Islanders have an opportunity to help shape new codes of conduct for Island schools to support safe, respectful learning environments across the province.
Public consultations are underway at both the Public Schools Branch (PSB) and La Commission scolaire de langue française (CSLF) as each organization develops their own code and asks Islanders for input.
Creating new codes of conduct was a key recommendation in the Jenkins Report, Student Safety in Island Schools: Handling of Complaints and Incidents of Staff Sexual Misconduct. In response, the Minister of Education and Early Years issued a ministerial directive in September, with education authorities expected to approve the new codes by the end of 2026.
Provide input on the PSB code of conduct by visiting the PSB website.
Provide input on the CSLF code of conduct, visit the CSLF website.
The deadline for submissions is December 12, 2026.
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"These new codes of conduct will set shared expectations for students, staff, parents and guardians, volunteers and visitors, and will help encourage positive behaviour. They will also help ensure consistency from school to school, so expectations do not change as students and families move through the PSB and CSLF. I encourage all Islanders to provide input to help shape the new codes."
Minister of Education and Early Years Robin Croucher
"A code of conduct developed by and for La Commission scolaire de langue française will reflect the reality, aspirations, and identity of our school community. It will provide a common framework for promoting respectful and positive relationships throughout our community, helping ensure the well-being and success of everyone."
- CSLF Superintendent Ghislain Bernard
"Feeling safe, respected, and supported through positive interactions is how students thrive in our schools and at home. A clear, consistent expectation through a common code of conduct helps make that possible by giving students, staff, and families a common understanding of how we treat one another and our surroundings. We want this code to reflect the voices of our school communities, so I urge students, families, and staff to share their thoughts on the codes."
PSB interim director Rob MacAdam
