenty of opportunities for Committee is comprised of the Young Round Square operatively in groups through trust exercises and • are expected to uphold all school rules and our students to show school spirit, and to have their Co-ordinator and the Director of Global Education challenges. Activities include hiking, wilderness maintain good academic standing opinions and ideas heard within these teams. or another member of the Administrative Team.

bayviewglen.ca @bayviewglen @bayviewglen @bayviewglen_toronto PAGE 15 This Committee makes recommendations to the budget, and/or accessing community services. receives written consent to its earlier disposal. All Time Management Assistant Head, Prep School, and Head of School. student report cards are retained for five years after • use their handbook and Edsby daily This is a wonderful opportunity for our students to Students are then selected to participate in the a student leaves the school. Student transcripts are • take note of all homework and assessment get together and work towards helping vulnerable programme. kept on file for fifty-five years. deadlines families in our neighbourhood have a special • prioritize larger assessments, quizzes, tests, holiday season and help them meet their day-to-day exams, co-curricular responsibilities, etc. Conferences needs as well. This project has become an integral • post a calendar of assessments and other Bayview Glen sends a delegation of faculty and part of Bayview Glen’s holiday season and helps Ontario Student important dates somewhere in their workspace students (Grades 7 and 8) to the Annual Young our students build a strong sense of commitment to • set time aside for homework and assignment Round Square of the Americas Conference, which is their community. Transcript completion, and be realistic about the time hosted by a different school within North America required to successfully meet all requirements and is usually held in April. At this conference, The Ontario Student Transcript (OST) is established • prioritize study time, giving more challenging students take part in a variety of activities for all students enrolled in an Ontario Secondary The Learning Centre, subject matter more, and perhaps an earlier study generally geared towards their age and interests School course and provides a record of courses time and also toward fulfilling the IDEALS of Young completed by a student. The OST includes all Learning Strategist and • study more frequently for shorter time periods (i.e. Round Square. Grade 9 and 10 courses successfully completed 30-45 minutes studying followed by a 5-minute by the student, with percentage grades obtained Learning Strategies break, repeat) and credits earned, and all Grade 11 and 12 courses Exchanges and Hosting • break up large sections of material into completed or attempted by the student, with Opportunities exist for Grades 7 and 8 students to The Prep School’s Learning Centre is available to manageable bits percentage grades and credits earned. Confirmation participate in two to three week exchanges in North all students who require assistance or enrichment • study earlier in the day if possible and utilize that the student has completed the community America. Each year, Bayview Glen makes every in academic programming. It is one of the homes weekend time effectively involvement requirement and passed the OSSLT effort to send students to a variety of places such as of our Learning Strategist, who researches, plans • don’t leave completion of homework and is noted. As students begin completing credited British Columbia, Quebec, Alberta and California. and implements a variety of teaching and learning assignments until late Sunday night courses, a transcript will be generated at the end of Students who wish to go on an exchange submit their strategies to support the diverse and individualized each academic year and placed in the OSR. Reading and Remembering learning needs of our students. Effective learning application to the Young Round Square Co-ordinator. • read all notes and text material that will be tested strategies are shared and reinforced with our While on exchange, students are hosted by a – avoid leaving this until the last minute students when they enter Grade 6 during their family from the home school. Prior to departing, • assemble study notes prior to ‘review days’ so that Problem-Based Learning course. These are or upon their return to Bayview Glen, students who Study Skills they can tie up loose ends and ask their teachers supported and strengthened in classes and during participate in this programme are expected to host pertinent questions AGP as students progress through the Prep School. an incoming exchange student. Study skills are techniques and strategies that • recite information to help remember it allow students to capitalize on their time, available • check understanding by quizzing themselves or The Young Round Square Committee resources and individual abilities. These include asking a family member to help Ontario Student Record effective study routines, time management, note • create pictures, diagrams or charts to link words Students who are interested in being part of the taking, and quiz/test/exam preparation, to name and ideas Young Round Square Committee are welcome to just a few. As with any skill, practice makes perfect. The Ontario Student Record (OSR) is the record of Create Study Sheets/Review Cards sign up at the beginning of September. Students a student’s educational progress through schools The following is a list of various study strategies that • review notes from class in the evening – try to on this committee participate in a variety of in Ontario. It is confidential and only those people students can use in order to support learning at home. remember the teacher’s verbal cues and examples activities that include getting involved with the authorized under the Education Act have access to provided, and fill in the blanks local community, helping raise funds for worldwide Have the Right Attitude the file. Parents and students who want to view an • make jot notes, study sheets and flash cards prior charities as well as promoting the IDEALS of Round • remain positive and engaged in their learning OSR are required to make a formal request with the to quizzes and tests Square within Bayview Glen. • take regular breaks but don’t remain sedentary, Assistant Head. turn on the t.v., or get caught up in social media, • bring sheets and cards to review classes to ensure Adventure Place -- Better Beginnings When a student transfers to another school in etc. when doing so that you are on the right track Ontario, that student’s OSR will be sent upon receipt • avoid distractions – ask friends to respect their • jot down questions that arise from studying and Bayview Glen partners with Adventure Place (Better of an official written request. When a student time and avoid being distracted by their phones, ask these during review classes or during extra- Beginnings Now) to bring assistance to Toronto transfers to another school outside Ontario, only a social media, or other interruptions help sessions. families in need during the holiday season. This copy of the student’s OSR may be sent upon receipt of Above all else, students need come to know who programme works in partnership with a number of Study Environment an official written request from the receiving school. they are as learners. They need to capitalize on their other outreach organizations and aids vulnerable • study in an environment that allows them to be strengths, create strategies that work for them, families to ensure healthy development of children. In accordance with the OSR Guidelines 2000, any most productive work through challenges, and ask for help whenever The families we assist may be new to the country/ personal information placed in an OSR will be • organize the environment and keep it that way they need it. area and are having difficulty learning a new retained by the school for at least one year after • remove or turn off all distractions language, finding work, coping with a restricted the student graduates, unless the Head of School • provide good lighting

bayviewglen.ca @bayviewglen @bayviewglen @bayviewglen_toronto PAGE 17 contribution to the school. This student volunteers Year-End Academic and enthusiastically and enters into all new ventures Notes with energy, being courteous to peers and Character Awards demonstrating positive leadership values. The Newcomer Award is presented by the Parent The mission of Bayview Glen is to develop the Association. whole child, but the true hallmark of a Bayview Glen education is the academic rigour and vigour The Rowe Award (Citizenship Award) of our programme. At our year-end celebrations, we The Rowe Award is presented to students who recognize students who have excelled in individual have qualities of character that set them apart subject areas and within the greater community. and make them outstanding role models for the Descriptions of Athletic Awards appear in the entire student body. Recipients are chosen for Athletics section of this handbook. being strong leaders, excellent decision-makers, dedicated academics and supportive community Subject Awards members. Recipients are inclusive of everyone, and Subject Awards are presented to students who put the needs of others ahead of their own. In other exemplify the highest standards of scholarship in words, this recipient demonstrates an excellent the discipline. While achievement as measured in understanding of citizenship that is obvious outside marks is an important factor in the determining of his or her own classroom. the winner, scholarship also includes genuine passion for the subject; character and integrity; the The Scholarship Award capacity to make connections with learning outside Recipients of this award are selected through a the discipline; and the demonstrated ability to rigorous process which includes consideration of collaborate with others in the pursuit of knowledge. the scores they received on their scholarship exam, their academic standing across all their courses, The Bayview Glen Award – and a written essay. Equally important are the Contribution to the School contributions that these students have made to the Recipients of this award have shown an outstanding school community. commitment to our school and who have championed our school in academics, athletics, the The Spirit Award arts, student government -- you name it! They are Recipients of the Spirit Award are students who honoured for their selfless commitment, consistent have consistently assisted peers in athletic or contribution, and for being superb ambassadors of academic activities and have demonstrated a the school. positive attitude at all times. They eagerly embrace opportunities to show school spirit and to show The Innovation Award support for their fellow students. The Spirit Award Innovation is at the core of our success as a school is presented by the Parent Association. and as a country. True innovators are exceptional, transformative, passionate and tireless in their Valedictorian for the Graduating Class pursuit of knowledge that catalyzes change, and The person selected to be Valedictorian must be in their commitment to take action to realize that someone who is a strong and confident speaker, change. The Award was created in 2017 and was someone who is a keen observer of his or her peers, inspired by Ctrl-Z, a dynamic group of students who and someone who embodies the spirit of the grade. are not only world champions but trailblazers in In May, students are asked to self-nominate or their field. nominate a peer (once their permission is obtained) who will vie for an opportunity to be the voice of The Newcomer Award the grade at Graduation. Students will then present Recipients of this award are completing their their speeches before their class. A silent vote (via first year at Bayview Glen. They have embraced ballot) will follow. Bayview Glen life and demonstrated an outstanding

