The School Board believes that quality education is not possible in an environment affected by drugs. It will seek, therefore, to establish and maintain an educational setting which is not tainted by the use or evidence of use of any controlled substance.

The Board shall not permit the manufacture, possession, use, distribution, or dispensing of any controlled substance, including alcohol, and any drug paraphernalia, by any employee of the District at any time while on District property or while involved in any District-related activity or event. Any staff member who violates this policy shall be subject to disciplinary action in accordance with District guidelines.

The Superintendent shall establish procedures that ensure compliance with this policy and that each staff member is given a copy of the standards regarding unlawful possession, use, or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol by staff and informed that compliance with this requirement is mandatory. Such procedures shall provide for appropriate disciplinary actions, if and when needed.

Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988

Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments of 1989

Approved/Adopted:  July 13, 2009

Revised:  August 29, 2011

Revised February 8, 2016