Time Out Policy

The intention of the TC Timeout policy is not to be a punishment, but to preserve the learning environment.

If a student is not contributing positively to the learning environment, they will need time out of the learning space. Staff should focus on working with students who are motivated to learn and want to be present in the classroom.  In this school, where students have a wide range of choice, if a student does not wish to be in a particular class, then their relevant Community Executive Team (CET) will be engaged.  The only choice that does not exist, is the choice to do nothing.

As a school, we understand the difference between not trying, and finding things difficult. We want students to understand that great learning happens when we are challenged. All students have a bad day. We are still about preserving the learning environment.

Process

If a student requires timeout of the classroom, a member of the CET or an Assistant Principal will collect the student and take them to an appropriate space for reflection and supervision for the remainder of the period.

Before reaching this stage, the student should be provided with clear feedback regarding their observed behaviour, along with opportunities to receive support and assistance in managing or resolving the situation.

Once a staff member has made the decision to give a student a Timeout, they must follow through with this expectation.

The staff member requesting the Timeout will have a brief ‘check-in’ with the student before or during the beginning of the next class. The focus of this is on repair.

Parents will be notified through Compass of the Timeout, and further follow up by CET may be required.

If a student is exited from the same class multiple times, their place in the class should be reviewed in discussion with their CET.

Like all matters @TC, any party who is concerned about the process or the outcome may appeal to a member of the Principal Team for a determination or review.