The administration at Carbonear Collegiate is offering some clarity on new washroom policies that have created frustration and confusion among some students and parents.

The administration sent a note to families of students in the school to clarify the situation, reiterating that the safety and well being of students is their top priority.

The memo says due to inappropriate activities in the schools washrooms, the school has made some recent changes.

The administration says past instances of bullying, vaping, vandalism and other inappropriate behaviours have occurred and appropriate supervision has been put in place in the hallways surrounding washrooms.

In the message the school says if a staff member feels there is a need to enter the washroom, it is done in a manner which is respectful of the privacy and dignity of students.