COMMUNITY AGREEMENTS 

Over the past two weeks, our amazing student body has been engaged in some tough conversations about ways to create a school culture that was inclusive, supportive, and one that they felt ownership of. The result of these powerful, student-facilitated conversations is our Community Agreements for the 2020-2021 year. All of the students have  signed the Community Agreements and Open Campus privileges have been implemented as a result.

Community Agreements for the Year of 2020/2021

Any rules surrounding the pandemic are subject to change as the situation changes,  for any changes made the teachers will have the first and final say

I will take health and safety seriously by:

  • Wearing a mask when I have been told to do so (e.g. In the building, within six feet of another person, etc.)
  • When not wearing a mask (e.g. during lunch) I will stay a MINIMUM of six feet away from others
  • Washing and sanitizing my hands regularly
  • Washing or sanitizing my hands if I touch my mask or face  
  • Not sharing food
  • Take my and others health seriously 
  • I will not take part in any form of judgment:
  • I will not judge anyone for their
    • Personal beliefs
    • Hobbies
    • Likes/Dislikes 
    • Political views
    • Their personal identity 
    • Etc. 
  • I will try to see past my peer’s differences of belief or opinion in a respectful manner
  • I will support my peer’s likes, identities, and opinions and try to be respectful of the peer 
  •  I will not take part in any form of bullying:
  • I will make no harmful comments to or about anyone 
  • No prejudice or hate will be tolerated by me or my community
  • I will not make jokes about rape, ability, mental health, or alcoholism
  • I will be aware of my audience when making a joke, when I am unsure if a joke will affect anyone negatively, I will not tell the joke
  • I understand If I have to explain a joke then it is not a joke
  • I understand that if a joke harms anyone in any way it is not a joke, and I will not justify my harm to someone as such 
  • If I haven’t experienced something I won’t joke about it, if I don’t have something I won’t  joke about it. 
  • I will not physically or emotionally harass anyone and if I am told to stop I will stop
  • I will take serious discussions seriously by:
  • When taking part in a serious discussion, I will try to act in a meaningful way
  • Not making jokes during serious conversations for the comfort of those around me 
  • Trying my best to lean into discomfort, but knowing it’s okay to just listen
  • If a serious topic becomes too much for you find a teacher and communicate that with them
  • I will ask first and create a consent culture by making sure I:
  • Ask before doing things that affect people other than myself
  • Make sure the people around me are okay with what I am doing before and while doing it
  • When it comes to public displays of affection:
  • I will make sure any public displays of affection do not make anyone in the community uncomfortable
  • I will do nothing directly sexual
  • If someone voices discomfort I will stop immediately
  • I will not participate in public displays of affection during the pandemic 
  • I will protect others in and around me by making sure:
  • If I see a community member being bullied or in any way harmed I will speak up for them or find an adult to resolve the situation
  • I will be aware of my surroundings so that I do not hurt anyone
  • I will be aware of how my words can impact others 
  • I will be patient and work things out by: 
  • Recognizing that people have different learning speeds than me
  • Taking my time before coming to a decision 
  • Being patient with myself and others 
  • Trying my best to hear both parties out when there is a disagreement 
  • I will take my time and:
  • Work at my own pace while understanding there are deadlines I must meet 
  • Not rush my work or decision making process
  • Take the time to listen to what others have to say 
  • Make sure that I try to explain my thought process properly, to prevent misunderstandings
  • If misunderstandings do occur I will try my best to clarify and try to keep a level head during the interaction
  • I will participate in group projects to the best of my ability by: 
  • Staying focused and trying to actively listen to my group members
  • Keeping my word when I say I will do something
  • Communicating to my group and teacher if I am having trouble
  • Being responsive when my group members ask the group for help
  •  I will use my voice responsibly by: 
  • Speaking up in class when it is appropriate
  • Not using my voice as a distraction
  • Not interrupting others when they are speaking
  •  I will try to foster a community where It’s okay to make mistakes by: 
  • Being respectful when others make mistakes
  • Accepting when I make mistakes
  • Trying my best to resolve or fix my mistakes
  • Working to not repeat my mistakes in the future  
  •  I will work hard:
  • In class and otherwise, I will work to the best of my ability at any given time
  • I will not judge others when our abilities differ Instead, I will try to find ways to have everyone succeed
  •  I will participate in my classes by making sure I:
  • Don’t distract others
  • Help my peers in class if they ask for help
  • Hand in my work on time or communicate with the teacher if I am not able to
  • Do not use technology unless permitted by a teacher 
  •  I have the responsibility to hold others in the community accountable:
  • If I see other people are breaking the community agreements. I will respectfully ask them to stop breaking the said agreement
  • If I am uncomfortable asking someone to stop, I can also go to a teacher for help
  • If someone points out that I broke an agreement, then I will try my best to not take it personally
  •  I will have fun responsibly 
  • I understand that my community fosters a fun learning environment, but I will still be cognizant of those around me and will not do anything to harm them mentally or physically