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McGuinty Government Making Schools Safer, More Positive Places To Learn Ontario is the first province in Canada to require school staff to report serious student incidents to the principal and require principals to contact the parents of victims. These requirements are part of the Keeping Our Kids Safe at School Act, passed today in the legislature. This new legislation makes schools safer and helps more students reach their full potential by: Addressing reporting gaps between principals, teachers and parents about serious student incidents -- including bullying -- that could lead to suspension or expulsion. Ensuring that parents are kept informed and principals are aware of serious incidents in the school so they can respond appropriately. Requiring school staff to respond to inappropriate, disrespectful behaviour among students. The legislation builds on Ontario's safe schools strategy and is part of a comprehensive response to the recent Safe Schools Action Team report.

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Posted at 2019-02-20