bayviewglen.ca @bayviewglen @bayviewglen @bayviewglen_toronto PAGE 19 Gryphons Athletics Team The CISAA Code of Offerings for 2018-2019 Sportsmanship Gryphons FALL 2018 Respect Rules, Opponents, Officials, Team and Self -- Coed Boys Girls Honour the Game! Senior Cross-Country Senior Soccer Senior Basketball The golden rule in sports is to treat others as you U14 Cross-Country Junior Soccer Junior Basketball would like to be treated. (Grades 6-8) U14 Soccer U14 Basketball • the knowledge and acceptance of the rules of any U13 Soccer U13 Basketball U11 Cross-Country game must be regarded as mutual agreements, the Athletics (Grades 4 & 5) U12 Soccer U12 Basketball spirit of which no one should try to evade or break U11 Soccer U11 Basketball • no advantages are to be sought over others, except U10 Soccer U10 Basketball the advantage of superior skill U9 Soccer U9 Basketball Athletic Mission How to become involved • officials and opponents must be regarded and Senior Volleyball Senior Field Hockey treated as honest in intention Registration for team tryouts will be posted on the school Junior Volleyball Senior Soccer Statement: • decisions of officials must be accepted absolutely website approximately 1 month prior to the start of each U14 Volleyball U14 Soccer (Grades 7 & 8) • to promote the values of teamwork, leadership, by players, coaches and parents season. Parents are asked to register their children for the (Grades 7 & 8) U12 Soccer competition, sportsmanship, respect and • visiting teams and spectators are honoured guests, team they wish to try out for prior to the first tryout. U12 Volleyball (Grades 5 & 6) honouring the game and should be treated as such (Grades 4, 5 & 6) U10 Soccer • to offer the necessary experience required to build Tryout, practice and game schedules will be posted on • to win is desirable, but to win at any cost utterly U9 Soccer confidence towards pursuing a healthy active the website, under Gryphons Athletics. defeats the purpose of the game lifestyle WINTER 2018/2019 • every team must learn that losing can be a triumph, when the best has been given Our varied programmes provide unlimited Coed Boys Girls • fair and clean play occurs by eliminating opportunities for aspiring athletes. The School Senior Swimming Senior Basketball Senior Badminton Mandatory Uniform unnecessary personal aggression, fighting and mascot, the mighty Gryphon, symbolizes the U14 Swimming Junior Basketball U14 Badminton obscene language combining of intelligence with strength and a (Grades 6-8) U14 Basketball (Grades 6-8) Windsuit • coaches, players or spectators who do not positive attitude. At Bayview Glen we promote a U11 Swimming U13 Basketball Senior Volleyball fully support this code have no place in our positive, spirited, high-energy, competitive athletic All team members will be required to have a windsuit. (Grade 5) U12 Basketball Junior Volleyball representative matches team environment. We teach and coach our students The windsuit completes the professional look of the Senior Curling U11 Basketball U14 Volleyball to uphold the values of athletic integrity, hard work, school’s players as they represent Bayview Glen. U14 Curling U10 Basketball U13 Volleyball Morning practices will run from 7:15 a.m. until 8:15 team comradery, dedication and commitment. Windsuits may also be worn as part of the Physical (Grades 6-8) U9 Basketball U12 Volleyball a.m., allowing time for the students to change and Education uniform. The windsuit is mandatory attire for U11 Volleyball get to classes on time. Students will be supervised All students from Grades 3 to 12 are encouraged to try each and every member of the squad to wear for contests U10 Volleyball and taken to their appropriate school and dismissed out and participate Gryphon teams. Participation is whether home or away. You may pre-order your child’s U9 Volleyball directly to class. Afternoon practices will run from at least one sport per year is mandatory in Grades 3 – windsuit through the Shops in advance at 416.443.1030, 4:00 – 5:00 for Lower and Prep School students, and 5, and is strongly encouraged in the Prep and Upper Ext. 628. SPRING 2019 4:00 – 5:30 for Upper School students. Students who Schools. Last year, 90% of our students were involved Coed Boys Girls are practising after school will be taken directly to in Gryphons Athletics. Please refer to the school Senior Track & Field Senior Softball Senior Softball their practice location by their teachers/coaches. At website for more details regarding our team offerings. U14 Track & Field U14 Softball U14 Softball the end of practice, parents are asked to pick their Student athletes in Grades 3 to 6 are instructed on Sports Teams (Grades 6-8) (Grades 7 & 8) (Grades 7 & 8) child up at the practice location. Students that are the fundamentals of the sport and compete with the U11 Track & Field U12 Softball U12 Softball registered for study hall/after school programme “fair play” model of sport development. This ensures Our Gryphons Athletes compete at many different levels U10 Track & Field (Grade 6 only) (Grade 6 only) will be taken directly to the programme after all players are given equal playing time at the young in the Conference of Independent Schools’ Athletic U9 Track & Field Senior Tennis Senior Tennis practices and games. Bus students will not be able age. Playing time will vary for students from Grades 7 Association (CISAA), a group of independent schools Senior Ultimate Frisbee U14 Tennis U14 Tennis to ride the bus on practice days, and parents should through 12, who are given more intricate plays and are across Ontario, from St. Catharine’s to Rousseau Lake to Junior Ultimate Frisbee (Grades 6-8) (Grades 6-8) notify the transportation department/bus driver of taught to be more competitive. Athletes are coached Belleville. There are three athletic terms and students U14 Ultimate Frisbee these days in advance. competitively and coaches will determine game line- may compete on one team per term. Fall Term runs (Grades 6-8) For morning practices, students should be dropped off ups based upon the needs of each individual game. from the start of the school year to the beginning of Senior Badminton directly at the practice site. Parents are asked to please November; Winter Term, from the November Mid-term U14 Badminton ensure that you have connected with your child’s Break to the beginning of March Break; and Spring (Grades 6–8) coach before leaving your child at the site. Term, from the end of March to the end of May.

bayviewglen.ca @bayviewglen @bayviewglen @bayviewglen_toronto Students should come to practice in their physical Spirit Award Criteria education clothes, and appropriate footwear – cleats and Notes shin pads for soccer and field hockey (not needed for try- This is/are the player(s) on a team who: outs), indoor running shoes for basketball and volleyball, • possesses strong school spirit and pride in being a and Bayview Glen outerwear in case of inclement Gryphon weather (i.e., phys-ed sweatshirts, track pants, track • shows exceptional enthusiasm and team spirit in jacket). Only Bayview Glen athletic clothing is to be worn all situations during practices and games, including outerwear. • shows positive team leadership and athletic principles In addition, all students who participate on a team • is a valuable and supportive teammate must have the Bayview Glen Track Suit (available at • shows exemplary attendance and commitment to the Shops). Students should pack their school uniform the team in their bags and will be given time to change before class. For afternoon practices, students should pack their practice gear in a bag, and will be given time to change before the practice. End of Year Athletic Awards

Team Awards In order to be eligible for this award, the student- athlete must compete at least two out of three seasons; The Coaches’ Award however, three seasons is preferable. Awards Criteria: Athlete of the Year Award Criteria This is/are the player(s) on a team who exhibits good The recipient of this award: Attitude, good Behaviour and good Character, the • has been identified by coaches for their ABCs of Gryphons sports leadership. outstanding contribution to Gryphon Athletics This player: throughout the year. • is a team leader and a valuable teammate • has demonstrated a positive attitude, hard work, • is hard working and leadership on their teams • has exemplary attendance at practices • is a positive influence • is a positive influence • is respected by teammates • is respected by teammates • shows extraordinary passion, dedication and • shows passion, dedication and commitment to the commitment with regard to Bayview Glen programme and team Athletics throughout the year • is an exemplary representative of Bayview Glen Most Improved Player Criteria sportsmanship and spirit This is/are the player(s) on a team who has/have improved the most from the beginning of the season Gryphon Spirit and Sportsmanship to the end in one or more of the following areas. Award Criteria This player has: The recipient of this award: • skill and talent level • has been identified by coaches for their • work ethic outstanding contribution to Gryphon Athletics • knowledge about how to play the game throughout the year • shows exemplary attendance and commitment to • promotes and bolsters Gryphons Athletics and the team. contributes positively to their teams • exhibits extraordinary team spirit and strong athletic principles • is Bayview Glen’s model of good sportsmanship by proudly exhibiting good Attitude, good Behaviour and good Character: the ABCs of Gryphons sports leadership

