Section 2.1: School Related Operations

Approved: October 1, 2002

Revised: April 20, 2021

ACCESS TO SCHOOL PREMISES & TRESPASS TO PROPERTY

1.0             Rationale

District School Board Ontario North East (DSB1) recognizes the need for safe and respectful learning and teaching environments.  

The Board acknowledges the necessity to foster and maintain a safe, non-threatening environment for students, staff and community members within all the board’s jurisdiction.  This is accomplished by implementing thorough and effective procedures in dealing with access to school premises and trespass to property.

These measures should include the establishment of access procedures, and the administration of disciplinary action in accordance with the Education Act, Trespass to Property Act, Safe Schools Act, Board Policy, the Criminal Code and other relevant legislation.  

2.0             Definitions

Property or Premises:  Includes all board-owned properties and the grounds on which they are situated.

3.0             Policy

DSB1 is committed to ensuring a safe learning environment for students, staff, volunteers and community members and a consistent approach to the way schools respond to visitors.