Illegal and Illicit Drugs and Alcohol:

1. Use of illicit drugs and unlawful possession and use of alcohol is wrong and harmful.

2. Students are prohibited from using, being under the influence of, possessing, furnishing, or selling alcoholic beverages, non-intoxicating beverages (as defined by law), illegal or illicit drugs, or other mood-altering substances at school, while on school vehicles, or at any school-sponsored event.

3. “Illicit drugs” includes steroids and prescription and over-the-counter medications being used for an abusive purpose, i.e., when they are not used in compliance with the prescription or directions for use and are not being used to treat a current health condition of the student. “Mood-altering substances” includes paint, glue, aerosol sprays, and similar substances.

4. Violation of this rule will result in imposition of disciplinary measures, which may include suspension for the remainder of the current semester and the following semester.

5. Student violation of this rule, which also constitutes illegal conduct, will be reported to law enforcement authorities.

Necessary Medications:

1. Students may not retain possession of and self-administer any medication at school for any reason.

2. Medication will only be administered to students at school pursuant to the provisions of the School District’s Policy on Dispensing Medication.

3. Violations of this rule will be reported to the student’s parents by the school and may result in discipline, which can include suspension.

Distribution of Information:

1. Information for students and their parents about drug and alcohol counseling and rehabilitation and reentry programs in this geographic area is available from the administration office on each campus.

2. Copies of these Rules shall be provided to all students and their parents at the beginning of each school year.

Adopted October 19, 1992