bayviewglen.ca @bayviewglen @bayviewglen @bayviewglen_toronto PAGE 23 the full responsibilities of citizenship. respectful learning environment for all students. • communicate regularly and meaningfully with Parents fulfill this responsibility when they: parents; • model inclusivity and the Bayview Glen core • maintain consistent standards of behaviour for all values (Respect, Responsibility, Compassion, students; Integrity and Balance) Conduct • demonstrate respect for all students, colleagues • ensure that their child attends school regularly and parents and on time; • show an active interest in their child’s school work Bayview Glen promotes respect, responsibility, • Alcohol and illegal drugs are addictive and Students are to be treated with respect and dignity. In and progress; integrity, compassion, balance and academic present a health hazard. Bayview Glen will work return, they must demonstrate respect for themselves • communicate regularly with the school; excellence in a safe learning and teaching cooperatively with police, drug and alcohol and for others, and must uphold the responsibilities of • help their child be prepared for school; environment. All students, parents, teachers and staff agencies to promote prevention strategies and, citizenship through acceptable behaviour. • promptly report to the school their child’s absence have the right to be safe--and feel safe--in the school where necessary, respond to school members who Self-discipline is the responsibility of every student. or late arrival; community. With this right comes the responsibility are in possession of, or under the influence of, If students do not meet this expectation, they will • become familiar with the school rules; to be law-abiding citizens and to be accountable for alcohol or illegal drugs. face consequences in line with the offence. Some • encourage and assist their child in following the actions that put at risk the safety of others or oneself. • Insults, disrespect, and other hurtful acts disrupt disciplinary actions will involve a discussion with rules of behaviour learning and teaching in a school community. Bayview Glen’s Code of Conduct sets out clear a teacher. A detention may be the result. If a student • assist school staff in dealing with disciplinary Members of the school community have a standards of behaviour. All members of the persists in unacceptable behaviour or commits a issues. responsibility to maintain an environment where school community are expected to be courteous serious offence, they will see the Assistant Head and/ conflict and difference can be addressed in a and considerate, to use appropriate and inclusive or Head of School. manner characterized by respect and civility language and behaviour, and to show respect for the Parents may be notified after a student meets rights and property of others. with the Assistant Head. Continued inappropriate Standards of Behaviour The standards of behaviour apply not only to our behaviour may result in academic or social probation, By enrolling in the school, every family automatically students but to all individuals involved in the Roles and suspension, or dismissal. assumes the obligation to comply with the provisions Bayview Glen community – parents or guardians, Students may be sent to mandatory Study Hall of the Code of Conduct. Central to the Code of Conduct volunteers, teachers and other staff members – Responsibilities for incomplete or plagiarized work. This may take is the understanding that each student will follow whether they are on school property, on school buses, priority over all other after school activities. certain standards of behaviour. or at school-authorized events or activities. Bayview Glen recognizes that all members of the school community, including the administrative Students must be aware that ALL rules and All school members must: In both actions and in words, our community members team, faculty, staff, students and parents have an expectations extend to school trips, field trips, • demonstrate honesty and integrity must align their behaviour with our Core Values (Respect, obligation to comply with the standards of behaviour athletics, dances and all other school-sponsored • respect and value diversity in people, their ideas, Responsibility, Compassion, Integrity and Balance), and outlined in our Code of Conduct. activities. The Code of Conduct is in effect at all times and opinions our Mission Statement (see front of handbook) that a student is within the jurisdiction, or under the • model inclusivity Each member of the school community has the responsibility, of the School, whether during school • treat one another with dignity and respect at all following roles and responsibilities: hours or on school property, on school buses, or at times, and especially when there is disagreement Guiding Principles The Head of School and administrative team take a school-authorized events or activities. • respect and treat others fairly, regardless of their leadership role in the daily operation of the school Respect and responsibility are demonstrated when a ancestry, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion, • All members of the school community are to be and provide this leadership by: student: gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, treated with respect and dignity • demonstrating care and commitment to academic • comes to school prepared, on time and ready to or physical ability • Responsible citizenship involves appropriate excellence and a safe teaching and learning learn; • respect the rights of others participation in the civic life of the school environment; • shows respect for themselves and for all others in • show proper care and regard for school property community. Active and engaged citizens are • holding everyone under their authority accountable the community and the property of others; aware of their rights, but more importantly, they for their behaviour and actions; and/or • demonstrates inclusivity in words and actions • take appropriate measures to help those in need accept responsibility for protecting their rights • communicating regularly and meaningfully with • lives the core values (Respect, Responsibility, • respect the need of others to work in an and the rights of others. all members of the school community. Compassion, Integrity and Balance) environment of learning and teaching • Any behaviour that is unsafe is not welcomed at Teachers and school staff, under the leadership of the • refrains from bringing anything to school that The Faculty and Administration are the judges of the School Head, maintain order in the school and are expected may compromise the safety of others; and/or acceptable standards of behaviour in the School. • Members of the school community are expected to hold everyone to the highest standard of respectful • follows the established rules and takes • The School endeavours to establish clear and to use non-violent and non-aggressive means to and responsible behaviour. As role models, faculty responsibility for his or her own action. concise routines, and sets high expectations for resolve conflict and staff uphold these high standards when they: the students • The possession, use, or threatened use of any object Parents play an important role in the education of • help students work to their full potential and • Faculty and staff respond to behaviour issues to injure another person endangers the safety of their children and have a responsibility to support develop their self-worth, and prepare students for patiently and logically so that students understand oneself and others. the efforts of school staff in maintaining a safe and

bayviewglen.ca @bayviewglen @bayviewglen @bayviewglen_toronto PAGE 25 that poor choices do not bring good results person; with the school policies. others. In these circumstances, the school will make • Regular communication between home and the • fighting; reasonable efforts to assist the family in securing school is of paramount importance at Bayview • possessing a weapon Detentions suitable alternative education arrangements. Glen as we find that our students behave best when • using a weapon to cause or threaten bodily harm to However, the school is not responsible for Teachers and/or members of administration may home and school act jointly and with the same another person; guaranteeing the availability of such an alternative decide to assign detentions to students for in-class high expectations of acceptable behaviour • committing assault in any form on another arrangement. infractions. These detentions will be held at a time • Core Values (Respect, Responsibility, Integrity, person; and location chosen by the individual teacher. Lunch Compassion, Balance) are taught and used as • committing theft, robbery or extortion; time detentions will be assigned to students who examples of proper behaviour • possession of explosive substances; do not follow the school’s code of conduct, such as • distribution of hate material; Student Safety As a member of the Bayview Glen community, all uniform infractions, excessive tardiness, etc. • hate-motivated violence; students are expected to: When a teacher suspects the conduct of a student • inappropriate use of electronic communications/ • demonstrate respect for themselves and others may threaten the health, safety or well-being of a media; and Financial Restitution • be responsible for their own actions member of our School family – student, teacher, • conduct injurious to the moral tone of the school or Students will be responsible for reparation or service • be compassionate and inclusive administration – the teacher is to report this to the physical or mental well-being of others. in a case where damage is caused or maintenance • demonstrate integrity as an academic, athlete, immediately to the Head, or, in the absence of the work made necessary. artist and in every day interactions with others, Head, the person next in charge. The Head will then including their actions when they are not at school Consequences for Inappropriate take the following steps: • behave in ways that demonstrate concern their and Behaviour Suspensions and/or dismissal: • Meet with appropriate person(s) (such as peers, other’s safety Successful students are respectful of others, proud Suspensions and/or dismissal may result for the teachers or administrators); • approach responsibilities in a balanced and of their accomplishments and self-disciplined. following: • Contact the parent of the child involved; and/or diligent manner The intent of discipline is to teach and to guide. • disregard for school expectations or rules • Where appropriate, call an intake worker at an • arrive to school and to all classes on time and Consequences will vary according to the individual • any conduct bringing disrepute to the school and/ appropriate children’s aid society. prepared to work and circumstance. or its community members Additional steps may then be taken (such as • ensure that their behaviour in class does not • any conduct that jeopardizes safety contacting the police, legal counsel or medical help). impede the success of all students within that class To discourage habitual minor infractions, the system • failure to abide by the Acceptable Use Policy These contacts are at the discretion of the Head or his/ • complete all assignments and submit them on of consequences and discipline is designed to be her designate. time progressive. For serious infractions, however, the Suspensions are served either at school (in-school) • be involved with school activities school may immediately suspend or dismiss the or at home for a specified number of days. Dismissal • wear the uniform properly and with pride during student. is final. A student who is suspended or dismissed Reporting Abuse may not attend school events and is not permitted on school hours Consequences may include: Bayview Glen is committed to providing all students school property without the permission of the Head • remain in class for the entire period, unless • meeting with involved and invested person(s), with a safe and supportive environment. Abuse and of School or the Assistant Head. This expectation involved in school-sponsored activities such as peers, teachers, administrators; neglect are unlawful, and constitute disrespectful extends to school trips, field trips, athletic trips, • remain on the property at all times during the • contacting the parent(s) or guardian(s) of the behaviour which will not be tolerated. Bayview Glen dances and other school activities regardless of school day (between 8:30 a.m. and 3:40 p.m.) student involved; School regards abuse or neglect of any kind involving geographic locale. • use computers appropriately (see Acceptable Use • holding a conference involving student, teacher, student, staff, volunteers or visitors, whether on or off Policy) parent and administrative staff; While the above standards shall generally be campus, as unacceptable. Bayview Glen reserves the • place bags, backpacks, cell phones, and other • removal from a school activity, special observed, the school reserves the right to take other right to take such actions as are necessary to prevent electronics in locked lockers programme, or recess disciplinary action when, in the view of the Head of the occurrence or recurrence of abusive situations. • removal from class for a period of time; School, it is required for the welfare of the school The School is committed to preventing, detecting, • detention; community. Examples of inappropriate behaviour intervening in and reporting abuse or neglect of • behavioural probation; include the following: any students. Early identification of student abuse • in-school suspension; • swearing at other students, teachers, or other Dismissal Procedures and neglect can occur through disclosure or as the members of the community; • the arrangement of a behaviour or performance The school reserves the right to dismiss a student result of reasonable suspicions on the part of School • acts of vandalism causing damage to school contract with the involvement of student, teachers where the continued attendance of that student would employees and volunteers. Bayview Glen expects property or property located on school premises; and parents; not be in the best interests of that student or the faculty, staff and all volunteers to take all reasonable • smoking on school property; • counselling for the student; school. The school also reserves the right to dismiss a steps to safeguard the welfare of our students, and to • possessing, or being under the influence, of • financial restitution, reparation or service in a student where their behaviour seriously jeopardizes protect them from any form of maltreatment. alcohol or illegal drugs; case where damage is caused or maintenance work the ability of the school to guarantee the dignity and • trafficking in weapons or illegal drugs; made necessary; and/or Furthermore, under the Ontario Child, Youth, and Family safety of its students, interferes with learning or • giving alcohol to a minor; • formal suspension from school for one or more days. Services Act, all staff have a legal duty to report to a involves conduct which is injurious to the moral tone children’s aid society when they have reasonable grounds • harassment of any form; In these instances, conditions to return to school will of the school or to the physical or mental well-being of to suspect that a child may be, or is, in need of protection. • bullying, intimidating or threatening another be discussed with parents and students in accordance

