This document is the Westcreek Public School Wolfpack Pathways handbook for the 2026-2027 school year. It outlines the school's mission under the Ubuntu philosophy, staff team, student expectations, progressive discipline approach, and volunteering opportunities.
This document is the Westcreek Public School Wolfpack Pathways handbook for the 2026-2027 school year. It is intended for students, families, and staff to clarify expectations and commitments within the school community.
The handbook begins with a land acknowledgement recognizing the traditional territories of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation and the Chippewas of Georgina Island First Nation. It includes a welcome message from Principal Michael Ling and Vice Principal Raeleen Wills, framing the school's mission under the African concept of Ubuntu, meaning 'I Am Because We Are.'
The document lists the school's senior team, specialist team, primary, junior, and intermediate teaching teams, educational assistants, office staff, and custodial team. It then presents the school's mission statement focused on growth, respect, inclusiveness, and collaboration.
Expectations are organized under the categories of Attitude, Community, Safety, and Learning. Attitude expectations include being respectful, kind, present, and caring for the building. Community expectations emphasize Ubuntu, equity, and anti-bullying. Safety covers movement in the building, recess rules, eating and lunch hour expectations, technology use, drills, and vehicle rules. Learning expectations encourage trying, learning from mistakes, helping others, and being organized.
The handbook details the Progressive Discipline model used by Westcreek and the Durham District School Board. It explains that consequences consider mitigating factors and restorative practices. It lists factors to consider in disciplinary decisions, including human rights, impact on school climate, alternatives to suspension, and the student's history and individual education plan.
Additional sections cover volunteering opportunities and provide contact information for the school. The document serves as a comprehensive guide for the school community.