InformNet Key School Policies
InformNet academic honesty policy
InformNet emphasizes the importance of academic integrity. Students must:
- Complete assignments independently.
- Avoid plagiarism and misuse of internet content.
- Not allow others to copy their work.
Consequences for Academic Dishonesty:
- First Issue: Zero on the assignment or test.
- Second Issue: Possible removal from the course.
During the final weeks of a course, the progressive consequences outlined above may not apply.
InformNet follows Manitoba’s established assessment and evaluation practices, adapted to the unique context of asynchronous online learning. Assessment is designed to support student learning and ensure that grades reflect valid and sufficient evidence of demonstrated achievement of Manitoba curricular learning outcomes.
InformNet Assessment Guidelines
Students are expected to log into their courses daily. Most courses require one to two hours of work per day. The granting of course credits is conditional on meeting school attendance requirements.
InformNet offers asynchronous learning options, allowing students to work at their own pace while following due dates that ensure course completion within the semester. To support learning, synchronous opportunities are also available, including virtual classroom sessions for assessments, remedial instruction, and community-building activities.
Grade 12 students must write provincial exams at their day school, which contribute 20% to their overall course grade. InformNet provides the final grades out of 100 marks, and day school administrators adjust the grades based on exam performance.
- Student Seat Fee: $350
- Adult Learner Seat Fee: $500
- Non-refundable Registration Processing Fee: $10 per course
Students must accumulate a minimum of 30 credits to graduate with a Manitoba Provincial Diploma. The credit system allows students to pursue programs suited to their individual needs and aspirations.
InformNet partners with Integrity Advocate to ensure academic integrity and fairness during online assessments and final exams. Integrity Advocate provides secure online proctoring, identity verification, and participation monitoring. This service helps maintain the integrity of the assessment process while protecting student privacy.
Students need a computer (not iPad) with a webcam and a secondary device with a camera.
- Live photo and photo ID verification (you may block sensitive details like your address)
- Webcam and microphone monitoring during the assessment
- No software downloads or browser extensions required
- Secure, encrypted sessions reviewed by trained human reviewers
- A second device provides a wider view of your testing area
- The second smart device camera is connected using a secure QR code (no app required)
Integrity Advocate works on most modern computers, phones, and tablets as long as your device has a working camera, microphone, and stable internet. Please review the image on Integrity Advocate’s website to see what’s supported for your device and session type: Device & Browser Compatibility
Full Policy: Integrity Advocate L3 Set Up Summary
Teachers may initiate Learning Check-Ins via Teams meetings to assess student understanding. These are approximately 15 minutes long and require students to have their cameras and microphones on and be prepared to share their screens.
Please note that TEAMS meetings may be recorded, as indicated within the platform, for accuracy and documentation purposes.
To obtain a Mature Student High School Diploma, students must:
- Be 19 years or older.
- Have been out of school for six months or more.
- Not have obtained a high school diploma.
- Regular Updates: InformNet provides monthly progress reports to keep students and parents informed about the student’s performance and progress.
- Detailed Feedback: These reports include information on completed assignments, grades, and any missing work. They also highlight areas where the student may need additional support or improvement.
- Parental Involvement: Parents are encouraged to review these reports and discuss them with their child to ensure they are on track and addressing any challenges promptly.
InformNet courses are built around a model of structured flexibility. Due dates are in place to support students in staying on track and completing their courses within the semester, while still allowing the option to work ahead when possible.
Students who have completed less than 30% of their course may have their account deactivated due to a lack of course engagement. Impacted students must contact their teacher to discuss their progress and establish a clear plan to complete the course by the end of the semester.
Students who do not follow their plan and still have less than 50% of the course completed by the minimum completion date outlined may be withdrawn from the course.
All PE classes require parents/guardians to review and approve the student’s physical activity plan. Students must submit a personal fitness portfolio, and parents/guardians must verify the entries.
The purpose of this policy is to ensure that InformNet provides a safe, supportive, and respectful online learning and working environment. All members of our community, including students, parents/guardians, staff, and administrators, are expected to demonstrate professionalism, courtesy, and integrity in all interactions.
- Registration: Forms are available online. Homeschoolers must complete appropriate documentation with the Manitoba Homeschool Office.
- Course Selection: Students should choose courses carefully as changes may be difficult later. Classes have a maximum of 40 students and are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.