bayviewglen.ca @bayviewglen @bayviewglen @bayviewglen_toronto PAGE 27 Students have a right to: we take the time to foster good values in our students Peer Relations • a secure and safe learning environment; and engage them in thinking that challenges them Notes • be respected for who they are; to be responsible members of our community, It is expected all students to incorporate the Core • be heard Canada, and the world. In the classroom, teachers Values (Respect, Responsibility, Compassion, Integrity • identify bullying behaviours and get help. present texts and other media sources that open our students’ minds to issues that allow them to discover, and Balance) into their daily interactions. As the Students have the responsibility to: read, and use their moral compass. Students also adults in their lives, it is important for us model • be inclusive in their words and actions learn to practise effective cooperative strategies that such behaviour and to identify and promote positive • recognize bullying behaviours and take promote productive sharing and teach them to resolve strategies that students can implement to resolve appropriate action; disagreement respectfully. conflict in a respectful and responsible manner. • support fellow students; • respect the personal property of others; We introduce Problem-Based learning early in Bullying • not tease or bother others or hurt their feelings; the Prep School. The capacity to engage in critical Bayview Glen defines bullying as using real or • not threaten or physically harm others; and thinking and problem-solving to understand and perceived power in a willful manner with the aim of • be aware of the consequences of their actions. resolve issues that students are genuinely invested in requires them to realize their potential as constructive repeatedly hurting another individual, or causing that If a child is being bullied or is bullying another, and reflective citizens. Learning is deepened when individual fear or distress. Bullying includes verbal parents are expected to situated in meaningful, real-world, authentic abuse, physical abuse, exclusion or isolation, as well as • intervene immediately; experiences and aids in the development of character. written or electronic bullying, such as cyberbullying. • alert the school; This also speaks to who we are as members of Round Our anti-bullying programme is designed to identify • not minimize, justify or rationalize behaviour; Square, and our commitment to environmental and eliminate bullying behaviour, and includes • help maintain the dignity of all those involved; pursuits and community outreach. helping students develop ways to solve problems. Our and approach, promoted by all staff, instills positive values, • nurture and use empathy to change behaviour. empathy for others and active conflict resolution. As a school, we will: Bayview Glen will not tolerate any forms of bullying • intervene immediately; and any such incidents will be dealt with seriously. The • support all students involved; consequences could involve meetings with parents, • resolve the situation using restitution, resolution, suspension or possible dismissal. reconciliation; and • create a supportive and safe school environment. The following are the key components of Bayview Glen’s approach to bullying: 1. Bullying prevention: A whole-school approach that heightens expectations for a safe, caring Character Education and inclusive school climate. It includes a shared understanding between faculty, staff and parents According to the Ministry of Education, “student about the nature and underlying causes of bullying success is the fundamental measure of any education and its effects on the lives of individual students system and the ultimate expression of respect for the and the school community. students in its care. Student success, however, is multi- 2. Bullying intervention: A comprehensive and dimensional. In addition to academic success, Ontarians effective response to the bullying that takes into collectively share a belief in the need to develop consideration all parties involved. Specific support character and prepare students for their role in society is provided for the student who has been bullied, as engaged, productive and responsible participants.” intervention for the student who was bullying, and Developing character is a shared responsibility of all strategies for responding to students who were members of the Bayview Glen community. Students directly observing the bullying incident. are at the centre of all that we do and character 3. Positive school climate: A positive school climate education should be at the core of all our collective is a crucial component of prevention. When these endeavours. It is ever-present in the classroom, in relationships are founded in mutual acceptance the Arts, in Gryphons Athletics, on the playground, and inclusion, a culture of respect becomes the during community-building events, etc, and as norm. A positive school climate exists when all the adults in our students’ lives, we must model members of the school community feel safe, inclusivity, integrity, respect and responsibility. comfortable, and accepted. As educators of the Whole Child, it is imperative that

bayviewglen.ca @bayviewglen @bayviewglen @bayviewglen_toronto PAGE 29 school’s values and in an ethical and lawful manner. Internet to transmit copyrighted materials belonging to entities other than Bayview Glen. Users are not Examples of conduct that violate of the policy are as permitted to copy, transfer, rename, add or to delete follows: information or programs belonging to others, unless • using the technology to create, process, distribute given the express permission to do so by the owner. or access illegal, offensive, pornographic and/or Technology in inappropriate materials; Users of technology shall, at all times, respect the • Impersonation of other(s) rights of copyright owners, including software • uses that are malicious, unethical or in violation of manufacturers, and abide by the terms of all accepted community standards or school policies; licence agreements relating to the technology. this includes cyberbullying Copyright infringement occurs when an individual the Prep School • The capturing and/or distribution of another inappropriately reproduces all or part of a work that is community member’s image without permission protected by copyright. • sending defamatory, abusive, obscene, profane, Bayview Glen is dedicated to making technology and technology during Playground or lunch, while on Failure to comply with the terms of licence threatening or offensive messages; increased access to learning opportunities available school trips, and when travelling to and from Athletics agreements, or engaging in other conduct that fails • downloading or storing obscene or offensive to all students. The use of technology to support events. They may use their cellphones only with to respect the rights of copyright owners or violates material on school-owned computer systems; curricular goals is central to the use of tablets by the permission of supervising faculty and staff members. this policy may subject the person in violation with • accessing sites containing sexually explicit, racist students, as well as the use of any other technology appropriate disciplinary action. that is available in the school for all students to or other material clearly inappropriate within a use. It is important that students learn how to use school environment; Examples of copyright violations could include, but technology in positive and productive ways at an Acceptable Use of • uses that violate any federal or provincial laws, are not limited to, copying a picture, making illegal early age. including the Ontario Human Rights Code; copies of software or music and/or reproducing part Technology • creating, exchanging, transmitting and/ of a third party text and claiming credit for authoring In doing so, we expect our students to use technology or downloading of messages or data that are that work. responsibly and for academic pursuits while at school. Members of the Bayview Glen community use offensive, harassing, obscene, libelous, abusive, We instruct our students to understand that their technology every day in order to communicate sexually explicit, discriminatory, threatening, or Passwords and Information Security tablet is a work device and that gaming and other with one another and fulfil their responsibilities that encourage violence; The use of passwords is intended to ensure that social media outlets have no place in school. effectively and efficiently. Access to these resources is • sending/receiving ‘chain’ or ‘pyramid’ letters; only authorized individuals have access to the Beginning in Grade 6, students are introduced to a privilege, and brings with it the need for responsible • advertising or soliciting, including advertising of school’s technology and the private and confidential appropriate use, social media, digital citizenship, online behaviour. Each member of the Bayview Glen personal services; information they contain. Members of the Bayview footprint, online safety, etc. There are also discussions community has a responsibility to uphold the school’s • computer-hacking and related activities; Glen community shall not disclose passwords issued throughout the year about chat apps, online identities, ethics and values, and to use all technology, including • attempting to disable or compromise the to the individual to any other person. Members of and appropriate device use. We have brought experts in the Internet, in a responsible, productive, academic security of information contained on the school’s the community shall not disclose passwords or use the field to present information to our students about and professional manner. This policy has been computers or system, passwords provided to that individual to permit their responsibilities and precautions they should take established to ensure the security and the integrity of • attempting to disable or compromise the security other persons to access the school’s technology. Each to keep them safe. It is unacceptable for any member of the school’s computing and communication systems. of another user’s machine member of the community shall be responsible for all the school to use technology to bully, harass, defame or The purpose of this policy is to set out conditions for the All members of the Bayview Glen community are activities arising from the use of his or her password. embarrass others. Also, all members of the community use of the school’s technology, including all computers, responsible for ensuring that their communications Each member shall take reasonable precautions to are to behave in respectful, responsible and inclusive database/records systems, networks, software, the email are in compliance with applicable privacy legislation. protect the integrity of the school’s systems and to manners when online. Any behaviour contrary to this is system, voice mail, fax transmissions and use of, and unacceptable and as such subject to disciplinary action. prevent unauthorized access to the technology. access to, the intranet and the Internet. Content The only piece of technology that students are permitted to use in classes is their Microsoft Surface Access Each member of the Bayview Glen community is Privacy tablet. Phones and any other technology are expected responsible for the content of all text, audio or images The use of technology is intended for school purposes. Bayview Glen has the right, but not the obligation, to be locked away in their lockers during the day and that they access or send via the Internet and phone While it is inevitable that limited personal use of the to inspect any computer or computer systems, and to at co-curricular events. Faculty members will make systems, and for ensuring that the communications technology will be made, it is expected that members monitor the use of any of the technology, including, other technology available (such as microphones, and messages conform in all respects to this policy, of the Bayview Glen community will comply at all without limitation, inspecting the contents of cameras, recorders, etc.) as required for particular the school’s code of conduct and ethics. times with the terms of the Acceptable Use policy. voice mail and email messages. Members will not assessments and co-curricular activities. necessarily be notified when such monitoring is to Copyright and Software Installation We at Bayview Glen see the value in unplugging and Appropriateness take place, or whether monitoring has occurred. In encourage our students to move and get outside as When saving files from the Internet, users should be certain situations, the school may be compelled to much as possible. As such, students will not use their Each member of the Bayview Glen community shall aware that they may not use the technology or the access, read, copy, reproduce, print, retain, move, use the technology in a fashion consistent with the store, destroy and/or disclose messages, files or

