502.09 - Smoking - Drinking - Drugs

The board prohibits the use of tobacco and prohibits the possession, the use, or being under the influence of beer or alcohol, other controlled substances, or “look alike” substances that appear to be tobacco, beer or alcohol or controlled substances by students on school property or at any activities sponsored by the school, on or off school property.

The board believes that such illegal, unauthorized or contraband materials generally cause material and substantial disruption to the school environment or present a threat to the health and safety of students, employees, or visitors on the school premises.

Violation of this policy by students will result in disciplinary action including possible suspension.  Possession of beer or alcohol, for those under legal age, and/or of a controlled substance may be reported to the local law enforcement authorities.

It shall be the responsibility of the superintendent, in conjunction with the principal, to develop administrative regulations regarding this policy.

 

 

Legal Reference:  Iowa Code §§204, 279.8, .9 (1991).
                                      281 Iowa Admin. Code 12.3(9), 12.5(3)(e), 12.5(4)(e), 12.5(5)(e).

Cross Reference:  502     Student Rights and Responsibilities
                                      503     Student Discipline
                                      507     Student Health and Well-Being

Approved:  4-13-92              
Reviewed:  11-12-18            
Revised: