Code of Ethics

All Members of the Victoria School Council shall…

• Consider the best interests of all students

• Be guided by the school’s and the school board’s mission statements

• Act within the limits of the roles and responsibilities of a school council, as identified by the school’s operating guidelines, the school board, and by the Ontario Ministry of Education

• Become familiar with the school’s policies and operating practices and act in accordance with them

• Maintain the highest standards of integrity

• Recognize and respect the personal integrity of each member of the school community

• Treat all other members with respect and allow for diverse opinions to be shared without interruption

• Encourage a positive environment in which individual contributions are encouraged and valued

• Acknowledge democratic principles and accept the consensus of the council

• Respect the confidential nature of some school business and respect limitations this may place on the operation of the school council

• Not disclose confidential information

• Limit discussions at school council meetings to matters of concern to the school community as a whole

• Use the established communication channels when questions or concerns arise

• Promote high standards of ethical practice within the school community

• Declare any conflict of interest

• Not accept any payment or benefit financially through school council involvement.