bayviewglen.ca @bayviewglen @bayviewglen @bayviewglen_toronto PAGE 31 documents stored in or sent over its email, Internet or and associated peripherals, portable computers, any materials that are inaccurate, defamatory, computer systems. These situations may include the communications infrastructure and related harassing, abusive, obscene, profane, sexually Notes following: equipment, facsimile machines, scanners, copiers, explicit, threatening, offensive, sexist, or illegal • in the course of regular maintenance of the telephones, video and other multimedia devices, and H. Irresponsible use of email includes: computer system; all forms of software. • forwarding email that is deemed confidential • in the event of a request for documents as part of by the sender to third parties; litigation or similar proceedings II. Guidelines • posting materials that contain viruses, false • where the school has reason to believe that the A. The hardware and licensed software available information or spam; computer system is being used in violation of the at Bayview Glen are intended for use by the • sending email in such a way that disrupts Acceptable Use Policy. Bayview Glen community. Users shall not disclose normal email service; • sending materials that are fraudulent, Unauthorized access by any community member confidential passwords, access codes, account defamatory, harassing, or of a threatening of another individual’s electronic information numbers, or other authorization assigned to them. nature; is a violation of school policy. Access to another B. Damage, destruction or theft of hardware, • unlawfully soliciting or exchanging copies of individual’s electronic information will only be software, data or related equipment is copyrighted material by email; permitted with the written approval from either the unacceptable. • defrauding or misrepresenting another or Head of School or designate. C. Users shall not access or copy the programs and information belonging to or licensed to Bayview failing to accurately identify the sender. Violations Glen or to other users. The terms and conditions in software licenses vary considerably. Users/ The preceding is true of all electronic All members of the Bayview Glen community owners will familiarize themselves with their transmissions. are expected to maintain the school’s values and responsibilities and abide by limitations under All users shall identify themselves clearly when the integrity of its technology. For this reason, each agreement. communicating electronically. anyone found to be abusing the privilege of the D. Users of information and communication I Parents and guardians are expected to support the school regarding use or access to its technology or technology are expected to use the systems in Bayview Glen Information and Communication contravening the terms of this policy will be subject ways that preserve the privacy of others. Users Technology Acceptable Use Policy in the home. to all appropriate disciplinary action. Bayview shall not attempt to gain access to the files or J Users who violate these principles will be subject Glen reserves the right to inform appropriate law directories of other users. Users shall not attempt to disciplinary action as outlined in these policies enforcement authorities or other officials of any to intercept any network communications, such or the Bayview Glen Handbook. Users unsure offences or possible offences under the Criminal Code as electronic mail or user-to-user dialogue. Users of whether their intended use of Bayview Glen or other applicable statutes. shall not attempt unauthorized access or otherwise information and communication technology interfere with computing and communication violates these principles should consult the installations external to Bayview Glen, using Director of Information and Communication Bayview Glen computing or communication The Information Technology and one of the following other people: facilities. Assistant Heads, or Head of School. and Communication E. Activities that interfere with or risk the integrity of computing or communication Technology Acceptable systems at Bayview Glen are unacceptable. Such activities include unauthorized use of accounts, Use Policy impersonating others in communications, attempting to capture or decode passwords or encryption, and altering or destroying data or I. General programs. The wilful introduction of computer viruses into the Bayview Glen computing This policy is a guide to members of the Bayview environment or other environments via the Glen community, who provide and use information Bayview Glen network is unacceptable. Only and communication technology to fulfil their role Faculty or administrators may restrict or deny as administrators, faculty, staff, students or parents. access by legitimate users to the system. It is based on the premise that all members of the F. Users must use computing and communication Bayview Glen community act with responsibility and facilities and services only for the purposes for professionalism. which they were authorized. Any other activities Bayview Glen information and communication are strictly prohibited. technology facilities include computing devices G. Users will not publish, send, print, or display

bayviewglen.ca @bayviewglen @bayviewglen @bayviewglen_toronto PAGE 33 first day of the month. payments must be returned to the school by March 1, in order to confirm a student’s place for the upcoming We produce an Annual Report outlining our financial year. status and a transparent look at all numbers for the previous year. The report also acknowledges our donors and the important contributions they make to Financial Aid Communications the school. Financial bursaries are available to families Our annual magazine Viewpoint is high level look that require temporary financial assistance. The at big picture stories in our school with a focus on a School requests that parents complete an on-line theme such as innovation. Our Back to School Guide is application available from Apple Financial (www. mailed to families in August and is a comprehensive applefinancialservices.ca). This independent third and Community look at the year to come. Our annual printed school party evaluator makes recommendations to the calendar is full of helpful reminders and important School regarding eligibility and the amount of the Bayview Glen is strongly committed to fostering an on a daily basis on a variety of school matters from dates. We also print Student Handbooks which bursary. All applications are kept strictly confidential. open partnership with our parents that promotes our live streaming links to event information. Secondly, provide our students with important information and students’ growth, success and overall wellbeing. We we use Facebook, Instagram, twitter, and our website an opportunity organize themselves. Overdue Accounts welcome open communication and look forward to for storytelling. This allows us to highlight the discussing programming, procedures and practices. many successes and achievements at the school. Our Our Prospectus is a publication that captures the Unless suitable payment arrangements have been made, We also appreciate that “it takes a village to raise digital platforms are an excellent vehicle to share and heart of our school. It speaks to our core values and students with fees unpaid at the end of a term will not be a child” and appreciate that a cohesive community promote the stories of academic excellence, community welcomes others to learn more about our exceptional permitted to return for the next term/academic year. benefits all our children. engagement and learning opportunities. Visual story- community. telling is also highly valued at BVG. Photography is Good communication is an essential tool to prioritized in our communications department to better maintaining a vibrant and connected community. We Advancement articulate the many examples of innovative learning have a multi-faceted approach to staying in touch with Admissions – Welcome taking place on campus. our parents and family members. The Advancement Office is involved with Our website is a powerful communication vehicle. It philanthropy, alumni relations and archiving our Phone calls, e-mail, Edsby, and in-person meetings to Bayview Glen contains a ticker along the bottom with daily updates. rich school history. Team members work with school are all useful methods to remain connected to one We use a unique “pop up” box to highlight special Within the whole school, Bayview Glen is made up of leadership, parents, students, volunteers and alumni another. Depending upon the concern, parents events. The responsive site has athletic schedules, small communities, ensuring a sense of belonging and to support Bayview Glen’s strategic vision and foster and students are encouraged to contact the Subject lunch menus, curriculum documents and more. Edsby connectedness among students and parents. Each year, strong relationships within our school community. teacher, Homeroom teacher, or Assistant Head. is also a powerful communication tool. The “river” interest in admission is strong across all grade levels. The objective is to help deliver on a collective sense along the top of the main page has thumbnails that Students wishing to study at Bayview Glen are asked of purpose: to provide our students with an excellent take the reader to stories, links, and helpful or timely to submit a completed application form and submit it education that develops the whole child. Cellular Telephones school information. to the Admissions Office along with copies of required supporting documents. Admission to the school is based Homeroom teachers send weekly updates to all parents How to Leave a Legacy Students are not permitted to use cell phones on a review of the previous two year’s school reports, an in their class. This includes information from the From Bayview Glen’s humble beginnings in our throughout the day unless they have permission from interview or class visit, entrance testing and availability. teacher, all Subject teachers, and administration. This Founder’s Home, to our current state-of-the-art a faculty member or the Assistant Head. If there is communication is done using email and/or Edsby. The point of first contact, the Admissions team, begin Moatfield Campus, the generosity of our donors an emergency or significant change in plan, we ask the relationship between home and school. They Parents receive marks updates the first week of has been instrumental in Bayview Glen’s ability parents to contact Reception. Homeroom and Subject guide applicants through the admission process and November via Edsby and these updates are posted to provide exceptional facilities and ongoing teachers are often teaching and as such are not welcome successful applicants, assisting them as they with every subsequent report card. enrichment to our programmes. checking email or voicemail. Should a student become transition to their new school. Remaining connected Bayview Glen is a not-for-profit school. Tuition ill during the day, they are to go to a teacher or the Our Alumni Office has an extensive communication with students and their parents as the transition takes covers the cost of a Bayview Glen education but we Office to contact parents. campaign involving e-newsletters, its own social place is very important. media accounts and annual events. rely on philanthropic support to meet our ongoing The Admissions team is available and happy to commitment to excellence and to continue to grow and answer questions, provide any required information strengthen facilities and the learning environment. Digital and Online and arrange school visits for prospective families. Publications The following are a few ways to offer support: Communication Re-enrollment Our monthly newsletter is full of school news and The Head’s Discretionary Fund Student re-enrollment packages are made available On a school-wide level, there are two main objectives for information, and highlights our school’s vibrant Your donation will support our school’s areas of at the beginning of the year. Completed forms and our digital channels. We provide real time information community. The Glen is eagerly anticipated on the greatest need including upgrading classroom

