5530 - DRUG PREVENTION

The Governing Board recognizes that the misuse of drugs is a serious problem with legal, physical, and social implications for the whole school community.

For purposes of this policy, “drugs” shall mean:

1. all dangerous controlled substances as so designated and prohibited by Ohio statute;
2. all chemicals which release toxic vapors;
3. all alcoholic beverages;
4. any prescription or patent drug, except those for which permission to use in school has been granted pursuant to Governing Board policy;
5. anabolic steroids;
6. any substance that is a “look-alike” to any of the above; and
7. tobacco products.

The Governing Board prohibits the use, possession, concealment, or distribution of any drug or any drug-related paraphernalia as the term is defined by law, or the misuse of a product containing a substance that can provide an intoxicating or mood-altering effect on school grounds, on school vehicles, and at any school-sponsored event.

It further establishes a drug-free zone within 1000 feet of any facility used by the ESC for educational purposes.

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