At Metropolitan Prep Academy, we are committed to providing a safe and healthy learning environment for all students. Students are expected to:

• demonstrate a commitment to learning through punctual and regular attendance, being prepared and ready to learn. This includes submitting all assignments on time and writing all tests on time.
• dress in accordance with the school dress code.
• respect the authority of school staff.
• follow classroom rules and take responsibility for one’s own actions.
• demonstrate honesty and integrity. Not to participate in plagiarism, misrepresentation of original work, the use of unauthorized aids, nor the theft of evaluation instruments.
• treat one another with dignity, respect and fairness, regardless of race, culture, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, socioeconomic status, ability or any other attribute.
• refrain from bringing anything to school, or using anything inappropriately, that may risk the safety of themselves or others.
• refrain from the use of cellular phones for texting or telephone calls during class time.
• refrain from smoking on school property or while attending any school related event or activity.
• refrain from the possession of, and being under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• refrain from the possession of any form of a weapon.
• avoid all forms of intimidation, harassment, racism, and discrimination.
• refrain from bullying behaviour, which is considered to be any repeated, negative behaviour intended on causing fear, distress and or harm to another person’s body, feelings, self-esteem or reputation. This includes cyber-bullying.
• take appropriate action to help those in need, seeking assistance to resolve conflict constructively and respectfully through discussion or by seeking assistance from school personnel.
• treat school property and the property of others with a reasonable standard of care.
• refrain from taking articles which do not belong to them.
• express themselves with socially acceptable language and gestures that contributes to an orderly and safe learning environment. Parents and guardians are expected to:
• review the above Code of Conduct with their child and help him/her to follow the school/classroom rules.
• take an active role in the education of their child and ensure that he/she is punctual and attends school regularly.
• report to attendance personnel if their child will be arriving late or will be absence from school.

• Students are expected to be punctual for classes. If tardy, students must sign in at the main office and obtain a late slip to enter class.
• Attendance is mandatory. After fifteen illegitimate absences a credit for the course will not be granted. Legitimate absences include religious holidays, doctor or dentist appointments, Metro Prep Academy sports events, or Metro Prep Academy school trips.
• Students who are absent from class are expected to get missed notes from a fellow classmate.
• Skipping will result in disciplinary action which may include detention or suspension.
• A student wishing to be dismissed early from school must sign out at the main office. Sign outs require parental/guardian permission.
• To leave a class, students must ask the teacher for permission. Only one student at a time is allowed to leave the classroom to use the washroom.
• Students are not allowed to freely roam the classroom, and must have permission from the teacher before leaving their seat during instructional time.
• Students who are on spare must refrain from roaming the hallways. They are to be in the computer hall, the study area doing homework, the cafeteria or outside. Students are not to interrupt classes.
• Due to food allergies, students are not allowed to eat or drink in the classrooms and study areas. Eating is only allowed in the cafeteria and on the outdoor picnic tables.
• Students must be responsible for their books, backpacks and contents. Each student is supplied with a locker and is expected to use it. Do not leave your books or backpacks in the hallways or in an unlocked room. The school will not be responsible for any loss or theft of personal belongings.
• Although there are no uniforms, students are requested to keep a reasonable standard of dress. Inappropriate clothing containing obscenities or other offensive language will not be tolerated in the school.
• No hats are allowed in the school. They must be removed immediately upon entering.
• Students must purchase and wear our gym uniform during physical education classes.
• Cell phones are not to be used while in class. If there is an emergency and a parent needs to speak with their child, they may call the school and we will deliver the message to the student. A student caught sending text messages during class time will have their phone confiscated.
• Students are not allowed to listen to music during class unless the teacher gives permission. No headphones or earbuds can be worn during instructional time.
• Students may use a laptop or tablet to take down class notes. If found playing games or watching movies etcetera during class, the student will not be allowed to bring the device to class.
• Plagiarism will not be tolerated and will result in a zero.
• Students who fail to hand in an assignment when due must make arrangements with the teacher to submit the missing material. This may not be possible for all assignments, such as those that are reviewed immediately in class. In these cases, the student will receive a zero. If a student misses a test, the student must make arrangements with the teacher to write the test in a timely manner.
• Credits will not be granted to students unless they write the final examinations. If a student misses a final examination due to illness, a doctor’s note must be received or the student will receive a zero.
• For the respect of others, please do not use foul language in the school.
• For the respect of others, please keep classrooms and washrooms clean.
• Bullying will not be tolerated. In general, your behaviour should show respect and consideration for others, including adults and peers.
• Any student who damages or is caught stealing school property will be punished and will be required to replace the damaged or stolen articles.
• There is to be absolutely no smoking or vaping on school property. Students will be suspended.
• Alcohol and illegal drugs are strictly forbidden. Students who come to school with illegal substances or in an impaired state will be immediately suspended and the police will be notified.