bayviewglen.ca @bayviewglen @bayviewglen @bayviewglen_toronto PAGE 35 equipment, enhancing technology, professional development and responding to emerging needs Alumni Relations The Parents’ Association Notes throughout the school year. The Parent Association is comprised of, and represents, Whatever path our students take after leaving all the parents of present students at Bayview Glen. Capital Improvements Bayview Glen, they are all members of the Bayview The Parent Association is a volunteer organization that Glen Alumni Association – a global network of Funding for this priority will ensure continued acts as a liaison between the parents and the school. over 1,500 alumni. The mandate of the Alumni investments in our facilities with an emphasis on With the strength of the parent network, its mission is Association is to help build lifelong relationships renovating the Lower School campus as well as to enhance the school’s spirit, act as a parent resource, and to marshal the resources necessary to support building an athletic complex to augment our outdoor facilitate communications, and raise funds for the benefit the mission and vision of the school. education/leadership and athletics programmes. of our children’s lives at Bayview Glen. All parents and Our focus is on creating the spaces, programmes and Bayview Glen offers our alumni exciting guardians of current students at Bayview Glen are a part experiences that will enable our students to grow and opportunities, programmes and benefits to of the Bayview Glen Parent Association (BVGPA). thrive. encourage lasting connections long after In support of the above-mentioned mission, the Parent graduation. Association Executive, which is fully comprised of Scholarships and Bursaries These include: parent volunteers, organizes, in coordination with the • BVG L!NK Alumni Mentorship Network School Administration, many events that bring together By contributing to this programme, you honour • BVG Network Alumni Regional Visits our involved and enthusiastic parents. The Parent our commitment to a vibrant, diverse and • Annual Alumni events Association’s most successful undertakings over the inclusive community. Your funds will help provide • Alumni Communications years have been: The Shops that supply uniform items opportunities to a deserving student. • Distinguished Alumnus Award and school supplies for all our children in the Lower, Innovative Learning (enabling excellence in learning • Career Breakfasts and Class Presentations with Prep and Upper Schools; and the Textbook Programme, through the development of a Learning Accelerator) Alumni speakers which allows parents to source all their textbooks from By investing in cutting-edge technologies, the School for children in Grades 7 to 12. Other fun-filled establishing real-world partnerships, and through a and spirit-building initiatives include: Fall Fest, Holiday broad range of co-curricular programming, we will Marketplace, Holiday Gift Sales, the Art Exhibit Auction provide our students with the most advanced learning Archives and the Magazine Subscriptions. methods and practical experience to help theme All parents are encouraged and welcome to attend Since Bayview Glen’s founding in 1962, the school has define their individual passions, talents and career Parent Association meetings. Dates for our meetings accumulated a treasure trove of historical materials. aspirations. are published in the school calendar. Parents are also These documents, which include textual documents, encouraged to keep up with the latest BVGPA information photographs, uniforms, and other memorabilia, have by liking the Facebook page or following them on Twitter. Global Education historical and enduring value that chronicle the Our aim is to develop and implement an educational school’s growth since its inception. The Parent Association of Bayview Glen is a member of Interguild (Ontario). Interguild is an organization vision based on a “whole world” view. This will enable Ensuring these important pieces from the past which brings together representatives of Guild/Parent us to design and deliver a comprehensive programme remain in the best condition possible – protected Associations of Independent Schools in Ontario, which that engages all Bayview Glen students to investigate from natural decay and the elements – is of utmost are members of the Conference of Independent Schools the world beyond their immediate environment importance. Our archives serve as a window into the (CIS). Interguild’s purpose is to foster communications through rigorous disciplinary and interdisciplinary past for our school community, while also acting as a and facilitate the collaborative sharing of ideas and study. The programme will help develop the resource for our current students, staff, and faculty information among the CIS Parent Associations and competencies necessary to understand and address to draw from. complex global challenges and encourage our Guilds. students to demonstrate leadership and autonomy in We are always adding new and valuable records to proposing and taking action on issues of importance our dedicated archives on campus and are excited to The Shops to them as responsible citizens of the world. introduce our new digital archives for you to access online from our website. The Shops sell all of the formal uniform wear (blazers, We are grateful for all contributions – time, talent, pants, shirts, vests, cardigans, pullover sweaters, socks, The preservation and digitization of our archives memorabilia and philanthropic support – that tights and ties) and all the gym uniform items, as well as would not be possible without the generosity of our strengthen Bayview Glen, advance our strategic school supplies, textbooks and memorabilia. They also community and we hope you feel the same sense of priorities, and enable our school to thrive for supply gently used blazers, kilts and other uniform items. pride and nostalgia when browsing the collection. generations to come. The Moatfield Campus Shop is located at 85 Moatfield Drive, on the ground floor. Please visit bayviewglen.ca for up-to-date hours of operations.

bayviewglen.ca @bayviewglen @bayviewglen @bayviewglen_toronto PAGE 37 and other substances. Exposure to even a minute the faculty members on duty. amount of the allergen can trigger a reaction. We ask that you, as parents, be cognizant of all Bayview Glen is a nut-restricted environment. To students during these very busy times of the day. reduce the risk of allergen exposure, the school will You should also be aware of the flow of traffic behind not permit any nuts or foods containing nuts on the your vehicle and stop as far up the line as possible. If Daily Routines premises. This includes when students are asked to you must wait for your child or enter the building, we bring prepared lunches to school trips. These lunches would prefer that you park your vehicle in the spots must be nut-free and students are not allowed to share provided rather than congest the line-up. their food with their peers. It is imperative that drivers slow down when entering Parents must inform the school of their children’s the vicinity of the school, and that they are highly and General allergies by completing an allergy information sheet aware of students as they step out of cars in the that includes a description of the allergy, avoidance morning and walk to them in the afternoon. Please be rules, and possible symptoms if a reaction were to especially aware of students who cross from within take place. A doctor`s note is required to remove an the parking lot and come to the roundabout through allergen from the students profile. the crosswalk. We also have parents and guests who Information require designated accessible parking and would For children who have been diagnosed with appreciate if this was left clear for them. As well, anaphylaxis, parents must provide the School with please refrain from using our neighbours’ driveway two up-to-date auto injection kits, clearly labelled on a daily basis costs $15 per hour. therefore, pre- as they are justifiably concerned about us doing so. with the child’s name and prescription details. The registering affords parents significant savings should Absences student must wear one at all times in a body pouch they know their needs in advance. Families who or fanny pack. It is the parent’s responsibility to be Parents are asked to call Reception at 416.443.1030 require the 4-5 or 4-6 programmes on a temporary aware of the EpiPen expiry date and to supply new or send notification via Edsby Homeroom teachers basis are asked to submit a written request at least one Attendance EpiPens before the date. should also be informed. Students are responsible for week in advance. Students are expected to be at school from 8:30 a.m. completing work assigned while away from school. When students are registered in the 4-5 programme until 3:40 p.m. each day that school is scheduled. When absent, students should check Edsby and and are picked up after 5:00 p.m., parents will be Parents are to contact the school, preferably through contact a classmate to find out what work has been billed an additional $15. Students who are picked up Arrivals and Edsby if students will not be attending classes or missed. If the absence is likely to be lengthy, students after 6:00 p.m. will be billed $15 for every 10 minutes arriving late. and/or parents should contact the teacher to make after 6:00 p.m. Departures appropriate arrangements. Supervised by a teacher, students complete their Students who arrive to the Prep School before 8:00 homework, study or prepare for assignments. The are expected to be at practice, in organized extra-help after-school teacher checks homework and ensures Breakfast Options sessions, or else reading or working in the Learning students have completed assignments in a neat and After-School Commons or in the Daunt Dining Hall. They cannot grade-appropriate manner. Students are required to Breakfast items are available for purchase to Prep go up onto the floors until 8:00, at which time there bring all necessary books and supplies to Study Hall, School students from 7:45-8:20 a.m. every morning. Programme will be faculty on duty and available to assist them. and to work quietly and independently. All food must be consumed in the Daunt Dining Hall Parents must note that Faculty members are not on At Bayview Glen, we recognize that our families are and students must keep the area clean. The After School Programme is housed in Prep School duty until 8:00. Any changes to regular pick-up or busy and active. Our after school programme helps classrooms. Parents of students in this programme drop off should be communicated to Reception and students make the most of their time at school, and must sign them out from there. the Homeroom Teacher. assists parents whose workday extends beyond Community Tuesdays routine school hours. The After School Programme Once at school, students are not to leave property before the end of the school day; once they have left, operates from 4:00-6:00 p.m., Monday to Friday at the Once the year is underway and students have gotten they should not be returning but should be picked Moatfield Campus. This programme is available to all Allergens and into routines and began their goal setting for the up by their parents at the location designated by the Bayview Glen students. year, we move to using Tuesday AGP periods for parent. Anaphylaxis community building. During Community Tuesdays Prep School students may be picked up and dropped students in all three grades participate in activities The After-School Programme is available from Anaphylaxis is a severe allergic reaction which can off at the front of the Moatfield Campus in the that they have signed up for. Activities have included 4:00-5:00 p.m or 4:00-6:00 p.m. The cost of these be fatal, resulting in circulatory collapse or shock. roundabout. A faculty member will be on duty from poetry writing, 20-Minute Workout, knitting, programmes for the year is $1,000 for the 4-5 One of the causes of anaphylaxis in children is severe 8:00-8:30 a.m. every morning, and after school from drawing, coding, Pilates, Karaoke, math competition programme and $2,000 for the 4-6 programme. allergies to specific foods such as nuts, eggs, fish, 3:45-4:10 p.m. Students will congregate in Daunt prep, and music appreciation. Placing your child in the After School Programme dairy products, or insect stings, medications, latex Dining Hall by 3:45 p.m. and await instruction from

