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1004.3 - Tobacco/Nicotine, Alcohol, and Drug-Free Environment

The board prohibits the distribution, dispensing, manufacturing, possession, use, or being under the influence of alcohol, tobacco/nicotine, or other controlled substances; as well as look-alike substances that appear to be alcohol, tobacco/nicotine (ex: vaping, e-cigarettes, JUUL-like vaping devices, etc.), or other controlled substances (ex: schedule I drugs; schedule II-V drugs without a valid prescription) on school district property or on property within the jurisdiction of the school district. This policy applies at all times, including school sponsored and non-school-sponsored events and to all students, employees, and visitors.

Persons failing to abide by this policy are required to dispose of the prohibited item(s), or leave the district premises immediately.

The distribution, dispensing, manufacturing, possession, and use of alcohol or controlled substances (ex: schedule I drugs; schedule II-V drugs without a valid prescription) are in violation of federal, state, and local laws and may be reported to law enforcement authorities.

It is the responsibility of the administration to enforce this policy.


Adopted: 4/14
Reviewed: 6/15; 7/19; 7/22
Revised: 3/23
Related Policy: 403.4; 403.5; 502.3
Legal Reference (Code of Iowa): 20 USC 608; §§ 142D; 279.8, .9; 297
IASB Reference: 905.02