bayviewglen.ca @bayviewglen @bayviewglen @bayviewglen_toronto PAGE 39 Signs Observed by Parents or Coaches Appears dazed or stunned. STEP 1 Return to Learn/Return to Physical Activity Concussions affect each child and teen differently. While most children Concussion » Forgets an instruction, is confused » Loses consciousness (even briefly). The student does not attend school during Step 1. and teens with a concussion feel better within a couple of weeks, some about an assignment or position, » Shows mood, behavior, or will have symptoms for months or longer. Talk with your children’s or or is unsure of the game, score, personality changes. STEP 2A Return to Learn teens’ health care provider if their concussion symptoms do not go Information or opponent. » Can’t recall events prior to or » Student returns to school and begins to follow his or her individual away or if they get worse after they return to their regular activities. » Moves clumsily. after a hit or fall. return to learn plan. This information is to help protect your » Answers questions slowly. » Requires individualized classroom strategies and/or approaches Stage Progression Description children or teens from concussion or other which gradually increase cognitive activity. 1 Home Total Rest Complete cognitive rest (no computers, serious brain injury. Use this information Symptoms Reported by Children and Teens » Physical rest – includes restricting recreational/leisure and homework, texting, reading, video games, or TV). at your children’s or teens’ games and » Headache or “pressure” in head. » Feeling sluggish, hazy, foggy, competitive physical activities. practices to learn how to spot a concussion » Nausea or vomiting. or groggy. Confusion, or 2 Home Light Gradual introduction of academic activity and what to do if a concussion occurs. » Balance problems or dizziness, concentration or memory problems. STEP 2B Return to Learn Mental (5 to 15 minutes at a time as per doctor’s Activity instructions to a maximum of 30 minutes per or double or blurry vision. » Just not “feeling right,” or Student continues to follow his or her individual return to learn plan. day). Light reading or homework questions. No What Is a Concussion? » Bothered by light or noise. “feeling down.” prolonged concentration. A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury— STEP 2C Return to Physical Activity Progress to the next level when able to handle up to 30 minutes mental exertion without worsening of symptoms. or TBI—caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head What Are Some More Serious Danger Signs to » Student can participate in individual light aerobic physical activity or by a hit to the body that causes the head and brain Look Out For? only. 3 Home Homework Some school work in gradual increments (no computer, 20-30 minutes at a time, as to move quickly back and forth. This fast movement In rare cases, a dangerous collection of blood (hematoma) may form on the brain » Student continues with or school work at per doctor’s instructions to a maximum of can cause the brain to bounce around or twist in the after a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or body and can squeeze the brain against regular learning activities. 60 minutes per day). Reading, note-taking, home homework questions. skull, creating chemical changes in the brain and the skull. Call 9-1-1 or take your child or teen to the emergency department right sometimes stretching and damaging the brain cells. away if, after a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or body, he or she has one or more of STEP 3 Return to Physical Activity 4 School Re-entry Attend part of the day at school as tolerated (1-2 these danger signs: Student may begin individual sport-specific physical activity only. to school; classes per day). Observe in class and participate part time when able, no note-taking during class at this How Can I Help Keep My Children or » One pupil larger than the other. stage. 60-90 minutes of homework at home (shortened as tolerated. Reading, making notes, homework Teens Safe? » Drowsiness or inability to wake up. STEP 4 Return to Physical Activity days and questions. Do not participate in Physical Sports are a great way for children and teens to stay healthy » A headache that gets worse and does not go away. Student may begin activities where there is no body contact schedule Education, Tech or Music classes (do not attend and can help them do well in school. To help lower your » Slurred speech, weakness, numbness, or decreased coordination. (e.g., dance, badminton); light resistance/weight training; built-in assembly). If a video is shown in a class you are breaks) attending, excuse yourself at this stage. Quiet children’s or teens’ chances of getting a concussion or other » Repeated vomiting or nausea, convulsions or seizures (shaking or twitching). non-contact practice; and non-contact sport-specific drills. place is provided for scheduled mental rest. Teachers should modify/eliminate assignments serious brain injury, you should: Unusual behavior, increased confusion, restlessness, or agitation. as needs arise. (Extra time is provided to » Loss of consciousness (passed out/knocked out). STEP 5 Return to Physical Activity complete modified assignments) Help create a culture » Even a brief loss of consciousness should be taken seriously. Student may resume regular physical education/intramural activities/ Progress to the next level when able to handle 60 minutes mental interschool activities in non-contact sports and full training/practices exertion without worsening of symptoms. for contact sports. of safety for the team. What Should I Do If My Child or Teen Has a Possible 5 School Gradual Increase to full day of school. Do not use Concussion? reintegration your computer. In class template provided for into school noting topics and main ideas for your classes. » Work with their coach to teach ways to lower the chances As a parent, if you think your child or teen may have a concussion, you should: STEP 6 Return to Physical Activity Workload and agenda monitored through of getting a concussion. 1 Remove your child or teen from play. Student may resume full participation in contact sports with no and classes; homeroom teacher/mentor. 60-90 minutes part time of homework at home as tolerated. Reading, » Talk with your children or teens about concussion and 2 Keep your child or teen out of play the day of the injury. Your child or teen should restrictions. making notes, homework questions. No tests ask if they have concerns about reporting a concussion. be seen by a health care provider and only return to play with permission from a or assignments unless arranged by homeroom teacher/mentor. Extra time is provided to Talk with them about their concerns; emphasize the health care provider who is experienced in evaluating for concussion. Note: Each step must take a minimum of one day. If symptoms or complete modified assignments. importance of reporting concussions and taking time to 3 Ask your child’s or teen’s health care provider for written instructions on helping signs of the concussion return (e.g. headache, feeling nauseated) Progress to the next level when able to handle 90 minutes mental recover from one. your child or teen return to school. You can give the instructions to your child’s either with activity or later that day, your child needs to rest for 24 exertion without worsening of symptoms. » Ensure that they follow their coach’s rules for safety and or teen’s school nurse and teacher(s) and return-to-play instructions to the hours, and return to the previous step. Your child should never return 6 School Resume full Introduce testing and catch up with essential the rules of the sport. coach and/or athletic trainer. Do not try to judge the severity of the injury to play if symptoms persist. Your child may not participate in any cognitive work. *Limited laptop use may resume. All » Tell your children or teens that you expect them to yourself. Only a health care provider should assess a child or teen for a possible physical education activities until Step 1 and Step 2a and 2b have workload; make up work and identifying essential work will be done at a modified rate. Student practice good sportsmanship at all times. concussion. Concussion signs and symptoms often show up soon after the been completed. Prior to beginning Step 3, the parent or guardian full time may require more support in academically » When appropriate for the sport or activity, teach your injury. But you may not know how serious the concussion is at first, and some signature is required. attendance challenging subjects. Accommodations such as quiet location and rest breaks are provided children or teens that they must wear a helmet to lower symptoms may not show up for hours or days. The brain needs time to heal after for essential tests. Decrease of extra time to the chances of the most serious types of brain or head a concussion. A child’s or teen’s return to school and sports should be a gradual It is important that your child not play any sports, including intramural complete assignments. injury. However, there is no “concussion-proof” helmet. process that is carefully managed and monitored by a health care provider. or inter-school athletics or any part of the health and physical Progress to the next level when able to handle 90 minutes mental So, even with a helmet, it is important for children and education curriculum, if he or she has any signs or symptoms of exertion without worsening of symptoms. teens to avoid hits to the head. When Can My Child Return To Learn And Play? concussion. Your child must rest until he or she is completely back 7 School Full Attends all classes and completes academic It is very important that your child not go back to physical activities if he or she has any to normal. When he or she is back to normal and has been seen by a Academics; work on regular timeline. No accommodations provided. How Can I Spot a Possible Concussion? concussion symptoms or signs. Upon the first visit to a medical doctor, he/she should doctor, he or she can then go through the steps of increasing activity full time Children and teens who show or report one or more of the complete Appendix: Documentation of Medical Examination. Following that, Return to described above. When your child has progressed through these steps signs and symptoms listed below—or simply say they just learn and play must follow the step-by-step approach detailed in Appendix: Document with no symptoms or problems, and has received clearance from a “don’t feel right” after a bump, blow, or jolt to the head or for a Diagnosed Concussion – Return to Learn/Return to Physical Activity Plan. Each doctor, he or she may return to play. If you are unsure if your child For more information about body—may have a concussion or other serious brain injury. student will follow an individual Return to Learn Plan as well (outlined below) should participate, remember, when in doubt, sit your child out. concussions, go online to: Online cdc.gov/HEADSUP/ provided, or a parent must phone Reception and sign Each year, the House with the most points is awarded Cellular Telephones the student out at the time of pick-up. We ask that the House Championship. Lice parents contact Attridge Transportation directly at Individual prizes are awarded on the following basis: 416.255.5199, to notify them in advance if their child Students are not permitted to use cell phones • White Pin - 600 Head lice, medically termed “pediculosis”, infest normally uses the school bus service to get home. throughout the day unless they have permission from • Green Pin - 1400 hairs by laying their eggs at the base of hair fibres. a faculty member or the Assistant Head. If there is • Red Pin - 2300 They also pierce the skin of their host with narrow an emergency or significant change in plan, we ask • Black Pin – 3300 anterior mouthparts. Despite popular conceptions, lice parents to contact Reception. Homeroom and Subject do not hop or jump from one host to another but are teachers are often teaching and as such are not House Leagues Points are cumulative from Grades 6 to 8, and transmitted from person to person by direct contact checking email or voicemail. Should a student become students will receive each prize only once. and shared items, such as clothing. Not surprisingly, An integral part of co-curricular life and spirit ill during the day, they are to go to a teacher or the When evaluating house points, the faculty lead of the condition more commonly affects elementary building at Bayview Glen is our House Leagues System. Office to contact parents. the team, ensemble, club or competition takes into school-aged children who tend to share more common By the time they come to the Prep School, students account the following: Participation, Enthusiasm and spaces and items, and come into closer contact with one Cell phone use is not permitted during class, during are divided into four houses: Laurier, Macdonald, Teamwork. Bonus Points may be given to students another than do their older counterparts. breaks, and during co-curricular activities. We ask Mackenzie, and Trudeau. Each House League session who earn team awards or who are in a position of that students place their cellular phones in locked involves a competition between the Houses, and Parents are asked to inform the school should they leadership in their club, council, committee, group, lockers throughout the day. points are awarded on the basis of sportsmanship, discover lice so that the school may take preventative ensemble etc. enthusiasm, and success at the activity. At the end of action and notify other parents. Confidentiality will the year, the House with the most number of points is always be maintained. Civvies Days awarded the House Championship. The school may partake in having a company that Throughout the year, students from Grade 6 to The Ill Child specializes in detection come to the school to inspect One day each month, students may come to school 8 participate in House League activities that are the heads of all students in that grade. Parents are required to keep a child with an acute in their regular clothes. Please refer to our calendar organized by our Athletic Council and faculty Parents of children identified with head lice will be contagious disease at home in order to avoid a risk for scheduled Civvies Days. On Civvies Day, students liaisons. The students participate in a variety of notified by the school, and will be required to seek to other students. They are required to co-operate in must wear clothing that is appropriate in an academic activities, games and sports with students in their treatment for the child. The parent is required to keep observing the periods of communicability of these environment. Shirts must have sleeves, and shoulders grade and House. In addition to House Leagues, the child at home until the problem is cleared. and mid-riffs are to be covered. Hats or ballcaps are students will also participate in several special events. illnesses for the well-being of all the students. Parents On returning to the School, the child is required to not to be worn. Shorts and skirts must be appropriate In September, students participate in the annual must advise the school of any contagious disease bring notification confirming that he or she is free lengths. All logos/graphics on t-shirts must be Terry Fox Run and a variety of Spirit Day activities. In (such as chickenpox, measles, mumps, fifth disease, of lice and nits. The letter will be reviewed by the appropriate. December, students take part in a second Spirit Day, etc.) so that appropriate measures be taken to protect Assistant Head of School or designate. which includes a volleyball tournament between the other students. Houses and a staff vs. student game. The final Spirit Change of Address, Day of the year takes place in June; this is a fun-filled Common Practice day of cooperative games and fun House challenges. A child with a fever or flu-like symptoms should not Lockers be at school or attending school trips. Telephone Number and In Grade 6, 7 and 8, students receive a lock for their Chickenpox and measles are the most readily lockers. The lock is the property of the school. No House System transmitted of all infectious diseases. A child with Email Address outside locks are permitted. Students are not to change measles should be kept at home until the rash has their assigned locker locations. It is important that the school has up-to-date The House System in the Prep School presents disappeared. addresses, as well as home and business numbers opportunities for our students while encouraging Students must keep their lockers locked at all times, Parents should consult a doctor if there is any doubt where parents can be contacted throughout the school school spirit through participation in co-curricular and must not give out the combination to any as to the communicability of any infectious or day. An emergency contact is also required. Parents pursuits. All students are placed in one of the four other students. The Office will have a record of the contagious condition. are asked to notify the Admissions Office as soon as houses prior to their arrival to the Prep School. combination, should a student need a reminder of what possible of changes of address, telephone numbers The Houses are: Laurier, Macdonald, Mackenzie, the combination is. and/or email address. or Trudeau. Throughout the year, students Lockers must be cleaned on a regular basis. Students accumulate points for themselves and their houses Illness at School are not permitted to write on or deface lockers. All by participating in various school activities. Points decorations, including pictures must be appropriate. Early Departures are earned through academic pursuits (competitions, Students who become ill during the school day are to Any damage to a student’s assigned locker is the contests and challenges), sports events (Gryphons report to the Office. If it is necessary, the Office will student’s responsibility. Athletics or House Leagues), the Arts (bands, choir, contact the parent and the student will be sent home. If a student has an appointment or needs to leave the theatre and visual arts) club activities, Student school early, a detailed note from a parent must be Council, and committee work.

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Students are urged to label all items of clothing. Lost Public Transit/Walking Questions? Please contact Moatfield Campus Shop (Grades 6 blazers are kept in the Office. The Lost and Found Bayview Glen is easily accessed through the TTC. to 12): [email protected] or 416.443.1030, Ext. 628 is located on the third floor and fourth of the Prep Students who choose to travel via TTC or who walk to School. Uniform Order Forms available online at bayviewglen.ca and from school must provide the school with signed permission from a parent. FORMAL DRESS UNIFORM (For Fridays and Special Occasions) Snow Day Procedures » BVG Green Blazer » White Dress Shirt » Green School Crested Blazer with » White Blouse In the event of inclement weather, the school may be Uniform White Braiding » BVG Prep School Tie forced to close. If the school is closed, a message will » Grey Pants with Black Belt » Grey Dress Socks School policy requires that students be neatly dressed be posted on our website at www.bayviewglen.ca. If » Maple Leaf Dress Kilt and Green Kilt Shorts* » Green Socks or Tights at all times and in the school uniform, except during the school is open, no message will appear. Closed (kilt hem no higher than 3” above the knee) » Black Polishable Dress Shoes officially declared Civvies Days. Uniforms must be signs will be posted at the entrance of the school. clean and in good repair. Students are to wear their Students and parents may phone our switchboard at uniform appropriately and with pride. Parents are 416.443.1030 and listen to a recorded message stating CLASS UNIFORM (for Monday to Thursday) asked to support the school’s dress code by seeing that whether or not there is a closure. students are properly dressed. Any students not in » BVG Green Cardigan, Pullover or Vest » White Blouse As well, you may listen to the following radio stations uniform may be sent home. » Grey Pants with Black Belt » BVG Prep School Tie for closure information (some stations only list » Maple Leaf Dress Kilt and Green Kilt Shorts* » Grey Dress Socks The Bayview Glen uniform is available at the closings on their websites): CHFI FM 98, CFRB AM » White Dress Shirt » Green Socks or Tights Moatfield Campus Shop. The shop carries all class, 1010, CHUM FM 104.5, 680 News AM, CBC Cable 6 » Black Polishable Dress Shoes dress, and gym uniform items, socks, tights and other If the weather turns stormy during the day, students related accessories. Full dress uniform is worn all day may be picked up early. Friday and for special occasions. The class uniform is worn on all other weekdays, and the gym uniform is SUMMER UNIFORM worn for every gym activity (including those that fall (Optional for May, June and September, except for Formal Dress Days) on Civvies Days). House shirts and gym clothes must » White Golf Shirt with Green School Crest » White Golf Shirt with Green School Crest Transportation be worn for house athletic competitions. Summer » White Dress Shirt with Short Sleeves » White Blouse with Short Sleeves uniform may be worn from May 1 to September 30 » Grey Pants with Black Belt » Maple Leaf Kilt except for Fridays and other special events. Bus Service » Grey Dress Socks » Green Socks or Tights Working with Attridge Transportation, our fleet of The Class Uniform or Summer Uniform is required » Black Polishable Dress Shoes » Black Polishable Dress Shoes school buses provides door-to-door transportation Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, and our to students within our service area. Bussing may be Full Dress Uniform is worn on our Assembly Day, arranged by calling the Admissions Coordinator at Friday, and for special occasions. 416.386.6658. Attridge Transportation may be reached Uniforms must be in good repair, with crests affixed GYM UNIFORM at 416.255.5199. to jackets. Dress pants must be grey, and kilts can be » White BVG Crested Gym T-Shirt – Cotton » BVG Crested Hoodie or 1/4 Zip Sweatshirt If a student is absent from taking the bus to or from no shorter than 3” above the knee (Please allow room or Drywick or Wind Jacket school, Attridge Transportation is to be contacted in the hem for growth). » House League T-Shirts for House Leagues » White Sport Socks directly. Bus transportation is not offered during our Shoes are to be black, polishable (and polished) dress or special sports days » Runners/non-marking shoes for indoor holiday programmes. shoes. The heel must be flat. Canvas and casual shoes, » Grey BVG Crested Sweatpants use and Runners for outdoor use or Wind Pants In the winter, Attridge Transportation will decide including black running shoes, are not permitted. » Green BVG Crested Mesh Shorts (upon consultation with Bayview Glen) if buses will run during inclement weather and will contact parents directly if there is a bus cancellation. ATHLETIC TEAM UNIFORM Car Pooling Compulsory Sports Teams Families who are interested in setting up a car pool, » BVG Crested Wind Jacket and Wind Pant please contact the Assistant Admissions Coordinator

bayviewglen.ca @bayviewglen @bayviewglen @bayviewglen_toronto PAGE 45 Additional Uniform Vacations Our scheduled holidays are very generous. We Considerations ask that vacation arrangements be made during designated holiday times. If for some reason this • All students are to be in school uniform while on cannot be accomplished, a written request to the school grounds and for school functions Memberships Assistant Head is necessary. • Students not arriving in uniform are to change into uniform immediately upon arrival Canadian Association of Independent Advanced Placement • Students who need to be dressed in their gym Schools uniform for the first period of the day are Visitors Since its inception in 1955, Advanced Placement permitted to arrive in their gym uniform unless The Canadian Association of Independent Schools (AP) has motivated high school students with the they are attending Assembly first If a student wishes to have a visitor attend classes, represents 73 member schools, that set high standards opportunity to take college-level courses in a high • Hair colour is to be natural. Hair accessories prior permission must be obtained from the Head of of character and behaviour for their students, while school setting. There are currently more than should be plain in design. School or Assistant Head. All visitors must sign in at providing outstanding academic preparation for 110,000 teachers leading AP courses in high schools • Hairstyles are to be neat and conservative. the Reception and wear a visitor’s tag before entering higher education. worldwide. • Makeup, nail polish, etc. must be in good taste. the school. https://www.cais.ca/ https://apcentral.collegeboard.org/ • Jewellery is to be tasteful. • Only Bayview Glen school-related pins may be worn Conference of Independent Schools • With the exception of earrings, visible body Ontario piercing, such as nose, tongue or eyebrow, is not The Conference of Independent Schools Ontario is permitted. an association of schools whose mission is to provide • Students participating in sports or recreational a collegial forum for the promotion of excellence in activities will be permitted to change into a gym education among its members. uniform before the activities https://www.cisontario.ca/ • Dress pants are to be worn at the waist with a black belt • The uniform should fit appropriately Round Square • Hats or ballcaps are not to be worn in the school. Round Square is a worldwide association of more • Any undershirt must be completely white, and than 55 schools on five continents that share unique not visible below the cuffs or at the collar of the and ambitious goals. Students attending Round overlying shirt. Square schools make a strong commitment, beyond • Bayview Glen hoodies or sweatshirts are not academic excellence, to personal development and acceptable classroom dress on cold days. Green responsibility through service, challenge, adventure cardigans, sweaters or blazers are to be worn. The and international understanding. only exception is the Grad Sweatshirt which can Bayview Glen is a proud member of Round Square be worn any day except Fridays or on Formal Dress and works to empower students through character- days. building experiences in community service, work • On Civvies Day, students must wear clothing that projects, exchange programmes, and adventuring is appropriate in an academic environment. Shirts which help to prepare them to become the leaders and must have sleeves, and shoulders and mid-riffs are guardians of tomorrow’s world. to be covered. Hats or ballcaps are not to be worn. Shorts and skirts must be an appropriate length. https://www.roundsquare.org/ All logos/graphics on t-shirts must be appropriate.

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